Thrown
The glorious feel-good novel about love, friendship and pottery
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4.0 • 215 Ratings
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- £4.99
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'Oh my GOD, it's GORGEOUS. Funny, warm, all about people. Has the same generosity-of-spirit she does. You'll LOVE it!' MARIAN KEYES
'So full of humour and heart' RICHARD OSMAN
SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER, FEBRUARY 2023
'This story has Sara's voice ringing true throughout. A fresh, cheeky, insightful take on how change can happen through female friendships.' DAWN FRENCH
'I absolutely loved it and adore the characters. Read it immediately!' CLAUDIA WINKLEMAN
'Brilliant... beautiful slice of escapism.' FEARNE COTTON
'A brilliant story of female friendships ... you can't help but hear Cox's voice bounce off the pages.' HEAT
'A glorious debut from Sara, with the feel-good factor.' PRIMA
'Riotous, unpredictable and lovely' JO BRAND
'It's full of priceless pith and whip-crack observation, but has wonderful warmth at its core too.' MEL GIEDROYC
The wise and gloriously big-hearted debut novel from the much-loved broadcaster, Sara Cox
Becky: a single mum who prides herself on her independence. She knows from experience that men are trouble.
Louise: a loving husband, gorgeous kids. She ought to feel more grateful.
Jameela: all she's ever done is work hard, and try her best. Why won't life give her the one thing she wants?
Sheila: the nest is empty, she dreams of escaping to the sun, but her husband seems so distracted.
The inhabitants of the Inventor's Housing Estate keep themselves to themselves. There are the friendly 'Hellos' when commutes coincide and the odd cheeky eye roll when the wine bottles clank in number 7's wheelie bin, but it's not exactly Ramsay Street.
The dilapidated community centre is no longer the beating heart of the estate that Becky remembers from her childhood. So the new pottery class she's helped set up feels like a fresh start. And not just for her.
The assorted neighbours come together to try out a new skill, under the watchful eye of their charismatic teacher, Sasha. And as the soft unremarkable lumps of clay are hesitantly, lovingly moulded into delicate vases and majestic pots, so too are the lives of four women. Concealed passions and heartaches are uncovered, relationships shattered and formed, and the possibility for transformation is revealed.
APPLE BOOKS REVIEW
In Sara Cox’s delightful debut novel, a group of women find comfort in community and inspiring new friendships when they join their local pottery class. Becky, Louise, Jameela and Sheila come together to escape their domestic dilemmas and seek solace in a run-down, crumbling community centre kept alive by a cast of charming local characters. At the helm of the pottery class is Sasha, the handsome teacher who immediately attracts the community centre’s endearing chief organiser Becky. Witty, sharp dialogue ensures Cox’s authentic voice and sense of humour can be felt throughout. Prepare to be left feeling uplifted by this heartwarming comfort read that emphasises the value of finding purpose in community.
Customer Reviews
Suburban humour
Dry humour throughout from Sara Cox. Suburban life leads to a pottery class in the local leisure centre, with loves new and lost featuring in the gossip between the clay and pottery wheels.
Thrown brought back my love for reading
I love Sara as a celebrity, especially how she uses sayings from my world. I’m keen that they’re not forgotten. This book is funny, moving and interesting. I thought the characters were very real, and brought to life beautifully. My only gripe would be it felt like it ended quickly (although I usually read an actual book, so I can better gauge it. I hope Sara’s cracking on with her next book!
A lovely read
A heartwarming look at life and it’s day to day troubles. Delightful storytelling of interesting relationships. Great holiday read.