This Song Is About Us

A brilliant exploration of young love and first fame. * Waterstones *
Each character is skilfully nuanced, allowing the reader to empathise with their situation and become invested in them. Moving in places, the story hits hard in others, raising questions about the power and cruelty of social media and the 'price' of fame amongst other things. * Reading Zone *
I read this book in one sitting - it's fast-paced, powerful, and full of authentic, layered characters. Sara knows how to dive into the messiest, most complicated parts of people and write about those parts with genuine care and compassion. * Sophie Jo, author of Red Flags *
Be careful what you wish for. This Song is About Us takes us backstage behind the glam of the music business - how does it feel when your childhood sweetheart rockets to fame and leaves you behind? Drew struggles with stardom and stress and substance abuse; Ruby struggles with her decision to keep their relationship secret. Will the pressure break them? No-one - no-one - gets inside the teen head quite like Sara Barnard. This Song is About Us is a nuanced and thoughtful, authentic and exciting, perfectly-pitched festival of a heart-breaking romance. Out April 3rd, in time for the summer - you've got to pop this in your backpack. * Tia Fisher, author of Crossing the Line *
Sara’s writing is emotive, seamless and beautiful . . . This book encapsulates a true romance that really makes your heart lift. * Never Judge a Book By Its Cover *