Finding Audrey

An outstanding tragicomedy that gently explores mental illness, the lasting effects of bullying, and the power of friends and loving family to help in the healing

Kirkus

Seriously amazing, and amazingly serious, Finding Audrey stands out amongst other books in the YA genre for being realistic, which is my highest praise. I hope Kinsella continues to write for young adults, because we sure do need more books like this on the shelves!

Heart Full of Books Blog (US)

A very enjoyable, uplifting read, with the perfect combination of friendship, anguish, romance and humour; in addition to the determined attitude Audrey takes when facing her illness. I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys a book that will make you laugh (and possibly cry), and leaves you triumphant at its finish.

Our Daily Read Blog (US)

This is an amazing book and I can't recommend it enough. It's fun, it's quick, it's cute, but it also focuses on deeper topics with maturity and responsibility. I can only hope Kinsella writes more for the YA genre.

The Mile Long Book Shelf Blog

Kinsella’s knack for humor and sensitivity shine in a story that should easily expand her already substantial fan base.

Publisher's Weekly

This is a great book which tackles a difficult subject in a light-hearted,positive and sensitive way. I think this could be a book that all teens should read to give them a better understanding of people who live with mental illness.

The Narrative Causality Blog (US)

I utterly fell in love with Audrey and her entire family; such a wonderfully warm, funny heartwrenching and wise read

Jenny Colgan, bestselling author

Kinsella has achieved a great balance in Finding Audrey. Her trademark humour is brilliantly interspersed throughout the pages whilst maintaining respect for the main topic - this is principally due to the fact that it is Audrey's family who are the wonderful source of humour. Finding Audrey is a candid yet warm look at hectic family life through the eyes of a teenager dealing with a mental illness. Kinsella pitches it just right.

My Book Corner Blog (Australia)

A terrific blend of comedy, romance, and psychological recovery in a contemporary YA novel sure to inspire and entertain

Children's Books Council (US)

With her trademark wit and sass, Kinsella sensitively broaches the complexities of young adult mental health.

Booklist

Kinsella has a lightness of touch that means her stories are never in danger of feeling self-righteous or overly-worthy . . . Finding Audrey is a lovely story. There's a little bit of heartache but also a lot of humour. It deals with mental illness very sensitively,

Jill Murphy, The Bookbag

Finding Audrey is engaging from the start

Luna's Little Library

A fresh voice in YA with buckets of charm, heart and warmth. Readers will fall in love with the Turners and develop a soft spot for Audrey. Sophie Kinsella's signature flair is sublime and her trademark British humour was genuinely charming.

I Heart Chick Lit

Smart and touching tale about scared teen Audrey and her friendship with a boy called Linus. A sweet and enjoyable read. ****

Heat

Even with such an emotionally challenging subject [Sophie Kinsella] still manages to infuse her unique brand of humour

Sun

Warm, funny and surprising

Fabulous

Emotional, captivating and ultimately uplifting - buy this for the teens in your life, as well as yourself

Daily Mail

[Sophie Kinsella's] compassionate, insightful take on what it's like to live with anxiety is an eye-opener, but her trademark lightness of touch and gentle humour make it hugely entertaining too

The Lady

Never underestimate Kinsella . . . There are echoes of classic Judy Blume here and it’s all just lovely.

The Debrief

Hits just the right note, finding comedy, without making light of the issues its characters are facing.

Newcastle Herald (Australia)

An enjoyable YA read that adults will love as well.

West Weekend Magazine (Australia)

Sweet, funny and fast-paced.

Brisbane News (Australia)

One of this summer's breakout YA novels

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