‘I found myself face to face with myself on numerous occasions as Issy gave voice to many of my own struggles: my deep insecurities, secret self-centredness, painful memories, complex relationships, postnatal haze … and desire to be a better person’ Read More »
Ruth Leigh tells Esther Higham about her brilliant comic heroine, Isabella Smugge, who tries to keep her impeccable Instagram presence together, while her life is falling apart, and why Ruth hopes this non-believing… Read More »
‘Likeable and relatable, her tales of family life, in all its forms, are engaging with familiar dynamics that rang true for me. There are serious messages too’ Read More »
‘Brilliantly witty, poignant and utterly believable book … Loved getting swept into Issy’s world and rooting for her – this shows the cleverness of the writing, as Issy grows as a person’ Read More »
‘God is more interested in authentic relationships than perfect Christians’ Read More »
‘An absolutely cracking read and I am going to have to practice patience as I wait for Book 3!’ Read More »
‘now I need a third book! A feel good enjoyable escape. Highly recommended’ Read More »
‘If you read one book this winter (or next summer!) make it this one’ Read More »
‘funny, heartwarming, honest, and doesn’t shy away from the difficulties life can throw at us’ Read More »
‘I think I was just a tiny bit snobbish when I first moved to the Old Rectory’ Read More »
