The Husbands

The Husbands by Holly Gramazio is an astonishingly original and side-splittingly funny debut novel that delves into the complexity of love, choice, and modern life in a world inundated with endless options. This imaginative narrative centres around Lauren, who one night discovers a stranger in her flat claiming to be her husband. As perplexing as the situation is, everything from the photos on her walls to her household bills suggests he might be telling the truth.

Lauren's predicament quickly escalates when she realises that her attic is mysteriously producing an endless array of husbands. Each husband has their own unique quirks: there's one who pretends to play music on her toes, another who makes a superb breakfast sandwich, and yet another who turns everything into cheeky double entendres. One even has an incredible ability to calm Lauren’s unruly thoughts with a mere touch.

But with this seemingly infinite supply of husbands, Lauren faces a challenging conundrum. When one can switch husbands with as much ease as changing a lightbulb, how does she determine if the husband she currently has is 'the one'? Is he good enough, the wrong choice, or the best she could possibly find? And for how long should she keep searching to find out?

This No. 1 Kindle Bestseller has been lauded by The Guardian, Good Housekeeping, Red, Daily Mail, and iNews as one of the best summer reads. The Sunday Times called it 'One of the funniest debuts for years', while Marian Keyes described it as 'The most fun I’ve had reading in the longest time'. Fans of the book have also expressed their delight, calling it an 'absolute riot' and a 'wonderful, wonderful novel'.

Readers have responded with enthusiasm: 'This book was INCREDIBLE! So inventive, funny and different', 'I clapped out loud and cried', and 'I adored this book. Fast-paced and funny with heart'. They acclaim The Husbands for its vivid storytelling, originality, and humorous take on a bewildering dilemma that keeps you engaged till the very last page.