Frankie
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Graham Norton
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Graham Norton
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'Warm and wise, Frankie is a woman worth getting to know'
BONNIE GARMUS
'I loved Frankie so much. I couldn't stop reading it, but feel bereft now that I've finished'
NIGELLA LAWSON
'A masterclass in storytelling that grabs you by the heartstrings from page one and refuses to let go'
SUNDAY INDEPENDENT
Always on the periphery, looking on, young Frankie Howe was never quite sure enough of herself to take centre stage - after all, life had already judged her harshly. Now old, Frankie finds it easier to forget the life that came before.
Then Damian, a young Irish carer, arrives at her London flat, there to keep an eye on her as she recovers from a fall. A memory is sparked, and the past crackles into life as Damian listens to the story Frankie has kept stored away all these years.
Travelling from post-war Ireland to 1960s New York - a city full of art, larger than life characters and turmoil - Frankie shares a world in which friendship and chance encounters collide. A place where, for a while, life blazes with an intensity that can't last but will perhaps live on in other ways and in other people. But as Frankie's past slowly emerges, her spirit and endurance are revealed as undeniable . . . and unforgettable.
'Fascinating, funny, sad... Every page is intriguing. Once again, Graham shows his class as a writer'
JO BRAND
'I was enthralled by Frankie from page one. It's a beauty. A warm, deeply moving, life-enhancing novel'
SARAH WINMAN
'Frankie is a perfect song of a book and everyone who likes human beings should read it'
ANDREW O'HAGAN
'Immersive, stunningly written, and very emotional - this is a triumph'
JENNIE GODFREY
'Packed with surprises, it's moving, riveting and enriching'
MATT CAIN
'A great sweep of a novel, full of unexpected twists'
LISSA EVANS
* Graham Norton's most recent novel Forever Home was a Sunday Times top 10 bestseller in April 2023, and Frankie was a Sunday Times top 10 bestseller in September 2024.©2024 Graham Norton (P)2024 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
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- Stacey N.
- 01-10-24
Beautiful tale of friendship
This is just the most heartbreaking but beautiful story of friendship love and less.
It felt like being wrapped up in a warm blanket throughout the whole book, which as always, was beautifully read by Graham Norton.
I have read all of Graham Norton books, have loved them all but this one really stood out,
By the end of the story I felt like Frankie had been someone I knew. Please more stories Graham ♥️
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- Miles
- 21-09-24
Fabulous
A captivating read swinging from extremely funny to heartbreaking sadness. Such well-written characters who I quickly grew to love.
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- Lesley Healy
- 01-10-24
A great story, poignant and funny in turns.
I loved Graham's performance. It's such an enjoyable thing to have his books read by the author. I felt like I knew the characters personally.
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- maureen b.
- 01-10-24
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I enjoyed it all. It was such a pleasure. And in the end, it was just right. Graham was able to depict and naive Irish girl very similar to myself wonderful Thank you
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- MidgeyMo
- 23-09-24
Loved
Love grahams narration. He really brings the story alive. Enjoyed going through the decades with Franke.
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- Kaykew
- 15-09-24
The author’s narration was excellent
I have read all the author’s books and really enjoyed this one. Looking forward now to his next book
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- Anonymous User
- 03-11-24
Loved it 🥰
I really enjoyed this book from Graham Norton. I’ve enjoyed all of his books so far but this was my favourite.
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- TinaÃÂ Raven
- 08-11-24
Brilliant book
such a good story really didn't want it to end another triumph for Graham Norton I've read all of his books he never disappoints plus his fantastic narration & characterisation is so believable & entertaining thank you
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- mrs suzanne k samuels
- 19-09-24
Enthralling
I have loved all of Graham Norton’s books and Frankie has not disappointed. The story of Frankie’s life was totally absorbing and very moving. Graham’s wonderful narration just added to the whole joy of this book. I thoroughly recommend this wonderful book.
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- Sinead
- 21-09-24
A great story
Thoroughly enjoyed this book. Loved the narration and the story moving back and forth between the past and present. Highly recommend.
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