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Waiting for Ted

Waiting for Ted

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WAITING FOR TED is a novel that explores the destruction of Rosie and Ted's relationship due to an expensive chaise longue. Rosie, from a wealthy background, dreams of being a traditional housewife, but her schemes unravel and she contributes to the breakdown in her parents' marriage. The novel is told through reflections over an evening spent waiting for Ted, revealing that he may not be coming home.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 13 October 2022
Publisher: Cinder House


WAITING FOR TED is a captivating tale that delves into the tragic destruction of Rosalind and Ted's relationship, brought about by an expensive chaise longue. Rosie, hailing from a wealthy and upper-class background, harbours a dream of becoming a traditional housewife, dedicated to nurturing her strong and hardworking partner. She yearns to fulfill her roles as a chef, homemaker, and Instagram influencer, showcasing her perfect life to the world. However, her desire to fill her house with Instagram-worthy possessions leads her to devise intricate schemes, despite Ted's ban on further spending of her father's money until she starts earning a legitimate income.

As the story unfolds, Rosie's reflections over an evening spent waiting for Ted provide a poignant account of her relationships downfall. She reflects on her drifting away from her only friend, whom she never truly liked, her contribution to the breakdown in her parents' marriage, her inability to fully let Ted into her perfect world, and her role in driving them towards their spectacular breakdown.

Gradually, as the narrative progresses, it becomes increasingly clear to the reader that Ted may not be returning home at all. The tension and suspense build as Rosie's schemes unravel, leaving her in a state of emotional turmoil and self-reflection. WAITING FOR TED is a powerful exploration of love, relationships, and the consequences of our actions, offering a thought-provoking and emotionally charged narrative that will leave readers pondering the intricacies of human connections.


Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781915368003

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