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Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k Up

The New Bridget Jones for Our Times
By Alexandra Potter
Series: Confessions
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Confessions of a Forty-Something Fk Up by Alexandra Potter is a heartwarming and humorous story about a woman navigating the ups and downs of midlife. Stuck at a crossroads after losing her job and relationship, she forms unlikely friendships and rediscovers her sense of self. This narrative captures the challenges and joys of starting over and finding happiness in unexpected places.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to stories about embracing life's imperfections, featuring a protagonist navigating the complexities of relationships, career challenges, and finding her own path in her forties. This romantic tale seamlessly blends humour and heartfelt moments, making it a charming read for anyone who appreciates a good laugh alongside a dose of real-life wisdom.

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Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k Up

Hilarious, poignant, utterly relatable – Confessions of a Forty-Something F**k Up is a must-read for anyone whose life isn't working out quite how they'd planned.

Hilarious, poignant, utterly relatable - Confessions of a Forty-Something F*** Up is a must-read for anyone whose life isn't working out quite how they'd planned.

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The funniest WTF AM I DOING?! novel of the year

'The new Bridget Jones for our Covid-ridden times' - Celia Walden, Telegraph

'Say hello to a book that will have you laughing with every page, whether you're 20, 40 or 80' - Heat

'Brilliant! Laughing out loud' - Emma Gannon

'Funny but layered, light-hearted but surprisingly deep, this is a perfect and inspiring new year read' - Red

A novel for any woman who wonders how the hell she got here, and why life isn't quite how she imagined it was going to be. And who is desperately trying to figure it all out when everyone around them is making gluten-free brownies.

Meet Nell.

Her life is a mess.

In a world of perfect Instagram lives, she feels like a fk up. But when she starts a secret podcast and forms an unlikely friendship with Cricket, an eighty-something widow, things begin to change. Because Nell is determined. This time next year things will be very different. But first, she has a confession...

Confessions of a Forty-Something Fk Up by Alexandra Potter will make you laugh, and it might even make you cry. Above all, it will remind you that you're not on your own - we're all in this together.

Series: Confessions

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The book Confessions of a Forty-Something Fk Up by Alexandra Potter has received praise for its humour and relatability, particularly for those navigating the unexpected challenges of mid-life. Reviewers highlight its charming protagonist and the blend of comedy and wisdom, making it a comforting read for anyone feeling like they're not quite where they want to be in life, regardless of age.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529022803

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 December 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pan Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 36.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 394g

Pages: 560

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2025 Best Sellers Alexandra Potter Contemporary Romance Featured Fiction General Fiction Humour New Release Fiction New Zealand's Best Selling Books Romance Series: Confessions Valentine's Day Reads

About the Author

Alexandra Potter is the bestselling author of romantic comedy fiction novels in the UK, including Me and Mr Darcy. These titles have sold in twenty-two territories and achieved worldwide sales of more than one million copies (making the bestseller charts in the UK, US, Germany, Czech Republic, Slovenia and Serbia). Yorkshire born and raised, Alex currently lives in South-West London with Mr California and their Bosnian rescue dog and when she's not spending time writing or travelling, she's spending far too much time on Instagram being reminded that she should be exercising regularly, drinking enough water, practising mindfulness and feeling blessed.

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