Friends You Haven't Met Yet
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Pub Date 25 Feb 2027 | Archive Date 11 Mar 2027
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Description
The uplifting new novel about book lovers, bookshops, and second-chances from the beloved, bestselling author of The Authenticity Project. *Pre-order now!*
'A charming celebration of the importance of bookshops and their power to bring people together'
LIBBY PAGE, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Lido
When you’re lonely, a good book can feel like a friend. But what if it could connect you with someone in real life?
Bookshop owner Jude has always enjoyed finding the perfect book for her customers. But when she sees how a love of the same book can bring people together, she starts using her shop to help people connect. Soon, her book-matchmaking starts to change the lives of everyone around her, from young Harper trying to find love to the elderly ladies who frequent her café.
Before long, perhaps Jude's own life will be changed in unexpected ways too.
Because the right story might lead you to the right person . . .
Readers LOVE Friends You Haven't Met Yet:
'A book to make you laugh, cry and feel more hopeful about life' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
‘Brimming with heart and charm' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
'A story that leaves you smiling' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
‘The ultimate comfort read that has you rooting for the protagonist and all her friends’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
'Characters you fall in love with and want the very best for' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
‘This is one of those “just one more chapter” books’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
‘A novel to treasure for its warm, wise style and deeply human insights’ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
'Five stars don't seem enough for this wonderful book!' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
'Some of the best, authentic characters, who felt like friends by the end' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
'I read this book in two sittings. I could not put it down' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Praise for Clare Pooley:
'A proper good pick-me-up of a book' RUTH JONES, Sunday Times bestselling author of By Your Side
'A celebration of life at every age and stage' JENNIE GODFREY, bestselling author of The List of Suspicious Things
'Warm, witty perfection' Good Housekeeping
'Breezily entertaining' The Times
'Characters that spring to life off the page' The Independent
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781787637122 |
| PRICE | £16.99 (GBP) |
| PAGES | 364 |
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Featured Reviews
Michelle N, Reviewer
An easy 5 stars.
I absolutely adored every character, maybe with the exception of Bella.
Jude runs a bookshop but is not making much money. She is also a single parent to son Billy.
We have the three ladies, Well, Sita and Mo, who are The Algorithm.
After Harper has her meltdown after yet another disastrous date, a book table is set up where each person can put their chosen book in the hope of either finding friendship, love or whatever they are looking for.
We are also introduced to Finn, who helps spread the word on socials and Robert, who becomes Jude's accountant.
Each character has a unique story to tell, and I absolutely loved it.
Clare has a gift of writing interesting characters, and she brilliantly brings them together.
Highly recommend
Thanks to Random House uk Bantam Publishers for the invitation to read this in return for an honest review.
Heather H, Reviewer
A 5 star read for me. A delightful story.
Jude owns an independent bookshop - she has a little boy and is recovering from the loss of her partner. Her landlord gives her an ultimatum - purchase the bookshop or close.
She needs more customers and ideas to make a profit - she sets up a Table of Possibilities where people can be connected through their book choices. As people are linked and lives changed, Jude is helped to see future possibilities for herself and her bookshop.
A story of friendship, community and finding connection in unexpected places.
Lovely characters - I enjoyed learning more about Jude, Harper, Finn, Robert, Nell, Sita and Mo and Heathcliff, the dog, of course!
One to be recommended.
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