by KateHarrison (Author)
Tess Leonard thought matrimony was for life, but her husband has decided that their marriage is the relationship equivalent of a starter home: cramped, claustrophobic and something he's definitely outgrown. Now, at thirty-five, Tess is in the biggest mess of her life. Known to all her friends as 'Tip Top Tess' because of her dogged pursuit of the perfect home, the perfect marriage and the perfect career, she's now a candidate for How Clean Is Your House? And it's all because Barney has walked out. But there's a life raft on the horizon: The Divorce Survival Class. It may be uncomfortable, overcrowded and nearly sinking under the weight of excess baggage, but it's a boot-camp for the broken-hearted. Over eight weeks, Tess and her battle-weary classmates will lay bare the darkest secrets of their failed marriages - from the thrills of a threesome to the monotony of monogamy. And course leader William, an alchemist for the unloved and rejected, will turn their lives around in truly spectacular style...THE STARTER MARRIAGE is a delightfully bittersweet comedy of marriage, mistakes and moving on, from Kate Harrison.
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 384
Edition: First Edition
Publisher: Orion
Published: 21 Apr 2005
ISBN 10: 0752868810
ISBN 13: 9780752868813
Book Overview: 'A funny, engaging and bittersweet read about life after the supposedly happy ending. Brilliant.' Mike Gayle 'THE STARTER MARRIAGE captures the ups and downs of thirty-something life and love so beautifully and in such a real way, you'll find yourself wishing you could dash out and meet her characters in the pub when you've finished reading it.' Chris Manby 'I enjoyed it more than any book I've read in a long time - every time I put it down, I couldn't wait to pick it up again. I loved it.' Louise Voss Kate's first novel, OLD SCHOOL TIES, was selected for WHS Fresh Talent 'Starter marriage' is the new buzzword for a first marriage that lasts only a short time and ends in a quick divorce. This is a charming, topical novel.