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THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER

'It is hard to imagine a more timely novel. A fascinating exploration of all sides of a particularly knotty, politicized issue.' Jodi Picoult

'A knock-out twist' Gillian McAllister

'Will have book clubs across the country in hot debate! Brilliant.' Clare Mackintosh

****

Two best friends

Elizabeth and Bryony are polar opposites but their unexpected friendship has always worked. They're the best of friends, and godmothers to each other's daughters - because they both trust that the safety of their children is their top priority.

One little secret

Little do they know that they differ radically over one very important issue. And when Bryony, afraid of being judged, tells what is supposed to be a harmless white lie before a child's birthday party, the consequences are more catastrophic than either of them could ever have imagined.

Every parent's worst nightmare . . .

****

'Compelling and nuanced. A hugely impressive page-turner' Ashley Audrain

'Really beautifully written, compassionately told and incredibly thought provoking. A truly immersive telling of both sides of a story' Susan Lewis

'Insightful, compassionate and nuanced. The Herd is so good.' Louise O'Neill

'A genuine rollercoaster that asks big moral questions with beautifully drawn characters.' Sharon Horgan, co-creator of CATASTROPHE


Here's what readers are saying about The Herd:
'A timely and dramatic novel showing both sides of an ongoing debate. Loved this read!' *****
'Such a genuine tale with such high stakes emotion and sensitivity' *****
'A fantastic, thought-provoking and gripping book which would make a cracking book club read' *****
'A complex, layered, wholly character-driven look at a complicated and controversial subject' *****



Trade Review
It is hard to imagine a more timely novel. A fascinating exploration of all sides of a particularly knotty, politicized issue * Jodi Picoult, NYT bestselling author of WISH YOU WERE HERE *
Controversial, addictive and clever, and the characters are so multi-layered and complex they are wholly believable. * Woman & Home *
Wow! What an incredible book, and so timely. I was riveted! Really beautifully written, compassionately told and incredibly thought provoking. A truly immersive telling of both sides of a story. * Susan Lewis *
Fans of Liane Moriarty will love it! * Stella *
Will have book clubs across the country in hot debate! Brilliant. * Clare Mackintosh *

The Herd: the unputdownable, thought-provoking

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      Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd
      Publication Date: 15/09/2022
      ISBN13: 9781529176919, 978-1529176919
      ISBN10: 1529176913

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER

      'It is hard to imagine a more timely novel. A fascinating exploration of all sides of a particularly knotty, politicized issue.' Jodi Picoult

      'A knock-out twist' Gillian McAllister

      'Will have book clubs across the country in hot debate! Brilliant.' Clare Mackintosh

      ****

      Two best friends

      Elizabeth and Bryony are polar opposites but their unexpected friendship has always worked. They're the best of friends, and godmothers to each other's daughters - because they both trust that the safety of their children is their top priority.

      One little secret

      Little do they know that they differ radically over one very important issue. And when Bryony, afraid of being judged, tells what is supposed to be a harmless white lie before a child's birthday party, the consequences are more catastrophic than either of them could ever have imagined.

      Every parent's worst nightmare . . .

      ****

      'Compelling and nuanced. A hugely impressive page-turner' Ashley Audrain

      'Really beautifully written, compassionately told and incredibly thought provoking. A truly immersive telling of both sides of a story' Susan Lewis

      'Insightful, compassionate and nuanced. The Herd is so good.' Louise O'Neill

      'A genuine rollercoaster that asks big moral questions with beautifully drawn characters.' Sharon Horgan, co-creator of CATASTROPHE


      Here's what readers are saying about The Herd:
      'A timely and dramatic novel showing both sides of an ongoing debate. Loved this read!' *****
      'Such a genuine tale with such high stakes emotion and sensitivity' *****
      'A fantastic, thought-provoking and gripping book which would make a cracking book club read' *****
      'A complex, layered, wholly character-driven look at a complicated and controversial subject' *****



      Trade Review
      It is hard to imagine a more timely novel. A fascinating exploration of all sides of a particularly knotty, politicized issue * Jodi Picoult, NYT bestselling author of WISH YOU WERE HERE *
      Controversial, addictive and clever, and the characters are so multi-layered and complex they are wholly believable. * Woman & Home *
      Wow! What an incredible book, and so timely. I was riveted! Really beautifully written, compassionately told and incredibly thought provoking. A truly immersive telling of both sides of a story. * Susan Lewis *
      Fans of Liane Moriarty will love it! * Stella *
      Will have book clubs across the country in hot debate! Brilliant. * Clare Mackintosh *

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