'One of the funniest, most subtle novels we've had about the hippy era's slow fade to black ... this may be his most affecting emotionally complex novel' (New York Times Book Review)

“Boyle's riveting new novel lays bare the raw reality behind the city-dweller's romantic dream of living at one with nature” – The Times

“Lively, intelligent, wonderfully written” – Observer

“Writing on the top of his form ... hugely enjoyable ... thoroughly gripping” – Daily Telegraph

“One of the funniest, most subtle novels we've had about the hippy era's slow fade to black ... this may be his most affecting emotionally complex novel ... This may be his most affecting and emotionally complex novel” – New York Times Book Review