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Goodbye Birdie Greenwing

By Ericka Waller
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'A gorgeously tender story about friendship and love in all its forms' (Good Housekeeping). From the author of Dog Days, a funny, uplifting novel about three very different strangers who move into the same street and find they have more in common than they think. 'Goodbye... Read More
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'A gorgeously tender story about friendship and love in all its forms' (Good Housekeeping).

From the author of Dog Days, a funny, uplifting novel about three very different strangers who move into the same street and find they have more in common than they think.

'Goodbye Birdie Greenwing is one of those books that lingers... I laughed, cried and felt more compassionate for reading it. A triumph.' – Jennie Godfrey, bestselling author of The List of Suspicious Things

'Oh, the exquisite, tender misfits in Goodbye Birdie Greenwing! I love them all. I love the way loneliness is gathered up into such a delightfully odd community.' – Catherine Newman, author of NYT bestseller, Sandwich

'A beautiful, moving, funny, gorgeous novel...this book felt like one huge hug' – 5-star reader review

Welcome to Shrublands Road, please follow the speed limit.

Meet Birdie Greenwing, determined and no-nonsense. Also, lonely and carrying secrets that only her beloved rescue dog knows about.

Ada Kowalski is lonely too. She came to England to help people, but she can't seem to help herself.

Jane and her daughter Frankie are new to the street, although Jane's cleaning-obsessive mother, Min, is never far away. Jane wishes she could be as outspoken as her daughter. What will it take for Jane to finally stand up to everyone?

One life-changing event brings Birdie, Ada, and Jane together in ways they never imagined. But is it ever too late to begin again?

Praise for Goodbye Birdie Greenwing:

'A stunning novel following three women, all lost in their own way...a beautiful portrayal of friendship and hope.' – Woman & Home

'Extremely funny and incredibly moving.' – Jessica Bull, author of Miss Austen Investigates

'Ericka Waller writes beautifully about the complex love that bonds families and forges the most unlikely of friendships.' – Katherine Heiny, author of Games and Rituals

'A wonderful, heartfelt read and has zoomed into my favourite reads of the year. A total delight and an easy five stars.' – 5-star reader review

'The women in this book are complex, loveable, messy and wonderful. Reading this story made me feel all the feelings.' – 5-star reader review

'I highly recommend to anyone looking for a feel-good read.' – 5-star reader review

'A book that will make you reflect on your own life and the importance of the connections we make with each other.' – 5-star reader review

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781804993125

Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 March 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin (Transworld)

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 244g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Ericka Waller lives in Brighton with her husband, three daughters and dogs. Previously, she worked as a blogger and columnist. Her first novel, Dog Days, was widely praised by authors and reviewers alike. Goodbye Birdie Greenwing is her second novel. Twitter- @erickawaller1 IG @erickawaller1 Website- www.erickawaller.com

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