Good Material: The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller

From the bestselling author of Everything I Know About Love, Dolly Alderton delivers a sharply funny, beautifully observed, and exquisitely relatable story of heartbreak and friendship in Good Material. This novel, shortlisted for The Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize for Comic Fiction 2024, explores the complexities of modern relationships and the journey through loss.

The story centers on Andy, who is grappling with the end of his relationship with Jen. As he navigates his new reality – without a home, with a stand-up career yet to take off, and questioning his friendships – Andy desperately tries to understand why Jen stopped loving him. Set adrift on the sea of heartbreak, he clings to the hope of solving the puzzle of their broken relationship, believing that if he can find the answer, Jen might return.

Alderton's writing is celebrated for its wit and insight, making this a novel that will make you laugh while also resonating deeply with the pain of heartbreak. It's a story about survival, friendship, and the often-unseen perspective of the person left behind.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Instant Sunday Times Bestseller.
• Shortlisted for The Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize for Comic Fiction 2024.
• From the acclaimed author of Everything I Know About Love and Ghosts.
• A sharply funny and relatable exploration of heartbreak and modern relationships.
• Offers insightful observations on love, friendship, and personal growth.

Specifications:

• Author: Dolly Alderton
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Page Count: 352 pages
• Publication Date: 1 August 2024
• Dimensions: 12.9 x 2.1 x 19.7 cm
• Weight: 246g
• ISBN-10: 0241993164
• ISBN-13: 978-0241993163

Good Material is a must-read for anyone who appreciates intelligent, humorous, and emotionally resonant fiction.