Standard Deviation: `The Best Feel-Good Novel Around' Daily Mail by Katherine He

Description: Standard Deviation by Katherine Heiny I have rarely seen modern marriage reproduced so faithfully in print. Its about love once the early romance has subsided. Hilarious Jojo Moyes, Woman and HomeStandard Deviation is a marvel Kate AtkinsonAddictive reading Mail on SundayA comic masterpiece Observer FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description One of the funniest books you will ever read Daily MailStandard Deviation is a marvel Kate AtkinsonLooking for a blissful summer novel? Here it is Washington PostThis is the beach book for summer 2017 The TimesAddictive reading Mail on SundayA comic masterpiece Observer A divinely funny novel about the challenges of a good marriage, the delight and heartache of raising children, and the irresistible temptation to wonder about the path not taken. This sensational debut will appeal to fans of David Nicholls, Nick Hornby, Nora Ephron and Lorrie Moore.Graham Cavanaughs second wife, Audra, is everything his first wife was not. She considers herself privileged to live in the age of the hair towel, talks non-stop through her epidural, labour and delivery, invites the doorman to move in and the eccentric members of their sons Origami Club to Thanksgiving. She is charming and spontaneous and fun but life with her can be exhausting.In the midst of the day-to-day difficulties and delights of marriage and raising a child with Aspergers, his first wife, Elspeth, reenters Grahams life. Former spouses are hard to categorize – are they friends, enemies, old flames, or just people who know you really, really well? Graham starts to wonder: How can anyone love two such different women? Did he make the right choice? Is there a right choice? Notes This debut novel promises to win over readers of Nora Ephron and Lorrie Moore, depicting Grahams first wife re-entering his life, causing him to consider his situation with his spontaneous and exhausting second wife. Author Biography Katherine Heinys fiction has been published in The New Yorker, Ploughshares, Narrative,Glimmer Train, and many other places. She lives in Washington, D.C., with her husband and children. This is her first book. Review Not only one of the funniest books you will ever read, but true and poignant, too. Audra is one of the most memorable comic characters ever to leap from the pages of a book Daily MailI love this book. it reminds me slightly of my beloved Maria Semple and Norah Ephron Nina StibbeThere is texture, intelligence, warmth and perspicacity that lifts it into the realms of Carol Shields or Curtis Sittenfeld. It plays in my head as a movie directed by Noah Baumbach or Nora Ephron … I chuckled my way through Standard Deviation, but at times it made my heart ache The TimesI love Katherine Heinys book and underlined so many funny observations that had me laughing out loud. Amazing Emma GannonAudra Daltry is a singular creation – a character so funny, so appealing, so sure that she can change the world for her family that she will jump right off the page and take up permanent residence in your heart Kate AtkinsonBrilliantly funny India KnightHeinys novel is a comic masterpiece and her Audra is the funniest heroine ever ObserverSo comedically spot on about middle-class mores it feels unnervingly like shes in your head. Its one of those books that people fervently press on you Jenny Colgan, Spectator Books of the Year.Funny, fresh, with the kind of perceptive observations that make you see family life, friendship, parenting and marriage anew Mail on SundayHeinys characters – charming, flawed, relatable, tragic, hilarious – are faultlessly constructed, lingering long in the memory like family or friends ObserverA book so funny and perceptive I want to be friends with its author Laline PaullThere are some painfully hilarious exchanges, but underlying the jokes is an emotionally intelligent dissection of conflicting inner worlds Sunday TimesWonderful … such a success New York Times Book ReviewBoth heart-piercing and, crucially, very funny New York Times Promotional The best feel-good novel around Daily Mail Long Description I have rarely seen modern marriage reproduced so faithfully in print. Its about love once the early romance has subsided. Hilarious Jojo Moyes, Woman and Home Standard Deviation is a marvel Kate Atkinson Addictive reading Mail on Sunday A comic masterpiece Observer Grahams second wife, Audra, is an unrestrained force of good nature. She talks non-stop through her epidural, labour and delivery, invites the doorman to move in and the eccentric members of their sons Origami Club to Thanksgiving. When she decides to make friends with Elsbeth - Grahams first wife and Audras polar opposite - Graham starts to wonder: how can anyone love two such different women? And did he make the right choice? Review Quote Not only one of the funniest books you will ever read, but true and poignant, too . And Audra is one of the most memorable comic characters ever to leap from the pages of a book . John Harding, Daily Mail Audra Daltry is a singular creation - a character so funny , so appealing, so sure that she can change the world for her family that she will jump right off