Second Best

A Novel

by Jessica Dettmann

On Sale: 12/30/2019

Second Best

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Second Best

A Novel

by Jessica Dettmann

On Sale: 12/30/2019

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About the Book

A hilarious and heartwarming debut that captures the dramas, delights and delirium of modern parenting

Going from one child to two is never all that easy for a family, but when Emma’s husband simultaneously fathers a third child three doors up the street, things get very tricky very fast.

No longer is it enough for Emma to be the best wife and mother. Now she needs to be the best ex-wife and the best part-time parent to her ex’s love child—and that’s before she even thinks about adding a new bloke to the mix.

Set in an upwardly mobile, ultra-competitive suburb, this is a funny, biting, heartwarming modern comedy that looks at the roles we play, how we compete and what happens when we dare to strive for second-best.

 

Critical Praise

“A crisp, sure-footed comedy about parents and stepparents, loyalty and betrayal, perfection and acceptance, and starting all over again.”  — Kate Hilton, author of Just Like Family

“Sharp and crisp and funny. I was dazzled.” — Mia Freedman, author of Work Strife Balance

“Jessica Dettmann is a fine comic writer. She has an eye for the small details, irritations and inspirations of life which coupled with a truly original turn of phrase and great way with a gag makes for sparkling and heart-warming reading.” — Ben Elton, comedian, playwright, actor, director, writer of We Will Rock You

“A refreshing and honest depiction of the delirium of modern family life ... while it is undeniably laugh-out-loud funny, it is also incredibly heartwarming and real.” — Better Reading

“Jessica Dettmann is a very funny writer, and she won me over with her tender take on the chaos that is modern parenting.”  — Ceri Marsh, co-author of The School Year Survival Cookbook

“Heartwarming yet biting.” — Sunday Telegraph

“Full of funny moments, this debut takes a wry look at parenthood, divorce and the messy reality of blended families.” — Who Weekly

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Product Details

  • ISBN: 9781443460118
  • ISBN 10: 1443460117
  • Imprint: HarperAvenue
  • On Sale: 12/30/2019
  • Pages: 368
  • List Price:24.99 CAD
  • BISAC1 : FICTION / General
  • BISAC2 : FICTION / Humorous / General
  • BISAC3 : FICTION / Contemporary Women

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