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UNHINGE: THE HILARIOUS AND HEARTWARMING ROMANTIC COMEDY ABOUT FAMILY, FRIENDSHIP AND MOVING ON
5* Reviews For UNHINGE
- Think a male Bridget Jones
- Unhinge will make you laugh and cry. Read this book. It's that simple
- It's the best read I've had for a long time. I laughed and cried. Will definitely recommend it my family and other friends.
- What a fabulous book, I devoured it over a few days, laughing out loud and quietly sobbing.
- Was gutted when I seen this was the only book by Craig…. So here goes… 2 words…
MORE PLEASE!! Xx
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Have you ever found yourself having to 'move on'? It wasn't easy, was it?
Alfie Anderson isn't finding it very easy either. After 14 years with the same person, having to start all over again is an exhausting thought. However, we all need to move on, right?
Therefore, Alfie finds himself entering the soul destroying world of online dating in an attempt to meet someone new.
But moving on is easier said than done, and Alfie has a few ghosts to exorcise before he's going to be able to finally leave the past behind.
UNHINGE is the uplifitng story of love, family and friendship and is the perfect read for those looking to laugh, cry and have their heart warmed.
PODCAST AVAILABLE WITH BOOK. NO BOOKCLUB QUESTIONS AT THE END. INSTEAD, JOIN THE AUTHOR AND DR DOUGIE MARKS TO DISCUSS THE BOOK.
- Think a male Bridget Jones
- Unhinge will make you laugh and cry. Read this book. It's that simple
- It's the best read I've had for a long time. I laughed and cried. Will definitely recommend it my family and other friends.
- What a fabulous book, I devoured it over a few days, laughing out loud and quietly sobbing.
- Was gutted when I seen this was the only book by Craig…. So here goes… 2 words…
MORE PLEASE!! Xx
__________________________________________________________________________________
Have you ever found yourself having to 'move on'? It wasn't easy, was it?
Alfie Anderson isn't finding it very easy either. After 14 years with the same person, having to start all over again is an exhausting thought. However, we all need to move on, right?
Therefore, Alfie finds himself entering the soul destroying world of online dating in an attempt to meet someone new.
But moving on is easier said than done, and Alfie has a few ghosts to exorcise before he's going to be able to finally leave the past behind.
UNHINGE is the uplifitng story of love, family and friendship and is the perfect read for those looking to laugh, cry and have their heart warmed.
PODCAST AVAILABLE WITH BOOK. NO BOOKCLUB QUESTIONS AT THE END. INSTEAD, JOIN THE AUTHOR AND DR DOUGIE MARKS TO DISCUSS THE BOOK.
329 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 17, 2024
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About the author
Craig Scoular
4 books9 followersHi,
I have been writing now for around ten months (as of July 2025).
I have written three books. UNHINGE and FATE FELL SHORT are the first two books in a planned trilogy, while 49 THINGS TO DO WITH DAD BEFORE HE DIES is a standalone story.
I am a teacher of politics to trade at a high school just outside of Glasgow. It is a job I love and have done for close to twenty years, which is scary to write down!
My spare time is spent writing, watching football and going to the movies. However, my favourite thing to do is spend time/argue/fight with my daughter, Sophie.
I do love a holiday (they are my vice) and I try to get abroad four or five times a year. I love the Canary Islands and have recently found Virgin Cruises, which have been bad for my bank balance.
I hope you enjoy reading my work. I try to write about real life in a way that is relatable, with some humour and leave the reader with something to think about.
C x
I have been writing now for around ten months (as of July 2025).
I have written three books. UNHINGE and FATE FELL SHORT are the first two books in a planned trilogy, while 49 THINGS TO DO WITH DAD BEFORE HE DIES is a standalone story.
I am a teacher of politics to trade at a high school just outside of Glasgow. It is a job I love and have done for close to twenty years, which is scary to write down!
My spare time is spent writing, watching football and going to the movies. However, my favourite thing to do is spend time/argue/fight with my daughter, Sophie.
I do love a holiday (they are my vice) and I try to get abroad four or five times a year. I love the Canary Islands and have recently found Virgin Cruises, which have been bad for my bank balance.
I hope you enjoy reading my work. I try to write about real life in a way that is relatable, with some humour and leave the reader with something to think about.
C x
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October 14, 2024
Brilliant!
Now that I have composed myself after all the emotions, I guess I can put together some words in the way of a review. However, where to start with a book that had me belly laughing, ugly crying, reminiscing on my own life, thinking about my friends lives, wanting to give Alfie a hug while telling the ladies to look after him, wanting to put Alan in his place and everything in-between in one chapter never mind the entirety of the book.
Firstly, I will say definitely not my usual type of book to be reading but we all have persuasive friends, right... and one of my besties happens to be the 'Jenny' mentioned in the authors acknowledgements at the back of the book. My views here are entirely my own. I will add that. I will also say I'm so glad she did as ...
I LOVE IT!
You just have to read it. You're not going to be blown away by Craig Scoular's description of his brilliant book, although perfectly accurate, totally under sells it in a beautifully modest way. My other besties just read the early on reviews and bought it before I told them much more 😂 Jenny, however, sent me the book like she sends me work docs to proof read 😂 she knows me too well.
Being from Lanarkshire myself, though not the same town as Alfie, the setting and references to Lanarkshire and Glasgow were just brilliant. Though I've not been to them all yet I have heard about them all prior to reading and with Scoular's amazing way with words could picture being in every location with Alfie the whole way through the book. And what amazing timing to launch a book in the season that it's written in beautiful.
