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Most Wanted

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All Naya and Jake want is their own home. That's not too much to ask, right? 'Shot with dark humour … an unexpected but highly relatable story that captures the housing crisis in all its messiness' Stylist ‘A wildly original, darkly funny love story about desperation,... Read More
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All Naya and Jake want is their own home. That's not too much to ask, right?

The hilarious, witty, satirical crime novel from comedian Andi Osho

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All Naya and Jake want is their own home. That's not too much to ask, right?

'Shot with dark humour … an unexpected but highly relatable story that captures the housing crisis in all its messiness' Stylist

‘A wildly original, darkly funny love story about desperation, house prices, and making terrible decisions together. Most Wanted is criminally good’ Steve Jones

'Most Wanted somehow makes the headache of first-time home ownership a gripping, pacy and funny story, loaded with twists and turns that keep you guessing right up to that gut punch ending. I loved it' Dawn O'Porter

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All Naya and Jake want is their own home. An island in the kitchen. A wine cooler, maybe… Nothing fancy really.

With artisanal coffee shops and microbreweries popping up on every corner, prices are skyrocketing. And as Jake and Naya tour property after property, one thing becomes clear: unless they want to share their home with black mould, they need to find a way to make the market crash. And fast.

There’s only one thing for it: they're going to have to take matters into their own hands. But how far are they willing to go?

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'Fresh, original and absolutely brimming with energy. One of the very best crime capers I’ve read in a LONG time’ Jonathan Whitelaw

'The protagonists' desperation for affordable housing is completely relatable for anyone who has tried to buy a house this century. This book was quick, funny, and captured the very real financial struggles of the moment' Tasha Coryell

‘A brilliantly funny and twisty thriller. As dark as it is hilarious, with relatable characters that you really care about, this book really delves into the dark world of gentrification and property while still being a wonderfully entertaining ride of a book’ Kate Weston

‘I tore through this hilarious, twisty and poignant story of two people desperate for a home of their own. It's a must read for anyone who's ever bought a property… or dreamt about doing so. A fabulous takedown of our national obsession with home ownership’ Lauren Schott

'A deliciously fresh take on the housing market, terrific fun' Ian Moore

‘Sharp, witty and deliciously dark’ Delia Online

‘This tale of the struggles of home-buying will resonate with many, even while she creates absurd yet believable situations for her protagonists’ Red

'With sharp humour, this twisty story explores home, grief, childhood influences and romantic connections, offering dual perspectives and fresh reflections on modern housing and relationships’ Woman’s Own

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008431013

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 March 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HQ

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Andi Osho is an accomplished writer, actress and award-winning stand-up comedian and film maker who has appeared on a number of popular TV panel show formats and stand-up shows, such as Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo, and Michael MacIntyre's comedy road show in the UK, and The Late, Late Show and Last Call. She has gained several script commissions from BBC Comedy, BBC Radio and Fox US and her triple award-winning short film debut, Brit.i.am screened at nine international film festivals. Andi has written two live stand-up shows, several articles for national publications as well as her own popular Life blog.

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