Laura the Explorer

'HILARIOUS (like, snorting-out-loud-in-public hilarious)’

Divorced from her high-school sweetheart at twenty-seven, Laura Baker finds herself single for the first time in her adult life, her now-gay ex-husband the only man she’s ever slept with.

Looking for a fresh start, Laura moves into an apartment on Sydney's Northern Beaches where her two new eclectic roommates convince her that she needs to get herself out there and start dating (and sleeping with) as many men as possible.

But as Laura’s fun new lifestyle kicks off, her work ethic begins to slip. Her mum won’t stop pestering her about her biological clock and trying to set her up with Eric from the pub. And to make things even worse, the volleyball-playing guy with the sky-blue eyes and rippling muscles that Laura has become infatuated with is hiding a secret that could shatter her world.

Amidst all the change in her life, Laura is forced to confront one crucial question: does she even know who she is anymore or how to be happy?

A fast-paced, fly-on-the-wall account of one woman's hilarious adventures in the contemporary Sydney dating scene. Perfect for fans of Sophie Kinsella and Sex and the City.

What readers are saying about Laura the Explorer:

'Readily readable and highly entertaining.' The BookLife Prize

‘Such an entertaining read! I love Laura as a character, and her adventures made me laugh (literally out loud). If you like Sophie Kinsella - you'll love this book. Highly recommended!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

‘Hilarious, heartwarming and fun! I read this book cover to cover in one sitting, the lives of Laura and her friends drew me in from the start!’ Amazon reviewer

'A modern day Australian Sex and the City, crossed with The Wrong Girl by Zoë Foster Blake ... Laura the Explorer is an insightful, hilarious and fun journey into the modern dating world.' Mrs B's Book Reviews

‘Very fast-paced and enjoyable. Plenty of laugh-out-loud moments!’ Goodreads reviewer, 5 stars

‘This is Sarah’s debut book and it certainly doesn't seem like one. It flows so well and I was able to get caught up in the story and I was rooting for Laura to get her happy ever after.’ Goodreads reviewer

‘A nice & easy beach read right in time for summer.’ @WhatJaneRead via Instagram

‘Such a fun, light hearted and hilarious read … Sarah really knocked it out of the park and I can’t wait to read more of her work in the future.’ Lizz Reads

‘Snappy, witty and easy to read. Laura’s various romantic encounters were HILARIOUS (like, snorting-out-loud-in-public hilarious)’ @Katie.Reads.Things via Instagram

‘Flirty, funny and full of vibrant characters … The writing has an easy, breezy feel that matches the beachside setting, and I very much enjoyed the dialogue throughout – it felt both authentic and fun. Begg’s style sits alongside Sunni Overend, Ali Berg and Michelle Kalus, and Helen Hoang in the comic romance genre.’ Where The Books Go