The Couple: The must-read romcom with a difference

In a society where being single is the norm, Millie is happy and successful. She is partnered with Ben, who is spontaneous, chaotic, and disorganized, and they are tasked with launching a revolutionary new pill that prevents people from falling in love. When Millie starts to develop feelings for Ben, she knows she could lose everything she's ever worked for.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 03 February 2022
Publisher: Zaffre

The author of "The Radio 2 Book Club Pick" and "The Shelf" has returned with a new novel that is both hilarious and thought-provoking. This romcom with a difference explores the concept of being single and in a couple, and challenges societal norms and expectations.

Millie, the protagonist, lives in a society where being single is the norm, and she is perfectly content with her life. She is happy, successful, and has a close-knit group of friends, including her grumpy cat, Bruce. Her life is perfectly organized, and she likes it that way.

However, everything changes when Millie is partnered with a new colleague, Ben. He is everything Millie is not: spontaneous, chaotic, and disorganized. He is also annoyingly attractive. Together, they are tasked with launching a revolutionary new pill that prevents people from falling in love.

As Millie starts to develop feelings for Ben, she knows that she could risk everything she has ever worked for. Will she risk it all for love?

"The Radio 2 Book Club Pick" is a funny and clever novel that explores the complexities of relationships and society's views on love. The characters are well-developed, and the writing is witty and engaging. The novel is also feminist, provocative, and a total joy to read.

Many readers have praised the book for its fresh, funny, razor-sharp take on society's views of relationships. Lucy Vine said, "So clever. I loved it," while Sophie Cousens said, "A fresh, funny, razor-sharp take on society's views of relationships. It's feminist, it's provocative, and a total joy to read." Hannah Tovey also praised the book, saying, "A fresh, funny, razor-sharp take on society's views of relationships. It's feminist, it's provocative, and a total joy to read."

In conclusion, "The Radio 2 Book Club Pick" is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a good romcom with a twist. The novel is hilarious, thought-provoking, and feminist, and it will leave you laughing and thinking long after you finish reading it.

Weight: 292g
Dimension: 129 x 198 x 40 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838773861