Good Material

There aren't many authors who could get me excited about a nearly 350 page deep dive into a modern-day breakup, but Alderton write with such an honest, relatable and beautifully ordinary touch that I'd probably devour, annotate and savour even her shopping list.

Good Material follows Andy as he navigates life after being broken up with by his girlfriend, Jen. It clicks off every classic breakup stage; denial, downward spirals, dabbing in new hobbies, drunk calls and rebound attempts - all from the perspective of a 35-year old man.

But, my favourite part comes near the end when Dolly lets us into Jen's mind, offering a fresh perspective that feels like a relief after being immersed in Andy's world for three quarters of the book. Honestly, I wish we had even more of voice, it was by far the most wonderful chapter in the story.

This book is tender, amusing so characteristically Dolly, ultimately lending to my choice of giving this 4 out of 5 stars.