The Break

Marian Keyes Michael Joseph – out now Amy is distraught when her husband Hugh tells her he wants a break – from their Dublin home and their marriage.

So while he jets off to live like a single man, Amy seizes the chance to make the most of her temporary unattached status, unwelcome as it is.

This fabulously entertaining tale is classic Keyes, featuring eccentric characters, enthusiasm for fashion and food, and zingy one-liners.

A contemporary tale with serious issues, alongside smart use of social media – it’s a delightful reminder of why Keyes is the queen of intelligent women’s fiction. DEIRDRE O’BRIEN