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The Couple

By: Helly Acton
Narrated by: Laura Aikman
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About this listen

The author of The Radio 2 Book Club Pick The Shelf returns with a new hilarious, thought-provoking and funny novel.

Millie is a perfectionist. She's happy, she's successful and, with a great support network of friends and family (and a very grumpy cat), she's never lonely. She loves working at a big tech firm and is on track be promoted to her dream role. The last thing she needs is romance messing up her perfectly organised world.

Besides, normal people just don't have romantic relationships. Everyone knows that being in a couple is a bit . . . well, odd. You know, like having a pet snake or referring to yourself in the third person. Why rely on another person for your own happiness? Why risk the humiliation of unrequited love or the agony of a break-up? No, Millie is more than happy with her conventional single life.

So, when Millie lands a new project at work, launching a pill that prevents you falling in love, it seems like the opportunity of a lifetime. That is, until she starts working with Ben. He's charming and funny, and Millie feels an instant connection to him.

Will Millie sacrifice everything she believes in for love?

©2020 Helly Acton (P)2020 Bonnier Books UK Contemporary Funny Witty Feel-Good

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Critic reviews

"Genius, funny and thought-provoking. 5 stars." (Carrie Hope Fletcher)

"So clever. I loved it." (Sophie Cousens)

"Funny and clever. I loved every single line." (Lucy Vine)

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I loved the unusual angle of the story the humour and belief that love will win out!

an unusual approach to love

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I actually really enjoyed the concept of this book. I liked the way things were flipped 180. It's really important that in today's society, we understand that being single is fine and that it's actually preferable to many people. This book definitely made me laugh and also that I should be more independent at times. Great story.

Very Entertaining

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Great clever storey and excellent narration. First book of this author and just bought the next one!

Different

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A book you don't want to end. Characters that feel like a favourite old cardy.

Feel good, happy read

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I really enjoyed the topic and it made a nice change to have everything turned on its head for a new perspective on romance! Although very predictable & unsurprising, it was an enjoyable & easy rom-com listen.

Thought provoking but lovely

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