I cried in public (well, on a plane). It’s beautiful - 12/10

The essence of June Whitfield, Joanna Lumley, Celia Imrie, Olivia Colman and Penelope Wilton

This moving, tightly plotted caper is [his] best book yet; moving and beautiful

An essential refuge from the cares of real life

Another witty, charming and hugely entertaining read ... his best yet

Expect intrigue, red herrings and loads of charm

Delivered with the sharp wit that we associate with Osman

Intricate plots, humour and the most endearing cast of characters

Fresh, surprising and very astute on what it's like to live in the public eye.

Riveting, thought-provoking and heart-breaking in equal measure. So inventive and original, and the characterisation was incredible.

L. C. North brilliantly combines delicious, page-turning entertainment with dark themes.

The Ugly Truth is a thought-provoking indictment of modern fame which shines a light in the darkest of places and asks all the right questions. Propulsive reading. Loved it.

Provides a disturbing insight into how the media treats women. A truly five-star read.

A timely and compelling look at celebrity culture wrapped up in a dark, twisty tale!

A rollercoaster ride, thought-provoking, addictive, and satisfying. Highly recommend.

Fascinating morally grey characters, toxic families and an amazing critique on the callous nature of the media. Loved it.

A damning, tragic modern day story told in a unique and thoroughly entertaining way. It holds a mirror up to our dog-eat-dog media and the price we all pay for using real lives as entertainment.

A startling thriller with a sharp edge. Fast and compelling, it leaves you gasping for breath.

A cleverly written page-turner.

Perceptive, thought-provoking and addictive.

The unique format of this book has me intrigued - told via interviews, transcripts and diary entries, The Ugly Truth is a thriller about fame, power and the truth behind the headlines

Are you ready for your new obsession? This thriller captures everything that is toxic with social media and being a celebrity in today's world. Original, fast-moving and a compelling read. A twisting psychological story that will make you look at headlines in a different way.

The Ugly Truth is a rollercoaster of a book that has you hooked from the first page. Original, blistering and brilliant. A triumph.

A terrific thriller, inventively told. You'll want to turn off your phone and hide yourself away until you've turned the last page.

A taut and pacy thriller...North has a masterful approach to a sensitive subject and keeps you hooked.

The most original crime novel you'll read this year.

Perceptive, disturbing, mind-bending, and unafraid to explore the poison that infects families living under the spotlight, this is a gripping read from the first page right through to the final, breath-taking dénouement.