The Book of George
(we all know a George)
by Kate Greathead
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Pub Date 30 Jan 2025 | Archive Date 1 Feb 2025
Atlantic Books | Atlantic
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Description
We all know a George. He's the kind of guy who's brimming with potential but incapable of following through; he doesn't know if he's in love with his girlfriend, but he certainly likes having her around; he's distant from - but still reliant on - his mother; he swears he'll finish his novel one day.
Sure, you might find him disappointing. But no one is more disappointed in George than George himself.
As funny as it is astute and as singular as it is universal, The Book of George is a deft, unexpectedly moving never-coming-of-age that is both the story of a single life and of a thousand men.
Advance Praise
'This book is a knockout. Mesmerizing from page one, it's Stoner meets Mrs. Bridge meets George, the millennial male we can't look away from. Kate Greathead has gifted us with a character for the ages, and a novel that is sure to be swooned over and endlessly discussed.' Maria Semple, author of WHERE'D YOU GO, BERNADETTE?
'One of the most interesting books I've read in a long time... A portrait of a character - and to an extent a generation - that's as convincing as it is moving' Adelle Waldman, author of THE LOVE AFFAIRS OF NATHANIEL P
'Both epic and intimate in scope - The World According to Garp for millennials. Painfully funny, sublimely astute, lovingly observed. A must-read tragicomedy for our times' Sharlene Teo, author of PONTI
'Glitters with insight and humor. A perceptive, funny and tender portrayal of the complicated relationships that define our adulthood' Alison Espach, author of NOTES ON YOUR SUDDEN DISAPPEARANCE
'I laughed out loud multiple times. The tone and style are just perfect - so sharp, cutting and hilarious - beautifully and shrewdly capturing the zeitgeist of mediocre Georges.' Jyoti Patel, author of THE THINGS THAT WE LOST
Available Editions
| EDITION | Hardcover |
| ISBN | 9781805463245 |
| PRICE | £16.99 (GBP) |
| PAGES | 288 |
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Zoe H, Reviewer
Ok this book was spot on in the statement that we all know a George and secretly, I think we can all be a George at times.
“We all know a George. He's the kind of guy who's brimming with potential but incapable of following through; he doesn't know if he's in love with his girlfriend, but he certainly likes having her around; he's distant from - but still reliant on - his mother; he swears he'll finish his novel one day.
Sure, you might find him disappointing. But no one is more disappointed in George than George himself.”
I really enjoyed this read. Although George is insufferable at points, you can’t help but want the best for him. If you’re looking for a book with a huge twist or plot this isn’t what you’re going to get. The Book of George feels like a true to life story that follows a man from his teens into his thirties as he struggles to make his way through life BUT I also found George hilarious at points. His to the point attitude and not picking up on social queues made some great moments in the book. Huge thanks to NetGalley and Atlantic for this ARC!
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