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'' A writer with heart, soul, and a dark and naughty wit'' Observer

What happens when ''doing good'' is no longer enough?

''A convincing, moving account of man''s struggle with faith, marriage and morality'' Sunday Times

On a clear, crisp summer''s day in Cornwall, a young man carefully prepares to take his own life, and asks family friend, Barnaby Johnson, to pray with him. Barnaby - priest, husband and father - has always tried to do good, though life hasn''t always been rosy. Lenny''s request poses problems, not just for Barnaby, but for his wife and family, and the wider community, as the secrets of the past push themselves forcefully into the present for all to see.

''Beautifully written'' Times

What readers love about A PERFECTLY GOOD MAN:

''A most engaging novel, keenly observed, often witty, and beautifully written'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

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A writer with heart, soul, and a dark and naughty wit, one whose company you relish and trust * Observer *
A writer with heart, soul, and a dark and naughty wit, one whose company you relish and trust * Observer *
This being Gale there's a compelling tale to be told . . . a convincing, moving account of man's struggle with faith, marriage and morality * Sunday Times *
This being Gale there's a compelling tale to be told . . . a convincing, moving account of man's struggle with faith, marriage and morality * Sunday Times *
A thoughtful and moving novel about love, morality and faith. Marvellous * Mail on Sunday *
A thoughtful and moving novel about love, morality and faith. Marvellous * Mail on Sunday *
A heartfelt, cleverly constructed read * Independent on Sunday *
A heartfelt, cleverly constructed read * Independent on Sunday *
Beautifully written * The Times *
Beautifully written * The Times *

A Perfectly Good Man

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    Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
    Publication Date: 19/04/2018
    ISBN13: 9781472255426, 978-1472255426
    ISBN10: 1472255429

    Description

    Book Synopsis

    '' A writer with heart, soul, and a dark and naughty wit'' Observer

    What happens when ''doing good'' is no longer enough?

    ''A convincing, moving account of man''s struggle with faith, marriage and morality'' Sunday Times

    On a clear, crisp summer''s day in Cornwall, a young man carefully prepares to take his own life, and asks family friend, Barnaby Johnson, to pray with him. Barnaby - priest, husband and father - has always tried to do good, though life hasn''t always been rosy. Lenny''s request poses problems, not just for Barnaby, but for his wife and family, and the wider community, as the secrets of the past push themselves forcefully into the present for all to see.

    ''Beautifully written'' Times

    What readers love about A PERFECTLY GOOD MAN:

    ''A most engaging novel, keenly observed, often witty, and beautifully written'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

    Trade Review
    A writer with heart, soul, and a dark and naughty wit, one whose company you relish and trust * Observer *
    A writer with heart, soul, and a dark and naughty wit, one whose company you relish and trust * Observer *
    This being Gale there's a compelling tale to be told . . . a convincing, moving account of man's struggle with faith, marriage and morality * Sunday Times *
    This being Gale there's a compelling tale to be told . . . a convincing, moving account of man's struggle with faith, marriage and morality * Sunday Times *
    A thoughtful and moving novel about love, morality and faith. Marvellous * Mail on Sunday *
    A thoughtful and moving novel about love, morality and faith. Marvellous * Mail on Sunday *
    A heartfelt, cleverly constructed read * Independent on Sunday *
    A heartfelt, cleverly constructed read * Independent on Sunday *
    Beautifully written * The Times *
    Beautifully written * The Times *

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