Product Description

In a rambling house, failed poet Toby Dobbs has created a refuge for people who need one. But when a quiet tragedy and an unwelcome letter interrupt Toby's sedate existence, he needs his housemates to find some direction in their lives. Leah Pilgrim has watched the tenants of the house over the road for several years, and when the owner of 31 Silversmith Road asks her for advice, he opens the door not only to the eccentric building across the street - but to five lives in various stages of turmoil. Can Toby and Leah help these misfits to grow up, move on and move out? And in doing so, can they make their own dreams come true?

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #109626 in Books
• Published on: 2007-03-01
• Original language: English
• Binding: Hardcover
• 480 pages

About the Author
Lisa Jewell was born and raised in North London, where she lives with her husband and baby daughter. She worked as a secretary before redundancy, a bet and a book deal took her away from all that. She is the author of five huge bestsellers: Ralph's Party, Thirtynothing, One-Hit Wonder, Friend of the Family and, most recently, Vince and Joy, all of which are available as Penguin paperbacks.

Customer Reviews

Disappointing
I used to love Lisa Jewell novels but maybe I've outgrown them or something. I have to admit that I gave up on this half way through. I just didn't care about the characters and it all seemed pretty predictable. I agree with another reviewer who prefers Marian Keyes - there's much more depth to her writing. I'm sure LJ will continue to delight and entertain many readers though. Just not me. Ever again.

Really enjoyable!
I really enjoyed this one. Great characters and a lovely story. Have to say my fave jewell books are still ralphs party and a friend of the family but this was still a treat to read...

Another great book
As with all Lisa Jewell's books, I just didn't want it to end. Great story, great characters. Loved it love it loved it!!!!