Not Working

'Warmth and wit jump off the pages, filled with searingly sharp observations,' says the Observer. We all occasionally find ourselves lying awake at night, pondering the directions our lives are heading, don't we?Claire Flannery, more than once, has faced restless nights lately. Perhaps walking out of her job without a clear plan was not the wisest decision. Maybe if she thought before speaking, her mother might answer her calls. Claire wonders if she should be spending more time visiting art exhibitions or staying informed about current events, instead of lounging in her pajamas and entering online contests. Then again, it could be that the perfect solution to life's challenges emerges only when we cease actively searching for it.'Imagine Adrian Mole's diaries penned by a combination of Bridget Jones and Dorothy Parker,' Red describes it. 'It's delightful, humorous, and perfectly reflects its era.' The Irish Times notes, 'Quick-witted and sharp-tongued, Claire captivates as a narrator with whom readers will resonate deeply—simultaneously relatable and distinct.' As the Stylist exclaims, 'I'm about to start knocking on strangers' doors since my friends and colleagues have stopped heeding my recommendation—Not Working is exceptional.'