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The Shelf

'Utter PERFECTION' Marian Keyes, perfect for fans of 'Love is Blind'
By Helly Acton
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The Shelf by Helly Acton is a thought-provoking narrative focusing on Amy, who unexpectedly finds herself a contestant on a reality TV show that aims to scrutinise relationships and personal worth. Set in a world that leads women to question their self-worth and societal expectations, the story explores themes of identity, self-discovery, and empowerment against a backdrop of humour and satire.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by a witty and thought-provoking exploration of modern life and societal norms, particularly those related to women's expectations and reality TV culture. Helly Acton crafts a clever narrative that engages readers with its blend of humour, reflection, and insightful commentary on contemporary issues.

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Six women. Four weeks. One house. Who will be left on The Shelf? A funny, feminist and all-too-relatable novel about our obsession with coupling up, settling down and the battle we all have
with accepting ourselves, The Shelf introduces the freshest new voice in women's fiction.

Six women. Four weeks. One house. Who will be left on The Shelf?

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'One of those delicious books you just can't put down. Utter PERFECTION!' - Marian Keyes

Ever feel like you're losing a race you never signed up for? Everyone in Amy's life seems to be getting married, having children and settling down (or so Instagram tells her), and she feels like she's falling behind. So, when her long-term boyfriend surprises her with a dream holiday, she thinks he's going to finally pop the Big Question.

But the dream turns into a nightmare when, instead, she finds herself on the set of a Big Brother-style reality television show, The Shelf.

Along with five other women, Amy is brutally dumped live on TV and must compete in a series of humiliating and obnoxious tasks in the hope of being crowned 'The Keeper'.

While inside the house, will Amy learn that there are worse things than being 'left on the shelf'?

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The Shelf by Helly Acton is praised for its engaging and irresistible nature, with many finding it difficult to put down. The book is lauded for its witty one-liners and subversive, feminist themes, delivering a refreshing narrative. A highlight for summer reading, it surprises with a plot that works splendidly in practice.

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ISBN: 9781838773137

Publisher: Zaffre

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 January 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Zaffre

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 318g

Pages: 432

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About the Author

Helly Acton is a copywriter from London with past lives in the Middle East, Africa and Australia. Born in Zimbabwe, Helly and her family emigrated to the East Sussex coast w hen she w as fifteen years old. She studied Law at King's College London before following a more creative path into advertising. Helly currently lives in London with her husband, Chris, and their dog child Milo.

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