On The Edge

Paperback Published on: 22/05/2025
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On The Edge
An absolute joy!
And Sarah has done it again with this total gem! I loved Stepping Up, but loved this one even more - the perfect heartwarming read. This is a gorgeous s... READ MORE
Tilly Fitzgerald
On The Edge
A cosy family drama
This is a charming easy read that skips along nicely. A grandmother dies and decides that she needs to bring the family unit back together, so as part of ... READ MORE
Candace Greatbanks

Synopsis

The hilarious and heart-wrenching new novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author of THE UNMUMSY MUM and Richard & Judy book club pick STEPPING UP. Perfect for fans of Marian Keyes, Sara Cox and Beth O'Leary!

'What a brilliant storyteller Sarah is . . . as well as laughing out loud, I also cried A LOT' --Jennie Godfrey, bestselling author of THE LIST OF SUSPICIOUS THINGS

'A family drama that mixes humour and poignancy' -- Good Housekeeping, 'Best Books to Take on Holiday’

'I loved this book and would have read it in a single day if my kids hadn’t needed attention' 5* reader review

Sometimes, in order to move forward, you need to go back.

Joni’s always felt like an outsider in her blended family, and as an adult she’s done all she can to avoid them. The only person she’s remained close to is her beloved Nana.

When Nana dies, she leaves behind something unexpected: an itinerary of pre-arranged activities for the whole family to complete over the course of a week. After years of trying but failing to bring Joni back into the fold, this appears to be Nana’s parting shot. After all, nothing says ‘family bonding’ quite like abseiling and ballroom dancing.

With marriage and kids on the horizon, the life Joni’s always dreamed of is finally within touching distance. The last thing she wants to do is revisit the past.

But Joni’s about to discover that a lot can happen in seven days. Nana’s Week of Fun is about to change everything…

Praise for Sarah Turner and On the Edge

'Pure joy' Glamour

'Sarah writes so well and creates characters that jump off the page, and On The Edge had me laughing and crying in all the best ways' --Clare Mackintosh, bestselling author of THE LAST PARTY

‘Sarah Turner writes family like no one else. With her trademark humour and insight, Turner creates a colourful world of family secrets and misunderstandings, of arguments and avoidance, while also revealing the love that lies beneath. I loved it.’ --Katie Marsh, author of UNBREAK YOUR HEART

‘On The Edge is warm, funny and truthful about the complexities of families. It’s bursting with positivity, and full of characters the reader can root for.’ --Caroline Hulse, author of THE ADULTS

'Written with such love and heart. Sarah has done an exceptional job of marrying her trademark comedy with deep and raw emotion. I loved it!' --Giovanna Fletcher on STEPPING UP
'Stop EVERYTHING and read this! Funny, tender and beautifully observed. Loved, loved, LOVED it!' --CATHY BRAMLEY on STEPPING UP

'[Sarah Turner's] books are both heartwarming and heartbreaking but always leave you with an uplifting feeling' 5* reader review

'I laughed out loud constantly and cried a little as well. The family are so well put together, they felt familiar and recognisable' 5* reader review

'There were so many relatable moments in the book that really resonated for me and just had me rooting for Joni' 5* reader review

Publisher information

  • Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd
  • ISBN: 9780552177122
  • Number of pages: 320
  • Dimensions: 197 x 129 x 22 mm
  • Weight: 224g
  • Languages: English

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On The Edge
Moving, heartfelt and witty - the group chat!
Joni has always felt out of step with her blended family after her father re-married her then best friend Nick's mother Allie shortly after her mother died... READ MORE
Natalie
On The Edge
Fun and Entertaining
I read this book courtesy of NetGalley. A fabulous light read ideal for taking on holiday which will have the reader laughing whilst also being caring and... READ MORE
Grey Lady
On The Edge
An ultimately uplifting story about the power of healing fractured family dynamics.
REVIEW cw: mentions of addiction, cancer, death, cheating, grief, bullying, misogyny When Phyllis, the matriarch of Joni's family passes away, she leave... READ MORE
AlisAdventuresInLiterature
On The Edge
Superb characters
This was a superb character read featuring Joni who has a difficult relationship with her family, so being forced to spend a week with them as part of her ... READ MORE
Sarah Goldthorpe
On The Edge
I inhaled this book!
I didn't read this book I inhaled it! Joni is our heroine and her beloved Nana has passed away, but as part of her will she has asked that her blended fami... READ MORE
Aileen Clifford
On The Edge
A wonderfully written book about family and grief
This is the second novel from the Unmumsy Mum and I really enjoyed it. It touches on families, love, friendships and grief. Sarah Turner really knows how t... READ MORE
Rachael Derham
On The Edge
An emotional and insightful exploration of family, grief and relationships.
Joni is a planner and an expert avoider of people and situations she can't cope with. Her family is the perfect example, and she has successfully avoided t... READ MORE
Jane Hunt
On The Edge
Wonderful book, fantastically clear characters, highly recommended
I absolutely loved it. I have just flew through this book and adored it. This is a perfect holiday read to just jump into and devour. All the characters ... READ MORE
Victoria Gee
On The Edge
Loved it!
Thanks for the opportunity to read a preview copy. I loved this story of Joni, her dad and the 'blended family'. Nana has died but before her ashes are re... READ MORE
Janet Strellis