by Nick Hornby
First published 2015
Aspiring comedian Sophie Straw escapes her quiet village life to chase her showbiz dreams in the big city. Navigating a colorful cast - a determined agent, a fiery producer, a smitten scriptwriter - Sophie must prove her comic chops to land the role of a lifetime. As her star rises, she grapples with the pitfalls of fame and the changing face of 1960s Britain. Through it all, Sophie's infectious humor and plucky spirit captivate audiences and win over hearts.
Genres: fiction, literary-fiction, contemporary, comedy
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, intimate
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, rags-to-riches
Setting: England, London, London (England)
Period: 20th-century, 21st-century
452 pages · Hardcover · Riverhead Books