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One week in Cape Cod. The perfect family holiday. What could possibly go wrong...? From the author of We All Want Impossible Things, a raucously funny novel with an unexpected punch about being 'sandwiched' between growing children and ageing parents and the power of change.
Discover the perfect summer read from the bestselling author of We All Want Impossible Things.
'Sandwich is joy in book form. I laughed continuously, except for the parts that made me cry.' Ann Patchett, bestselling author of Tom Lake
'Engaging, frank, funny and moving' Daily Mail
An instant NEW YORK TIMES bestseller One of Barnes & Noble BEST BOOKS STYLIST Book of the Month- 'A gem' GUARDIAN Book of the Week- 'Wise and exquisitely written' GRAZIA Book of the month
One week at golden Cape Cod. The perfect family holiday. What could possibly go wrong?
For the past two decades, Rocky has looked forward to her family's yearly escape to the beach.
The humble, quirky house they rent has been the site of sweet memories, sunny days, shared mishaps and memories. It is a place where her family comes together and Rocky wants to cling to every moment.
Now, sandwiched between her children who are adult enough to be fun but still young enough to need her, and her parents who are ageing but healthy enough, Rocky wants to preserve this precious moment for ever.
But with her body in open revolt and surprises invading her peaceful haven, the seesaw of Rocky's life is tipping towards change...
Praise for SANDWICH-
'If you are after a book to pack on your next holiday, look no further. Here is a novel which will go down as easily as a chilled poolside drink' i Newspaper
'A wonderful book about how families love, disagree, fail one another - and endure' Rachel Joyce, bestselling author of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry
'I stand in awe... it's just perfect' Elin Hilderbrand, bestselling author of Swan Song and The Perfect Couple
'A protagonist like Rocky is so necessary, because a whole generation will now be able to read this wise and exquisitely written story and say I know how you feel.' Guardian
'Will have you laughing through your tears . . . . You'll be screenshotting paragraphs of this heartbreakingly honest novel to send to your friends' Real Simple
'Astute emotional insight and an infectious sense of humour. A gem of a novel' Observer
'I adored this novel and am forcing it on everyone I know - Jenny Colgan, author of The Summer Skies
'Newman is truly a master of taking complex and chaotic human emotion and making sense of it' Guardian
'If you want to laugh out loud, tear up and rush to pull out a book in the 35 seconds between subway stops, this sweet, savory, tenderhearted Sandwich fits the bill, and goes down like (bread and) buttah' New York Times
New York Times bestseller, July 2024
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One week in Cape Cod. The perfect family holiday. What could possibly go wrong...? From the author of We All Want Impossible Things, a raucously funny novel with an unexpected punch about being 'sandwiched' between growing children and ageing parents and the power of change.
Discover the perfect summer read from the bestselling author of We All Want Impossible Things.
'Sandwich is joy in book form. I laughed continuously, except for the parts that made me cry.' Ann Patchett, bestselling author of Tom Lake
'Engaging, frank, funny and moving' Daily Mail
An instant NEW YORK TIMES bestseller One of Barnes & Noble BEST BOOKS STYLIST Book of the Month- 'A gem' GUARDIAN Book of the Week- 'Wise and exquisitely written' GRAZIA Book of the month
One week at golden Cape Cod. The perfect family holiday. What could possibly go wrong?
For the past two decades, Rocky has looked forward to her family's yearly escape to the beach.
The humble, quirky house they rent has been the site of sweet memories, sunny days, shared mishaps and memories. It is a place where her family comes together and Rocky wants to cling to every moment.
Now, sandwiched between her children who are adult enough to be fun but still young enough to need her, and her parents who are ageing but healthy enough, Rocky wants to preserve this precious moment for ever.
But with her body in open revolt and surprises invading her peaceful haven, the seesaw of Rocky's life is tipping towards change...
Praise for SANDWICH-
'If you are after a book to pack on your next holiday, look no further. Here is a novel which will go down as easily as a chilled poolside drink' i Newspaper
'A wonderful book about how families love, disagree, fail one another - and endure' Rachel Joyce, bestselling author of The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry
'I stand in awe... it's just perfect' Elin Hilderbrand, bestselling author of Swan Song and The Perfect Couple
'A protagonist like Rocky is so necessary, because a whole generation will now be able to read this wise and exquisitely written story and say I know how you feel.' Guardian
'Will have you laughing through your tears . . . . You'll be screenshotting paragraphs of this heartbreakingly honest novel to send to your friends' Real Simple
'Astute emotional insight and an infectious sense of humour. A gem of a novel' Observer
'I adored this novel and am forcing it on everyone I know - Jenny Colgan, author of The Summer Skies
'Newman is truly a master of taking complex and chaotic human emotion and making sense of it' Guardian
'If you want to laugh out loud, tear up and rush to pull out a book in the 35 seconds between subway stops, this sweet, savory, tenderhearted Sandwich fits the bill, and goes down like (bread and) buttah' New York Times
New York Times bestseller, July 2024
Catherine Newman is known for her nonfiction, and her debut novel, We All Want Impossible Things was published to acclaim in 2021. I think Sandwich is even better, and thus far, it’s my favourite book of 2024.
Rocky (Rachel), at 54, is literally sandwiched between generations – her young adult children, Willa and Jamie, and her ageing parents. Rocky and her husband Nick are looking forward to their annual week-long trip to Cape Cod. For over 20 years, since the children were preschoolers, the family has rented the same house with its never-changing décor and finicky appliances. Her children now live away from home, and Rocky cherishes her time with them. Jamie’s longtime girlfriend, Maya, is also joining them. And Rocky’s parents will stay for a few days.
Willa, at 21, flips between asserting her independence, reprimanding her parents for using politically incorrect terms, then jumping into her parents’ bed and talking to Rocky for hours. They have a lovely, warm relationship, and it’s some of Willa’s questions that set Rocky thinking back to the time when the children were young – both the joys and the day-to-day stress. When Jamie’s girlfriend Maya reveals a secret to Rocky this also causes her to revisit some difficult and traumatic events.
With Rocky’s parents thrown into the mix, she becomes aware of their diminishing health, which they are quick to brush off. But before a dramatic end to their visit, her father casually reveals a shocking piece of family history. And Rocky also has a secret that she might finally be able to share with her husband.
Newman uses humour in her writing – she is so skilful that one moment I was laughing, and the next, gasping at a revelation. She has been compared to another of my favourite authors – Katherine Heiny. While it’s easy to read, Sandwich addresses integral issues of women’s rights and promises robust discussion.
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