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The Space Between Us

From babyhood Eve and Lily were best friends. But one summer apart, one huge fight and 17 years later Eve wakes up from a horrific accident to find her old friend nursing her.

At first, their reunion is tentative - Lily merely doing her duty and Eve distracted by her own pain and grief. But during Eve's many months in hospital they confront both the lies of the past and their present failures. Each sees what the other must do to get a messy life back on track: Lily needs to leave an impossible marriage and Eve has to face up to the pain her actions have caused others.

The crisis that brought Eve and Lily together again seems like a blessing that has given their friendship a second chance when they both most need a true friend. Little do they suspect that it is under a threat that will change the future forever ...

Anna's warmth and humour shine through as she takes the reader on a journey through laughter and tears

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About Anna McPartlin

Anna McPartlin is a novelist and scriptwriter. Her previous incarnation as a stand-up comedian left an indelible mark. She describes herself as a slave to the joke and finds humour and humanity in even the darkest situations. Anna lives in Wicklow with her husband and animals.
Details
  • Imprint: Penguin
  • ISBN: 9780241950142
  • Length: 368 pages
  • Price: £3.99