Praise for THE MAKING OF US

“Jewell’s moving novel immerses readers in the lives of these unique characters through the universal themes of family and a search for belonging. Jewell has written a compelling and entertaining novel.” --Publishers Weekly

“An engaging tale of choices made and not made, families lost and families gained, this should appeal to fans of Jewell’s work as well as such authors as Jodi Picoult.” --Booklist

"Compelling and heartbreaking... I couldn't put it down." --Jojo Moyes, author of The Last Letter From Your Lover

“Filled with heart and humor, this latest from British bestseller Jewell raises all those big questions about identity, family and fitting in.” --Kirkus Reviews

"Jewell has completely upped her game with this beautifully observed novel." --Heat Magazine (UK)

"A spirited novel of identity, love, and loss," --Woman & Home (UK)

"This is an emotional and clever read, so good that I practically inhaled it in just a couple of sittings." --Daily Mail (London)

"Lisa Jewell gets into the hearts of realistic characters in her latest work." --Star (UK)

"Up your personal happiness quota with the fab new read from Lisa Jewell." --Grazia (UK)

"Jewell takes her writing to a new, more sophisticated level." --Glamour (UK)

"Classic Lisa Jewell fiction, that won’t disappoint." --Essentials (UK)

"This is a tear-jerking emotional chick-lit at its best…The Jewell in the crown of this week’s offerings." --News of the World (UK)

"Jewell at her sparkling best." --Independent (London)

"A heart-wrenching premise – beautifully developed with layers of light, shade, joy and sadness – this will enthrall Jewell fans." --Daily Record (Scotland)

Praise for After the Party:

“Lisa Jewell’s writing is like a big warm hug, and this book is a touching, insightful, and gripping story which I simply couldn’t put down.” –Sophie Kinsella

"Flipping between their perspectives and illuminating their desires, fears, and sometimes clumsy actions, [After the Party] entertainingly marches its characters along the path to finally growing up." --Booklist

“Jewell’s easy prose and storytelling ability make for a pleasant trip. Engaging.” --Kirkus Reviews

“Lisa Jewell has beautifully created realistic and believable situations… seamlessly plotted, brilliantly written with fully crafted characters … a joy to read, a joy to share.” --Novel Chatter (blog)

“The characters are more than realistic…kept me on the edge of my seat, and I couldn't put it down until I finished it." --Throwing Books (blog)

“A wonderful and exciting story about true love and how doubt is always a factor in even the best of relationships. This was a great book, completely beautiful, having the ability to teach valuable life lessons.” --Great Minds Think Aloud (blog)

"Jewell picks out everyday moments from real life with beautiful and imagery packed words. Perhaps the difficulties of true love should be written about more often, because I found so much truth in this book.” --Life, Lyrics, Lemon Cake (blog)

“A story that was heart wrenching but honest…this book will keep you hooked until the end.” --Kritter's Ramblings (blog)

“I kept thinking "this is so real - I know couples who have had these same issues". This is just a wonderfully written story full of emotions that is perfect for this time of year! If you enjoy Madeleine Wickham, Harriet Evans or Hester Browne, you are going to adore this author as well.” --Book Hounds (blog)