All About Us
A heartwarming tale of love and second chances
Format:Paperback
Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers
Published:15th Oct '20
Should be back in stock very soon
A poignant love story exploring choices and second chances, All About Us captures the essence of love and friendship across time.
In All About Us, readers are taken on an emotional journey through the life of Ben, a nineteen-year-old university student who finds himself at a pivotal moment. On a cold December night in 2005, he is torn between two significant choices: the intriguing new girl, Daphne, and his longtime best friend, Alice. This initial decision sets the stage for a love story that intertwines friendship, longing, and the bittersweet nature of choices made in youth.
Fast forward to December 2020, and life has not unfolded as Ben had envisioned. He reflects on the past, haunted by the 'what ifs' of that fateful night. Stuck in a rut, he yearns for the excitement and possibilities of his younger days, wondering if he made the right choice. This introspection leads him to a surprising opportunity—a second chance to revisit his past and reconsider his decisions.
All About Us is a reimagining of the classic tale A Christmas Carol, infused with romance and hope. As Ben navigates this magical journey, he must summon the courage to follow his heart. This heartwarming story captures the essence of love, friendship, and the importance of choices, making it a perfect read for those seeking a cozy escape this autumn and winter season.
‘Magical and beautiful.’ Josie Silver, author of One Day in December
‘An insightful, nuanced look at modern relationships, I LOVED it. A Christmas Carol meets Love Actually.’ Holly Bourne, author of Pretending
‘Has all of the feels – the messy complexities of family and friends, the power of love and a sprinkling of magic. Gorgeous.’ Clare Pooley, author of The Authenticity Project
‘I loved it so much. Brilliant, lovable characters. So sharp, funny and poignant.’ Rachel Winters, author of Would Like to Meet
‘A heart-warming and surprisingly feminist Christmas Carol-esque novel of "what if" and "who am I" – this really left an impression on me. The best novel of the festive season!’ Laura Jane Williams, author of Our Stop
‘An outstanding story about regrets, self-reflection and love. Fantastic to have such a warm, genuine male voice in this genre. It’s a sure hit for 2020 – LOVED IT!’ Roxie Cooper, author of The Day We Met
‘A warm, cosy delight. It’s SO honest, funny and sad. Most of all it is full of hope. It tugged at ALL of my heartstrings, and I loved it to bits.’ Cressida McLaughlin, author of The Cornish Cream Tea Bus
‘A magical, compelling and thought-provoking story, full of depth and heart. The perfect holiday read.’ C.J. Skuse, author of Sweetpea
‘Clever, funny and romantic. I hope the Netflix adaptation comes swiftly after.’ Melinda Salisbury, author of The Song of Sorrow
‘Funny, warm and touching, perfect for Me Before You fans.’ Suzy K Quinn, author of The Bad Mother’s Diary
‘Oh my gosh, it’s wonderful! I cried so much!’ Polly Crosby, author of The Illustrated Child
‘Romantic and gloriously life-affirming.’ Rachel Marks, author of Saturdays at Noon
‘So captivating I couldn’t put it down.’ Emma Cooper, author of If I Could Say Goodbye
ISBN: 9780008336035
Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 25mm
Weight: 270g
400 pages