Quercus Publishing Making It Hilarious and heartfelt, the perfect summer romcom.

by Laura Kay

Making It Hilarious and heartfelt, the perfect summer romcom ABISBOOK Quercus Publishing.

432 pages, Paperback

Published July 4, 2024

Reviews

[Savannah · Rating 5 out of 5]

It’s been a long time since a book has made me cry. I would not call this hilarious, or a romcom, but definitely heartfelt. It is well written and touches on a huge range of topics from depression, anxiety, eating disorders, loss, firsts, creatives, struggling with live, spiraling out of control, to name a few. It also has balances, new friends, opportunities, love, animals, kindness & understanding, truth & acknowledgment, wit as the Brits do best. Watch your triggers, but it’s ultimately an uplifting sensitive novel.

[Ynaiita Warjri · Rating 5 out of 5]

The moment I finished a chapter, I knew this book would go straight into my "highly recommend" pile. The main character made me want to give her a hug, and her family and flatmates were both hilarious and heartwarming. Even her colleagues had a lovable charm. While the premise is simple, the execution is flawless—it’s funny yet heartfelt, sad yet inspiring, and ultimately makes you fall in love with the characters. Isobel’s journey was not only moving but also a healing experience for me. I loved the romantic themes in the book and found the ending deeply satisfying, but what was even more fulfilling was watching Isobel fall in love with herself. Laura Kay masterfully brings an ordinary East London contemporary story to life with beautiful writing, relatable characters, and deep emotional connections that truly resonate.

[Hazel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve read all of Laura Kay’s books and this has been my favourite so far. For other fans, it was closest to me to the tone of Wild Things: really heart warming and while there were moments of shade too, it was up lifting. I totally fell in love with the characters and the friendships and family relationships that were at the heart of the story. I am so glad there was a happy ending!

[Grace Ward · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again, Laura Kay manages to make me feel every emotion possible. I recognise so much of myself in this story in ways I've never been able to put into words before.

Beautiful characters, beautiful message. I loved it!

[honeyvee · Rating 5 out of 5]

this felt so very real and instantly connected with issy! one thing that really stuck out to me was how natural the dialogue felt? issy and her little found family felt so real and i felt like i was in the 47a with them