A tender and poignant novel, with characters that come right off the page

That rare thing: a true pageturner

A powerful, heartbreaking story

An exquisitely crafted novel . . . compelling, fascinating and deeply affecting . . . Julie Cohen is an expert at making you care about her characters, and feel every nuance of emotion as they do. A truly brilliant writer who kept me gripped until the end.

Both powerful and thought provoking, this wonderful book will move you to the core - and really make you think.

This bittersweet story of friendship, heartbreak and love is impressively compelling...A fascinating and emotional read that’ll have a hold over you till the end.

A gripping reading experience, where one is compelled to unravel the results. The emotional reality for each character is beautifully drawn; we feel deeply for each of the women caught in this mess. . . Vivid and psychologically convincing . . . a superb choice for summer holidays

There are no heroes or villains here, but complex people making difficult choices in an imperfect world.

Emotional and captivating, this fab book will tug at your heart strings.

I LOVED Dear Thing. A fantastic level of tension and emotion.

Massive and freewheeling as well as tight, acutely observed, moving and very funny ... deeply satisfying

Hot Things to Do Now - funny, squirm-inducing

Witty and perceptive