The characters are so relatable, all on their own journey through life as we all are influenced by our past, current surcomdtances, personal expectations and those we love, philia as well as eros obviously. Alfie, of course, has the added complications of the online word, as many of my friends navigated, too. Who I thought about all the way through reading. Let's hope Alfie is as successful and fulfilled as they are while still navigating life's latest hills and valleys.
Now that I have composed myself after all the emotions, I guess I can put together some words in the way of a review. However, where to start with a book that had me belly laughing, ugly crying, reminiscing on my own life, thinking about my friends lives, wanting to give Alfie a hug while telling the ladies to look after him, wanting to put Alan in his place and everything in-between in one chapter never mind the entirety of the book.
Firstly, I will say definitely not my usual type of book to be reading but we all have persuasive friends, right... and one of my besties happens to be the 'Jenny' mentioned in the authors acknowledgements at the back of the book. My views here are entirely my own. I will add that. I will also say I'm so glad she did as ...
I LOVE IT!
You just have to read it. You're not going to be blown away by Craig Scoular's description of his brilliant book, although perfectly accurate, totally under sells it in a beautifully modest way. My other besties just read the early on reviews and bought it before I told them much more 😂 Jenny, however, sent me the book like she sends me work docs to proof read 😂 she knows me too well.
Being from Lanarkshire myself, though not the same town as Alfie, the setting and references to Lanarkshire and Glasgow were just brilliant. Though I've not been to them all yet I have heard about them all prior to reading and with Scoular's amazing way with words could picture being in every location with Alfie the whole way through the book. And what amazing timing to launch a book in the season that it's written in beautiful.
The characters are so relatable, all on their own journey through life as we all are influenced by our past, current surcomdtances, personal expectations and those we love, philia as well as eros obviously. Alfie, of course, has the added complications of the online word, as many of my friends navigated, too. Who I thought about all the way through reading. Let's hope Alfie is as successful and fulfilled as they are while still navigating life's latest hills and valleys.
January 27, 2025
A mans POV into online dating with hilarious incidents has quickly made this one of my all time favourite Romance Novels! Think A male Bridget Jones Diary welcome to the escapades of Alfie Anderson
Clearly a massive statement but what the author does here is makes you feel many emotions throughout the book you will be laughing you will be cringing and there will be heartbreak as that’s love in a nutshell you take the good with the bad but remember “you miss 100% of the shots you don’t take”
I throughly enjoyed this book it hit home with me especially finding my Partner on Hinge and having my own fair share of awkward dates in the past it’s a relatable story for anyone in the dating world from both sides and explores a very honest view on how dating midlife can be.
The characters are lovable I had a soft spot for UJ in particular because he reminded me of my Grandfather who would be more of a cockney version
Hearing that a sequel is on the horizon fills me with joy as I wasn’t ready to let Alfie go quite yet this character in particular you will feel many emotions towards but on reflection he is perfectly flawed just like is all
Easily 5 stars
Clearly a massive statement but what the author does here is makes you feel many emotions throughout the book you will be laughing you will be cringing and there will be heartbreak as that’s love in a nutshell you take the good with the bad but remember “you miss 100% of the shots you don’t take”
I throughly enjoyed this book it hit home with me especially finding my Partner on Hinge and having my own fair share of awkward dates in the past it’s a relatable story for anyone in the dating world from both sides and explores a very honest view on how dating midlife can be.
The characters are lovable I had a soft spot for UJ in particular because he reminded me of my Grandfather who would be more of a cockney version
Hearing that a sequel is on the horizon fills me with joy as I wasn’t ready to let Alfie go quite yet this character in particular you will feel many emotions towards but on reflection he is perfectly flawed just like is all
Easily 5 stars
September 27, 2024
Really enjoyed this book. Was a really easy read, loved the way it was written. I could imagine all the characters and was really rooting for them. Know quite a few of the places in the book too. Laughed a lot, cried a few times. Would definitely read more.
Could do with a proofread as a few spelling errors and extra words, mixed up words that the pedant in me noticed. But I notice that in most books 😊
Could do with a proofread as a few spelling errors and extra words, mixed up words that the pedant in me noticed. But I notice that in most books 😊
September 30, 2024
I absolutely loved this book and all the relatable characters. I loved the pace, the humour, and the familiarity of it all. Sad that I’ve finished it after binging on it all day on a rainy September day x
September 19, 2024
Really enjoyed this. Binged it in a day, couldn’t put it down. The characters are relatable and funny. Highly recommend for anyone needing to laugh and cry about life’s twists and turns.
September 21, 2024
Superb book. A real page turner. Loved the characters. Happy and sad story at the same time. Beautifully written.
November 24, 2024
Wow! What a fabulous book, I devoured it over a few days, laughing out loud and quietly sobbing. I've recommended it to friends & and I really hope there will be a sequel!
February 15, 2025
Nearly gave up but so glad I didn’t
The last 20% of this book was brilliant
The last 20% of this book was brilliant
September 20, 2024
Really enjoyed the humour and poignancy of this book. Made me laugh and cry. You become invested in the characters. Couldn’t put it down.
September 27, 2024
Really loved this book, the perfect book for my holiday
Characters so well written and loveable. Made me smile, laugh and cry. So relatable
Characters so well written and loveable. Made me smile, laugh and cry. So relatable
September 21, 2024
Absolutely loved it! Happy, sad and relatable. Couldn’t put it down!
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