‘The Split has everything I love in a novel. It’s hilariously funny, it’s so uplifting, and its characters are irresistibly loveable’ Beth O’Leary
‘Full of humour, kindness, cake and a cat, this is the novel to turn to in difficult times’ Katie Fforde
Following a brutal break up, Ally flees to her dad’s house in Sheffield with her ex’s cat (who always preferred her anyway). When she realises Emily isn’t coming to win back either her or the cat, Ally takes to the sofa to mourn the future she’d planned.
After a few days’ grace, her dad calls in reinforcements – Ally’s old friend and first beard, Jeremy. Reunited, the two find solace in each other’s heartbreak and an endless supply of baked goods. But jacked up on sugar and mutual delusion, they concoct a plan to run the half marathon and win back their exes…
This seems like the perfect example of their ability to commit and better themselves. But will their exes be waiting at the finish line, or is there a whole new future on the horizon?
A brilliant, heart-warming and intensely funny story of love, heartache, friendship and family. Perfect for fans of Marian Keyes and Beth O’Leary.
‘A warm, funny, comforting read with such loveable characters!‘ Ruth Jones
‘It’s like meeting Marian Keyes and Dawn O’Porter in a cosy gay pub in Sheffield!’ Matt Cain
‘Funniest book I’ve read in a long time!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review
‘Did NOT disappoint! I’ve laughed, I’ve cried, I’ve felt warm inside!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review
‘A beautiful, honest story which kept me smiling and giggling throughout’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review
‘Absolute pure joy. It hooks you in from the first page’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review
‘A delight to read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review
‘Leaves you feeling all squishy and warm inside’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review
‘Full of humour, kindness, cake and a cat, this is the novel to turn to in difficult times’ Katie Fforde
Following a brutal break up, Ally flees to her dad’s house in Sheffield with her ex’s cat (who always preferred her anyway). When she realises Emily isn’t coming to win back either her or the cat, Ally takes to the sofa to mourn the future she’d planned.
After a few days’ grace, her dad calls in reinforcements – Ally’s old friend and first beard, Jeremy. Reunited, the two find solace in each other’s heartbreak and an endless supply of baked goods. But jacked up on sugar and mutual delusion, they concoct a plan to run the half marathon and win back their exes…
This seems like the perfect example of their ability to commit and better themselves. But will their exes be waiting at the finish line, or is there a whole new future on the horizon?
A brilliant, heart-warming and intensely funny story of love, heartache, friendship and family. Perfect for fans of Marian Keyes and Beth O’Leary.
Hear what everyone’s saying about The Split!
‘A warm, funny, comforting read with such loveable characters!‘ Ruth Jones
‘It’s like meeting Marian Keyes and Dawn O’Porter in a cosy gay pub in Sheffield!’ Matt Cain
‘Funniest book I’ve read in a long time!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review
‘Did NOT disappoint! I’ve laughed, I’ve cried, I’ve felt warm inside!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review
‘A beautiful, honest story which kept me smiling and giggling throughout’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review
‘Absolute pure joy. It hooks you in from the first page’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review
‘A delight to read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review
‘Leaves you feeling all squishy and warm inside’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reader review
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Reviews
A warm, funny, comforting read with such loveable characters - and it actually made me want to start running again!
It's like meeting Marian Keyes and Dawn O'Porter in a cosy gay pub in Sheffield!
An absolute JOY from start to finish. If you're after a smart, funny romcom with characters to root for, this is one for you
Fun, sassy and a joy to read. I loved it!
Guaranteed to have you chuckling, this is a book with heart
This ferociously funny book about family, friendship and finding yourself will give you a warm glow
Perfectly capturing the agony of a break-up, you'll want to wrap them up in a hug, while eating a freshly baked cake
Warm, wise and very funny, The Split is a modern romcom with characters you'll fall in love with. I can't wait to read more by Laura Kay
A hilarious tale of friendship and community
More than just a standard romcom but with gay characters, this nicely written, engaging debut squeezes in ambition, anxiety and cake galore
It's fresh, funny, foodie, and feel-good
A brilliant, heart-warming and intensely funny rom com
A very funny read
A funny, uplifting and intensely human romantic comedy
A heartwarming and unique story of self discovery
Full of humour, kindness, cake and a cat, this is the novel to turn to in difficult times
Charming, funny and thoroughly enjoyable
A brilliant, heartwarming and intensely funny romcom
The Split has everything I love in a novel. It's hilariously funny, it's so uplifting, and its characters are irresistibly loveable
Wise, wonderful and so much fun. I loved it!
The Split is an uplifting, warm and heartfelt story, with a cast of engaging characters who quickly became my friends. A feel-good depiction of love, friendship and family, which is very funny, but with moments of true poignancy too. An absolute must-read
It was pure fun. Heart-warming and adorable
It's rare that a book so important to the literary canon is, at the same time, entertaining, heart-warming, and funny
I adored The Split - a hilarious but oh-so-relatable tale of how not to handle a break-up. It made me laugh and sigh and head out for a run
Such a lovely and heart-warming book. And it's hilarious! ... You'd be hard pushed to find a better group of characters to spend time with