Charlotte Levin – författare

'One of the best books I’ve ever read' Ruth JonesWhat if the problem with your love life is you?If I Can't Have You by Charlotte Levin is an all-consuming novel about loneliness, obsession and how far we go for the ones we love.Samuel, the day we met I knew I’d finally found what I’ve been waiting for.You.Happiness, at last.Then you left me.And now I am alone.Everyone I love leaves in the end.But not this time.I’m not giving up on us.I’m not giving up on you.When you love someone, you never let them go.That’s why for me, this is just beginning.

'I implore you to read (or listen to) it' - Marian Keyes, author of Again, Rachel'One of the best books I’ve ever read' – Ruth Jones, author of Love UntoldAn all-consuming story of loneliness, obsession and how far we go for the ones we love, If I Can't Have You is the debut novel by Charlotte Levin.After fleeing Manchester for London, Constance Little attempts to put past tragedies behind her and make a fresh start. When she embarks on a relationship with the new doctor at the medical practice where she works, she’s convinced she’s finally found the love and security she craves.Then he ends it.But if life has taught her anything, it’s that if you love someone, you should never let them go.That's why for Constance Little, her obsession is only just beginning . . .'Exceptionally raw and visceral and painfully funny' – Emma Flint, author of Little Deaths'Darkly comic and beautifully written’ – Woman‘Blackly comic, heartrendingly sad’ – Best'Compulsively readable and darkly funny’ – Laura Marshall, author of Friend Request

'I implore you to read (or listen to) it' – Marian Keyes, author of Again, Rachel'One of the best books I’ve ever read' – Ruth Jones, author of Love UntoldAn all-consuming story of loneliness, obsession and how far we go for the ones we love, If I Can't Have You is the debut novel by Charlotte Levin.After fleeing Manchester for London, Constance Little attempts to put past tragedies behind her and make a fresh start. When she embarks on a relationship with the new doctor at the medical practice where she works, she’s convinced she’s finally found the love and security she craves.Then he ends it.But if life has taught her anything, it’s that if you love someone, you should never let them go.That's why for Constance Little, her obsession is only just beginning . . .'Exceptionally raw and visceral and painfully funny' – Emma Flint, author of Little Deaths'Darkly comic and beautifully written’ – Woman‘Blackly comic, heartrendingly sad’ – Best'Compulsively readable and darkly funny’ – Laura Marshall, author of Friend Request

'I implore you to read (or listen to) it' – Marian Keyes, author of Again, Rachel'One of the best books I’ve ever read' – Ruth Jones, author of Love UntoldAn all-consuming story of loneliness, obsession and how far we go for the ones we love, If I Can't Have You is the debut novel by Charlotte Levin.After fleeing Manchester for London, Constance Little attempts to put past tragedies behind her and make a fresh start. When she embarks on a relationship with the new doctor at the medical practice where she works, she’s convinced she’s finally found the love and security she craves.Then he ends it.But if life has taught her anything, it’s that if you love someone, you should never let them go.That's why for Constance Little, her obsession is only just beginning . . .'Exceptionally raw and visceral and painfully funny' – Emma Flint, author of Little Deaths'Darkly comic and beautifully written’ – Woman‘Blackly comic, heartrendingly sad’ – Best'Compulsively readable and darkly funny’ – Laura Marshall, author of Friend Request

'Simultaneously tragic and uplifting. And I have to say at times funny. Charlotte Levin is SUCH a clever writer . . . A magnificent read' – Ruth Jones, author of Love Untold'This emotional rollercoaster is alternately heart-breaking and hopeful. I was gripped' – Daily MailA gripping, darkly comic tale of searing loss, coercive control and the consequences of taking the wrong path.Every morning, Janet Brown goes to work cleaning offices. It calms her – cleanliness, neatness. All the things she’s unable to do with her soul can be achieved with a damp cloth and a splash of bleach. However, the guilt she still carries about a devastating loss that happened eleven years ago, cannot be erased so easily.When Janet finds herself involved in a train crash, she recognizes her chance to do what she couldn’t all those years ago. And she makes a decision. As news spreads of Janet’s actions, her story inspires everyone around her and, for the first time, her life has purpose. Her future is filled with hope.But Janet's story isn't quite what it seems. As events spiral out of control, she soon discovers that coming clean isn't an option. Because if Janet washes away the lies, what long-buried truths will she finally have to face?If I Let You Go by Charlotte Levin is a deeply moving and gripping portrayal of a woman coming to terms with loss.

