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Becoming Ted: The joyful and uplifting novel from the author of The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle

Becoming Ted: The joyful and uplifting novel from the author of The Secret Life of Albert Entwistle

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Becoming Ted is a heartwarming, joyous, and surprising story about love, friendship, and learning to be true to yourself. It follows Ted Ainsworth, who has always worked at his family's ice-cream business but has never wanted to work for them. When his husband suddenly leaves him, he is faced with a choice: will he pursue his lifelong dream of becoming a drag queen, or will he take on the responsibilities others have laid out for him?

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 01 June 2023
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group


A captivating, delightful, and unexpected tale of love, friendship, and discovering one's true self, Becoming Ted will undoubtedly win your heart. Ted Ainsworth has always worked at his family's ice cream business in the peaceful Lancashire town of St. Luke's-on-Sea. However, the truth is, he has never desired to work for the family firm - he doesn't even like ice cream, though he has never told his parents that. When Ted's husband suddenly leaves him, the bottom falls out of his world. But what if his heartbreak could lead to an opportunity for Ted to build something new? And to finally put what he wants first. Because Ted has always had another dream. A secret dream. Since childhood, he has always wanted to be a drag queen. As he embarks on his journey of self-discovery, he will soon face a choice. Will he take on the responsibilities that others have laid out for him, or will he choose to pursue his lifelong dream?

Readers are captivated by Matt Cain: One of the best uplifting books of the year. Independent. Wonderful. . . an utter treat. Kate Mosse. A great big hug of a book. Michael Ball. A heart-warming, joyous love story. Adele Parks. I cannot recommend this book highly enough. Lorraine Kelly. This novel is just a bucket of joy. Glamour. So uplifting, original, and funny. Daily Mail. Utterly joyful, you will smile your way through this. Sun.

Weight: 320g
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472291882

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