The Mutual Friend is GREAT. Carter Bays is one of the funniest people I know. More importantly though, he always finds the heart and truth in all of his humour. I just loved it. Put down the phones. Unless you're reading The Mutual Friend on it * Jason Segel *
I love this love story! The dialogue is so good, also it's very funny. What more could I want? * Mindy Kaling *
The most extraordinary and beguiling novel I've read in years. Carter Bays weaves together a huge, eclectic cast of messy, imperfect and bewitching characters . . . As soon as I put the book down, I wanted to start reading it all over again * Clare Pooley, New York Times bestselling author of The Authenticity Project *
Sharply observed, smartly-written, and with a captivating cast of characters, The Mutual Friend is the funniest, cleverest, most original novel I've read in years * Matt Dunn *
A completely unique and addictive read with a captivating cast of characters, The Mutual Friend is a memorable, clever novel about connection and love and all the things that make us human. Charming and unforgettable, this story left an impression on my heart. * Holly Miller *
A thoroughly modern and entirely captivating exploration of what it means to be alive in the world today. Funny, sad, romantic, perfect. I finished it and told all my friends to go read it immediately. * Marissa Stapley, New York Times bestselling author of Lucky *
A hugely clever and thoroughly entertaining magic trick of a novel that shows the ways in which we're all connected, both virtually and in real life. This book - with all its wisdom and humor, its detours and surprises - was a total delight. I loved it! * Jennifer E. Smith, author of The Unsinkable Greta James *
A big, heart-squeezing ode to all that matters most, dressed up in the disguise of a fun, juicy ensemble story bubbling over with comically bad dates, career missteps, and awkward adult friendships. You'll laugh; you'll cry; you'll stare out the window and contemplate the meaning of life. I did, anyway * Mary Laura Philpott, author of I Miss You When I Blink *
A novel of New York in a strange time that probes its large and foibled cast with humor, real insight, and sparkling charm * John Hodgman, author of Vacationland and Medallion Status and host of the Judge John Hodgman podcast *
Through his tapestry of characters, Carter Bays beautifully and hilariously captures the connection and isolation at the heart of being a human being, now. This book is like a modern-day War and Peace, without all the boring war parts * Raphael Bob-Waksberg, author of Someone Who Will Love You in All Your Damaged Glory *
A thoroughly modern and entirely captivating exploration of what it means to be alive in the world today. Funny, sad, romantic, perfect. I finished it and told all my friends to go read it immediately * Marissa Stapley, New York Times bestselling author of Lucky *
Sharply observed, smartly-written, and with a captivating cast of characters, The Mutual Friend is the funniest, cleverest, most original novel I've read in years * Matt Dunn, author of A Day at the Office *
This is a rare thing: an original, intelligent novel that's not just a perfect summer beach read, but one that deserves serious awards consideration as well. Put down your phone and pick it up . . . A major accomplishment * Kirkus *
It's a perfect summer read full of warmth, wit and a whole lot of heart * CultureFly *
A good read that will leave you in tears * Sun *
