Really Good, Actually

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By Monica Heisey

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In Really Good, Actually by Monica Heisey, the protagonist navigates the chaos of life after an unexpected breakup. With a blend of humour and heart, the narrative explores her attempts at self-discovery, tackling the challenges of modern relationships and personal growth. It's a touching story about resilience, friendships, and finding one's way in a world full of uncertainties.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to stories of self-discovery peppered with humour and warmth. The narrative uniquely captures the complexities of moving on and finding oneself after unexpected life changes, resonating with those who appreciate candid and relatable storytelling.

Really Good, Actually

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The No. 2 Sunday Times Bestseller

The Times Popular Fiction Book of the Year

‘A heartbreaker of a book’ - The Times

'Alarmingly relatable' - Marian Keyes

‘Hilarious and profound’ - Dolly Alderton

The hottest debut novel of 2023 from Schitt’s Creek and Smothered screenwriter and an Observer debut author of the year, Monica Heisey.

Maggie’s marriage has ended just 608 days after it started, but she’s fine – she’s doing really good, actually. Sure, she’s alone for the first time, can’t afford her rent, and her obscure PhD is going nowhere… but at the age of twenty-nine, Maggie is determined to embrace her new status as a Surprisingly Young Divorcée™.

As Maggie throws herself headlong into the chaos of her first year of divorce, she soon finds herself questioning everything, including: Why do we still get married? Did I fail before I even got started? And how many 4am delivery burgers do I need to eat until I am happy?

Really Good, Actually is an irresistible debut novel about the uncertainties of modern love, friendship, and happiness.

'Hilarious, heart-warming, wise' - Paula Hawkins

‘Heisey makes me laugh hard and often’ - Rob Delaney

‘A Sex and The City for social media-obsessed millennials … Irresistible’ - Metro

‘Wry, modern, self-deprecating’ - Independent

‘One of the most talked-about releases for 2023’ - Evening Standard

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Really Good, Actually by Monica Heisey is praised for its sharp wit and comedy, portraying a relatable and engaging journey through a modern-day divorce. The writing is highlighted as wise and heartwarming, with the protagonist's experiences being both hilariously absurd and deeply touching. Reviewers commend Heisey's ability to balance humour and poignancy, making it a delightful read that focuses on the value of friendship and self-discovery amidst life's challenges.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008511760

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Fourth Estate Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 384

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About the Author

Monica Heisey is an author and television writer from Toronto, now based in London, UK. Her writing has been published in The New Yorker, the New York Times, The Cut, Vogue, the Guardian, VICE, and elsewhere. She was previously an Editor at Large at Broadly. Her first book, an acerbic collection of essays called I Can’t Believe It’s Not Better, was published in Canada by indie Red Deer Press. She has written on shows including Schitt’s Creek, Workin’ Moms, Baroness von Sketch Show and Gary and his Demons.