Calling Major Tom

Paperback Published on: 29/06/2017
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Calling Major Tom
Quirky and bittersweet
This book is the story of Thomas Major who, after the total failure of his marriage, manages to inveigle his way onto a one-way, one-man, mission to Mars. ... READ MORE
Jane E Skudder

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'I loved everything about it.' Goodreads

'This book made me laugh, cry, giggle and gasp.' Goodreads

'One of my favourite books of the year. Charming and very sweet.' Goodreads

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Heartwarming eBook bestseller - the perfect read for anyone who enjoyed Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine, Together, A Man Called Ove and Matt Haig.

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Forty-something Thomas is very happy to be on his own, far away from other people and their problems. But beneath his grumpy exterior lies a story and a sadness that is familiar to us all. And he's about to encounter a family who will change his view of the world... for good.

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AS FEATURED IN THE GUARDIAN, THE FEEL-GOOD MUST-READ FOR 2018

'Must read' Daily Express

'Utterly irresistible' Sunday Mirror

'Funny, moving, sweetly life-affirming tale' Sunday Express

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'Sheer joy.' Lucy Diamond

'Exactly what everyone needs right now.' Rachel Lucas

'I adored this book!' Ruth Hogan, The Keeper of Lost Things

'A much-needed antidote for these worrying times.' Julie Cohen

'A moving, funny, absorbing hot chocolate of a story.' Daniela Sacerdoti

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What other readers are saying about Calling Major Tom: 'Full and rich characters with all touching my heartstrings. Laughed and cried out loud.' Goodreads

'Oh my goodness, I loved this book so much. It made me laugh and cry, then laugh and cry even more.' Goodreads

'I loved this book. All the characters were lovable, charming and for some my heart broke into pieces.' Goodreads

'This was a lovely read with brilliant characters. I loved Tom. Made me laugh and cry. A lovely pick me up read. I loved the ending too. 5*' Goodreads

Publisher information

  • Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
  • ISBN: 9781409168133
  • Number of pages: 304
  • Dimensions: 199 x 131 x 22 mm
  • Weight: 264g
  • Languages: English

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