Author:Yasmina Reza,Sarah Ardizzone

1 novel. 18 people. 18 lives.
Infinite combinations: families and friends, colleagues and patients, lovers and mourners... But sometimes a crowd is the loneliest place to be.
An award-winning exploration of dreams and disillusionment, love and infidelity from the creator of global theatre sensation Art and God of Carnage.
Fast becoming the hit of the summer... At times it's darkly comic, but there's loss and heartbreak, too
—— Laurel Ives , Style, Sunday TimesReza has a sketch artist's ability to create pictures and atmosphere with a few careful strokes... Bittersweet, yet beautiful to read
—— Daily MailShe has a superpower for zeroing in on each beat of an argument, each buried emotion... Moments of simple joy stand out from the vividly awkward domestic tussles that surround them
—— The TimesSharply observant wit...a rather particular delight...the mistress of subtle detail
—— Louise Jury , IndependentHappy are the Happy is a spiky, brilliantly observed novel about marriage, infidelity, dreams and disillusion
—— Stella Magazine, Sunday TelegraphThe author skillfully peels away the veneer of life to reveal the secrets seething within
—— Anita Sethi , ObserverA funny, caustic book about how we all think we’re so different – when we’re painfully similar
—— Viv Groskop , RedReza has form for nailing relationships in all their joy and ugliness. But she does so with the lightest, sharpest skewer imaginable
—— Harpers BazaarWitty writing and astute observations...a fascinating, yet moving snapshot of the lives of a group of people who are inextricably linked in an intricate web
—— Irish ExaminerFascinating, yet moving...poetically and thoughtfully penned
—— UK Press AssociationReza has set herself a challenge in her latest novel, and she rises to it beautifully
—— EconomistReza's prose is natural, true and steeped in each character
—— The SkinnyOutré and witty
—— Madeleine Kingsley , Jewish ChronicleThis is a deft, shrewd, frequently anguished, occasionally hilarious investigation into the endless ways in which we make ourselves miserable
—— Sarah Crown , The Times Literary SupplementWith implacable wit and a dramatist’s sense of timing, Reza offers snapshots from the psyches of eighteen characters… The tone is wry, warm, and accepting
—— New YorkerAn addictive and intoxicating coming-of-age tale with a dark and serious edge
—— The BooksellerIntense and emotionally charged . . . A fascinating cast and a relentless plot . . . Intriguing
—— The BooksellerA brilliantly gripping and atmospheric novel of sudden revelations as memories surface . . . Characters are vivid and engaging, the plot is compelling and unpredictable and the mood is, in turn, humorous, romantic, magical, dangerous, frightening and haunting
—— MagpiesStylishly written, highly engaging and utterly captivating, The Accident Season heralds the arrival of one the most original and striking voices in YA fiction for decades
—— Daisy Chain Book ReviewsA brilliant, eerie debut
—— MumsnetThere’s a lot of buzz about this book, and I can see why. From the first chapter you’re immediately drawn in. There’s a sense of danger from the outset . . . This is an incredibly haunting debut and I’m looking forward to seeing more from Fowley-Doyle
—— Askews & HoltsThrilling, exciting, twisted, engaging and unique. As a slightly darker book, the storyline keeps the reader on the edge of their seat and eager to read on . . . perfect for someone who enjoys riveting stories and is a must-read for any keen readers like myself
—— Bridie, 15 , Big IssueFowley-Doyle’s stunning debut novel weaves the temporal and the spiritual into a seamless reality, rich in emotional impact . . . Will cast its spell over older teens and adults alike
—— School Library JournalA haunting and atmospheric coming of age story whose offbeat characters and lyrical prose style beguile the reader from the first page. An arresting & memorable debut
—— Peters NewsletterThe whole package: teenage angst (but of course), broken families, strong friendships, a sprinkle of romance and a lot of mystery
—— StarAn extremely cool and quirky science fiction adventure, stacked full of hilarious and fitting pop culture references. Cline has created a fast paced and engaging story using a perfect blend of humour, futuristic tech and video-game like action sequences.
—— Brit Book BoyErnest Cline is a genius in every sense of the word…This was truly wonderful, everything I had hoped it would be, and then heaps and heaps more.
—— Tea and Book ReviewsRelease your inner nerd and rejoice!
—— The Fancy OctopusArmada is a gamer’s fantasy come true.
—— Read at Midnightthriller-like plotting…immensely readable
—— SFXIt’s a hoot, from beginning to end
—— ChristoriaLiterally everything I could ask for
—— Emma's BookeryA highly rewarding journey…thoroughly enjoyable fiction.
—— SF BookArmada is a journey towards emotional intelligence and understanding, a journey towards some questions answered, others posed – huge questions they are too. Armada’s a good ‘un.
—— FrostA surprising thriller, a coming of age, space-fighting adventure which will thrill sci-fi fans and gamers alike.
—— MetroIt is often said that the best novels are those that don’t waste any time – the ones that grip the reader from the very first line. Armada does this better than perhaps any other book I’ve read.This book is a love-letter to the science fiction genre. It’s a concentrated shot of sci-fi nerdery that’s definitely worth experiencing.
—— One Giant ReadArmada is fun, so go enjoy it for the first time… or the second.
—— Geekdad