A Richard and Judy Book Club pick, If I Let You Go is a darkly comic tale of searing loss, coercive control and the consequences of taking the wrong path.'Simultaneously tragic and uplifting . . . Charlotte Levin is SUCH a clever writer' - Ruth Jones, author of Love UntoldEvery morning, Janet Brown goes to work cleaning offices. It calms her – cleanliness, neatness. All the things she’s unable to do with her soul can be achieved with a damp cloth and a splash of bleach. However the guilt she still carries, about a devastating loss that happened eleven years ago, cannot be erased.When Janet finds herself involved in a train crash, she recognizes her chance to do what she couldn’t all those years ago. And she makes a decision. As news spreads of Janet’s actions, her story inspires everyone around her and, for the first time, her life has purpose. Her future is filled with hope.But Janet's story isn't quite what it seems. And, as events spiral out of control, she soon discovers that coming clean isn't an option. Because if Janet washes away the lies, what long-buried truths will she finally have to face?If I Let You Go by Charlotte Levin is a deeply moving and compelling portrayal of a woman coming to terms with loss.

A Richard and Judy Book Club pick, If I Let You Go is a darkly comic tale of searing loss, coercive control and the consequences of taking the wrong path.'Simultaneously tragic and uplifting . . . Charlotte Levin is SUCH a clever writer' - Ruth Jones, author of Love UntoldEvery morning, Janet Brown goes to work cleaning offices. It calms her – cleanliness, neatness. All the things she’s unable to do with her soul can be achieved with a damp cloth and a splash of bleach. However the guilt she still carries, about a devastating loss that happened eleven years ago, cannot be erased.When Janet finds herself involved in a train crash, she recognizes her chance to do what she couldn’t all those years ago. And she makes a decision. As news spreads of Janet’s actions, her story inspires everyone around her and, for the first time, her life has purpose. Her future is filled with hope.But Janet's story isn't quite what it seems. And, as events spiral out of control, she soon discovers that coming clean isn't an option. Because if Janet washes away the lies, what long-buried truths will she finally have to face?If I Let You Go by Charlotte Levin is a deeply moving and compelling portrayal of a woman coming to terms with loss.

'A total gem from Charlotte Levin. I love her writing so much.' Ruth Jones'Fresh, hopeful, and quietly devastating.' Caroline Hulse'Very few books make me cry – this did, in the very best way.' Louise Fein'An absolute triumph.' Nikki SmithShe’s locked the door to the world. Is love strong enough to open it?Following a tragic incident, rising-star Beatrice is struggling. Having retreated from life entirely, she finds herself unable to leave the house. With her acting career now over, (Though don’t tell her agent), and discovering who her real friends aren’t, her world has shrunk—its only inhabitants, an elderly Polish neighbour, the world’s most boring postman, her therapist with issues of her own, and Piano Bitch from across the road. Thank God for Matisse, her beloved, foul-mouthed parakeet.When she hires Irish gardener, Finn, to tame the overgrown garden that she cannot even enter, things take an unexpected turn. Their connection blossoms, and she’s no longer isolated and alone. But can a relationship survive the restrictions that control her, or will love enable Beatrice to confront her fears and step outside again?Your next reading obsession, the poignant and darkly funny new novel from the bestselling author of If I Can’t Have You, perfect for fans of Sorrow and Blissand Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine.'I was laughing and crying in the same chapter … it gave me all the feels.'Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Charlotte Levin has written her best book so far with this.'Reader Review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'An absolute delight from beginning to end.Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Emotionally immersive and quietly devastating.'Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Utterly captivating.'Reader Review⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A total gem from Charlotte Levin. I love her writing so much.' Ruth Jones 'Fresh, hopeful, and quietly devastating.' Caroline Hulse 'Very few books make me cry this did, in the very best way.' Louise Fein 'An absolute triumph.' Nikki Smith Shes locked the door to the world. Is love strong enough to open it?Following a tragic incident, rising-star Beatrice is struggling. Having retreated from life entirely, she finds herself unable to leave the house. With her acting career now over, (Though dont tell her agent), and discovering who her real friends arent, her world has shrunkits only inhabitants, an elderly Polish neighbour, the worlds most boring postman, her therapist with issues of her own, and Piano Bitch from across the road. Thank God for Matisse, her beloved, foul-mouthed parakeet. When she hires Irish gardener, Finn, to tame the overgrown garden that she cannot even enter, things take an unexpected turn. Their connection blossoms, and shes no longer isolated and alone. But can a relationship survive the restrictions that control her, or will love enable Beatrice to confront her fears and step outside again? Your next reading obsession, the poignant and darkly funny new novel from the bestselling author of If I Cant Have You, perfect for fans of Sorrow and Blissand Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine. 'I was laughing and crying in the same chapter it gave me all the feels.'Reader Review 'Charlotte Levin has written her best book so far with this.'Reader Review 'An absolute delight from beginning to end.Reader Review 'Emotionally immersive and quietly devastating.'Reader Review 'Utterly captivating.'Reader Review