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According to Yes

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In the novel According to Yes by Dawn French, a vibrant and unconventional English nanny shakes up the lives of a conservative American family when she crosses the Atlantic to care for their children. Set in New York's Upper East Side, her presence brings both chaos and transformation, challenging the family's traditional values and sparking unexpected changes. The story explores themes of freedom, acceptance, and the courage to embrace life’s unpredictable turns.
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This delightful tale offers a mix of warmth and humour, set in the bustling backdrop of Manhattan. You might enjoy it if you're drawn to stories of personal transformation, humorous family dynamics, and the unexpected adventures of a spirited protagonist who challenges the status quo. Perfect for readers who appreciate witty dialogue and endearing characters.

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According to Yes

When Rosie Kitto, an eccentric thirty-eight-year-old primary school teacher from England, bounces into their lives with a secret sorrow and a heart as big as the city, nobody realises that she hasn't read the rule book. For the Wilder-Bingham family, whose lives begin to unravel thread by thread, the consequences are explosive.

Manhattan's wealthy Upper East Side has its own rigid code of behaviour. One strictly adhered to by the Wilder-Bingham family.

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Britain's bestselling writer returns with a witty and whimsical tale of love, loss, and the family dynamic.

Manhattan's wealthy Upper East Side has its own rigid code of behaviour, one strictly adhered to by the Wilder-Bingham family.

Emotional displays - unacceptable.
Unruly behaviour - definitely not welcome.
Fun - no thanks.

So when Rosie Kitto, an eccentric primary school teacher from England, bounces into this fortress of restraint with a heart as big as the city, the family quickly discovers that she hasn't read the rule book. And after a lifetime of saying no, what happens when everyone starts saying . . . YES?

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According to Yes by Dawn French is praised for its humour, emotional depth, and vibrant storytelling. Reviewers find it both a funny and poignant comedy-drama that captures themes of embracing life and change. The book is appreciated for its engaging characters, particularly the protagonist Rosie, who brings warmth and transformation to those around her. It is described as a witty, feel-good read that tackles significant life issues with charm and insight.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405921558

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 May 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 330g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Dawn French has been making people laugh for thirty years. As a writer, comedian and actor, she has appeared in some of this country's most long-running and celebrated shows, including French and Saunders, The Vicar of Dibley, Jam and Jerusalem, and more recently, Roger and Val Have Just Got In. Her first two novels, A Tiny Bit Marvellous and Oh Dear Silvia, are both Number One bestsellers.

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