the page and take up permanent residence in your heart . Kate Atikinson Overtly unshowy, it is deceptively light-hearted and rueful, its sharpness masked in humour ... There are some painfully hilarious exchanges, but underlying the jokes is an emotionally intelligent dissection of conflicting inner worlds ...Measured on laughs per page, Heiny lives up to her promise. Sunday Times A book so funny and perceptive I want to be friends with its author Laline Paull, author of The Bees Both heart-piercing and, crucially, very funny Louise Erdirch, New York Times Wonderful ... To spend 300-plus pages with Heinys wry voice and colourful cast of characters is to love them, truly Kirkus Funny, delightful, and poignant beyond any reasonable expectations ... The novel Im recommending to everyone who asks, urging that they read it to cheer themselves up, laugh out loud, and ponder the complications and charm of everyday life. I cant think of better company, on the page, than Heiny Omnivoracious Irresistibly charming ... A delightful, refreshing novel that illuminates the world of complicated relationships Elin Hilderbrand, author of Heres to Us Warmhearted and even funnier than Single, Carefree, Mellow ... evoking the smart, stylish wit of Laurie Colwin, Nora Ephron, and Maria Semple NPR Standard Deviation bears a certain resemblance to the work of Anne Tyler Shelf Awareness Promotional "Headline" The best feel-good novel around Daily Mail Feature The best feel-good novel around Daily Mail * Heinys short story collection SINGLE, CAREFREE, MELLOW got rave reviews in the US and here, and earned her a loyal fan base. * It is the perfect read for people who loved David Nicholls US (TCM 353,000) and will appeal to fans of Nicholas Hornby (lifetime TCM 3.5 million) * We couldnt be more excited about this at 4th Estate - a debut novel that will resonate for years to come. Hilarious and relatable, Standard Deviation offers whip-smart observations from offbeat and memorable characters, all of them infused with a soulfulness that makes them transcend the normal tropes. Competition: Where My Heart Used To Beat; Bridget Jones; Where My Heart Used To Beat;Early Morning Riser. Laline Paull;Elena Ferrante; Jojo Moyes; David Nicholls; Sebastian Faulks; Jessie Burton; Nick Hornby; Elizabeth Strout; Helen Fielding; Nora Ephron;Elizabeth Day; Lorrie Moore; Amanda Craig;Kazua Ishiguro; Description for Sales People One of the funniest books you will ever read Daily Mail Standard Deviation is a marvel Kate Atkinson Looking for a blissful summer novel? Here it is Washington Post This is the beach book for summer 2017 The Times Addictive reading Mail on Sunday A comic masterpiece Observer A divinely funny novel about the challenges of a good marriage, the delight and heartache of raising children, and the irresistible temptation to wonder about the path not taken. This sensational debut will appeal to fans of David Nicholls, Nick Hornby, Nora Ephron and Lorrie Moore. Graham Cavanaughs second wife, Audra, is everything his first wife was not. She considers herself privileged to live in the age of the hair towel, talks non-stop through her epidural, labour and delivery, invites the doorman to move in and the eccentric members of their sons Origami Club to Thanksgiving. She is charming and spontaneous and fun but life with her can be exhausting. In the midst of the day-to-day difficulties and delights of marriage and raising a child with Aspergers, his first wife, Elspeth, reenters Grahams life. Former spouses are hard to categorize - are they friends, enemies, old flames, or just people who know you really, really well? Graham starts to wonder: How can anyone love two such different women? Did he make the right choice? Is there a right choice? Gold title * Heinys short story collection SINGLE, CAREFREE, MELLOW got rave reviews in the US and here, and earned her a loyal fan base. * It is the perfect read for people who loved David Nicholls US (TCM 353,000) and will appeal to fans of Nicholas Hornby (lifetime TCM 3.5 million) * We couldnt be more excited about this at 4th Estate - a debut novel that will resonate for years to come. Hilarious and relatable, Standard Deviation offers whip-smart observations from offbeat and memorable characters, all of them infused with a soulfulness that makes them transcend the normal tropes. Competition: Where My Heart Used To Beat; Bridget Jones; Where My Heart Used To Beat;Early Morning Riser. Laline Paull;Elena Ferrante; Jojo Moyes; David Nicholls; Sebastian Faulks; Jessie Burton; Nick Hornby; Elizabeth Strout; Helen Fielding; Nora Ephron;Elizabeth Day; Lorrie Moore; Amanda Craig;Kazua Ishiguro; Details ISBN0008105537 Author Katherine Heiny Publisher HarperCollins Publishers ISBN-10 0008105537 ISBN-13 9780008105532 Format Paperback Imprint Fourth Estate Ltd Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 813.6 Media Book Year 2018 Publication Date 2018-05-17 Subtitle `The Best Feel-Good Novel Around Daily Mail Pages 336 Language English UK Release Date 2018-05-17 Alternative 9780008105518 Audience General AU Release Date 2018-06-05 NZ Release Date 2018-06-05 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:101782645;

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