Friends of Dorothy
The funny and brilliant new novel from the star of QI
by Sandi Toksvig
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Pub Date 26 Sep 2024 | Archive Date 26 Sep 2024
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Description
The funny, wise and brilliant new novel from the star of QI and the author of Between the Stops
'Warm, witty and wise... the perfect balm for these turbulent times' GRAHAM NORTON
After much searching, the happily married young couple, Amber and Stevie think they have found the perfect spot in Grimaldi Square. Despite the rundown pub across the way, the overgrown garden and a decidedly nosy neighbour, number 4 is the house of their dreams. Stevie, a woman who has never left anything to chance, has planned everything so nothing can spoil their happiness. But ... upstairs in their new home, seated on an old red sofa is the woman they bought the place from - eighty-year-old foul-mouthed, straight-talking, wise-cracking Dorothy - who has decided that she's not going anywhere. It turns out that Dorothy will be only the first in a line of life-changing surprises.
Friends of Dorothy is a touching, funny novel about a family that is not biological, but logical; a story close to Sandi Toksvig's heart.
EVERYONE LOVES SANDI TOKSVIG!
'Life-affirming and addictive' SUNDAY EXPRESS
'Wise and kind ... it will make you miss your stop' OBSERVER
'Full of wit and wisdom' RADIO TIMES
'Inspires ... wonderment and gentle chortles' Independent
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780349019017 |
| PRICE | £22.00 (GBP) |
| PAGES | 320 |
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Featured Reviews
Lucy W, Reviewer
Stevie and Amber have just bought their first house together, everything is perfect... except for there's an old lady sat upstairs.
Dorothy is the seemingly unmovable fixture, and although she's initially a source of great frustration, it's soon clear that she's a friend to the whole community, and a never ending source of surprises.
This is a great easy and fun read, packed with colourful characters, and Sandi Toksvig's usual wit and humour.
Sue J, Reviewer
Just wonderful. Hilariously funny, lots of endearing characters and plenty to think about and reflect on too.
Amber and Stevie, a married couple buy their first home only to find the previous owner, Dorothy, still in situ with no intent to leave! Dorothy is quite a character and quickly becomes part of their lives, connecting them with a diverse group of 'interesting' neighbours.
The book does cover some serious issues too, in particular homophobia and transphobia along with controlling and abusive relationships.
This was my first read by this author but it certainly won't be my last.
I am grateful to NetGalley and the publishers for an ARC of this very entertaining book.
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