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The unmissable novel from Fran Littlewood, the New York Times bestselling author of Read With Jenna pick Amazing Grace Adams–AS FEATURED ON BBC RADIO 4 WOMAN'S HOUR A STYLIST MUST-READ BOOK OF 2025A SUNDAY TIMES ‘STUFF EVERYONE WILL BE TALKING ABOUT’ PICKAN OPRAH BEST SUMMER BOOKS TO READA PEOPLE MAGAZINE MOST ANTICIPATED SUMMER BOOK–'FABULOUS . . . God, I wish I had written it. Funny, dark, fascinating and UTTERLY convincing. On my QWJ (Queasy With Jealousy) Scale, I award it 16/10' MARIAN KEYES'Once I picked up The Favourite, I did not want to put it down until the last page was turned' LOTTIE HAZELL, author of Piglet‘Wonderful and very funny. You're in for such a treat’ GEORGINA MOORE, author of The Garnett Girls'Excellent. A detailed and fascinating look at the effects of sibling order in families and what it feels like to think your parent has a favourite child' STYLIST'Tender, funny and truthful , Littlewood's tale reveals long-held secrets, chronicles treacherous inner thoughts, and revels in the sweet , spiky nature of sisterhood' MAIL ON SUNDAY'A powerful and emotional tale, rich in nuance, exploring loyalty, truth and the fragile nature of love' WOMAN'S WEEKLY–Nothing derails a family holiday like your father revealing that he has a favourite child.Alex, Nancy and Eva Fisher. Three grown-up sisters; each wonderful and imperfect in their own individual ways. And loved equally by their parents, Vivienne and Patrick.Or so they thought.Right up to the moment when, during a family party, Patrick inadvertently lets slip that he has a favourite.While they try to gloss over it, this begins to unravel everything the sisters thought they knew.As their past is re-written, secrets and lies are uncovered, and the Fisher clan implodes in a way they could never have dreamed possible.But will it take falling apart to bring them closer together?PRAISE FOR THE FAVOURITE‘You’ll be captivated by the well-drawn characters’ GOOD HOUSEKEEPING'So sharp, funny, pacey and incredibly well-observed. I loved it' REBECCA WAIT, author of I'm Sorry You Feel That Way'Fabulous - funny and brilliantly claustrophobic on family dynamics' LAUREN BRAVO, author of Preloved'Fran Littlewood has the incredible ability to write like she's been observing you and your family for years' ORE AGBAJE-WILLIAMS, author of The Three of Us'Sizzles with familial tension . . . Heartbreaking, candid and witty' JUSTIN MYERS'Brilliantly funny, dark, insightful, wildly satisfying' NATASHA POLISZCZUK'Has a cinematic quality . . . Every moment feels alive. Full of tender moments and thoughtful insights, The Favourite will be a favourite of readers, perfect with those with imperfect families - which is to say, all of us' SHELF AWARENESS‘What makes this sibling dramedy so delectable is Littlewood’s writing . . . All the nuances of sisterhood, daughterhood, wifehood, motherhood, divorcehood, and more are illuminated by this tale of spilled wine, slapped faces, and enduring family love.’ OPRAH DAILY

**A READ WITH JENNA BOOK CLUB PICK!****THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER**'Littlewood writes with ferocity and compassion. Read it and weep (then cheer)' THE TIMES'I just adored this . . . An unforgettable read' LIANE MORIARTY'Compelling, funny and poignant. I devoured it' PAULA HAWKINS'A rip-roaring, empowering story. Glorious' DAILY EXPRESS'An absolute gut punch of a book' RED________Is this the best worst day of her life?Once, Grace Adams was poised for great things. Now, she barely attracts a second glance as she strides down the street carrying her daughter's sixteenth birthday cake.But behind the scenes, Grace's life is in freefall. Her husband is divorcing her. Her daughter has banned her from her birthday party. And Grace has just abandoned her car in bumper-to-bumper traffic.Because Grace Adams has finally had enough. She's sick of being overlooked and underappreciated, and she's particularly tired of being polite. She's about to set off on a journey to rediscover who she is, and confront the secret that has torn her family apart.What is that secret? You're about to find out . . .New York Times bestseller, September 2023Jenna's Book Club Pick, September 2023

The unmissable novel from Fran Littlewood, the New York Times bestselling author of Read With Jenna pick Amazing Grace Adams - available to pre-order in paperback!–AS FEATURED ON BBC RADIO 4 WOMAN'S HOUR A STYLIST MUST-READ BOOK OF 2025A SUNDAY TIMES ‘STUFF EVERYONE WILL BE TALKING ABOUT’ PICKAN OPRAH BEST SUMMER BOOKS TO READA PEOPLE MAGAZINE MOST ANTICIPATED SUMMER BOOK–'FABULOUS . . . God, I wish I had written it. Funny, dark, fascinating and UTTERLY convincing. On my QWJ (Queasy With Jealousy) Scale, I award it 16/10' MARIAN KEYES'Once I picked up The Favourite, I did not want to put it down until the last page was turned' LOTTIE HAZELL, author of Piglet‘Wonderful and very funny. You're in for such a treat’ GEORGINA MOORE, author of The Garnett Girls'Excellent. A detailed and fascinating look at the effects of sibling order in families and what it feels like to think your parent has a favourite child' STYLIST'Tender, funny and truthful , Littlewood's tale reveals long-held secrets, chronicles treacherous inner thoughts, and revels in the sweet , spiky nature of sisterhood' MAIL ON SUNDAY'A powerful and emotional tale, rich in nuance, exploring loyalty, truth and the fragile nature of love' WOMAN'S WEEKLY–The Fisher family are on holiday . . .Mum, Dad. And their three grown-up daughters– Alex, Nancy and Eva – plus their young families.Sisters with differences, yes –but these are quickly glossed over.This is not a family of secrets, lies or even half-truths.Or so they tell themselves.Right up until Dad accidentally drops a bombshell:he has a favourite . . .And suddenly everything unravels.All the secrets. All the lies. The not even half-truths.But might it take coming apart to bring this family back together?PRAISE FOR THE FAVOURITE‘You’ll be captivated by the well-drawn characters’ GOOD HOUSEKEEPING'So sharp, funny, pacey and incredibly well-observed. I loved it' REBECCA WAIT, author of I'm Sorry You Feel That Way'Fabulous - funny and brilliantly claustrophobic on family dynamics' LAUREN BRAVO, author of Preloved'Fran Littlewood has the incredible ability to write like she's been observing you and your family for years' ORE AGBAJE-WILLIAMS, author of The Three of Us'Sizzles with familial tension . . . Heartbreaking, candid and witty' JUSTIN MYERS'Brilliantly funny, dark, insightful, wildly satisfying' NATASHA POLISZCZUK'Has a cinematic quality . . . Every moment feels alive. Full of tender moments and thoughtful insights, The Favourite will be a favourite of readers, perfect with those with imperfect families - which is to say, all of us' SHELF AWARENESS‘What makes this sibling dramedy so delectable is Littlewood’s writing . . . All the nuances of sisterhood, daughterhood, wifehood, motherhood, divorcehood, and more are illuminated by this tale of spilled wine, slapped faces, and enduring family love.’ OPRAH DAILY