Iona Iverson takes the same train into London every day and follows a firm rule: no talking to other commuters. She is the glamorous editor of a women's magazine, and she keeps to herself in her seat while quietly studying the people around her. When something happens in her carriage, the rule breaks down, and Iona, along with a small group of regulars who barely knew each other, begins to speak. Clare Pooley builds a gentle, funny story about loneliness, the secrets people carry, and how small kindnesses change lives.
A warm choice for those who like feel-good ensemble fiction with an urban setting. It suits readers who commute, or who enjoy characters slowly becoming friends.
Practical and clear-cut; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Curious Generalist. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2022
- Language
- EN
