Brand New Friend - Mike Gayle

I love Mike Gayle's books. They are so relaxed and easy to read and as they are written by a bloke they give a different perspective compared to the books I usually read. His style is so conversational that it almost feels that you are just having a chat with a mate. I definitely felt like this when I read 'Brand New Friend'. Unsurprisingly, this book is all about friendships, particularly the kind that exists between lads and mainly consists of going down the pub for a pint and talking about a strange array of subjects. It might sound like nothing to anyone else but it's very important to decide who was the best looking screen actress of all time of whether ...  Read the complete review

I've read a few of his now and enjoyed them all. 4.5 stars would suit this nicely. It's difficult to tell if he aims his writing at men or women because he captures both gender's personalities and behaviour so well. Rob is having a tough time, he loves his girlfriend but the move to Manchester from London is a scary prospect. He eventually gives it a go but struggles with how to make friends. Had he not been working from home it might have been easier but without the office then it is that bit harder - although he could've always joined a local gym or something similar. He eventually meets the perfect mate to do all the things with that he was doing with Phil ...  Read the complete review