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The Truth of Us by Sara Cox

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The Truth of Us

Author
Sara Cox
Narrator
Sara Cox
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton
Publish Date
16 July 2026
Run Time
10 hours 8 minutes
Format
Audiobook
Genre
Contemporary lifestyle fiction, Modern and contemporary fiction: literary and general

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What to expect

'Like all great storytellers Sara pulls the reader in and doesn't let go until the utterly satisfying, heart-swelling conclusion' Graham Norton
'Utterly brilliant. I inhaled it. I loved it' Claudia Winkleman
'Unputdownable' The Sunday Times

FRIENDS ARE THE FAMILY YOU CHOOSE.

Manchester, 1982. The houses on the street are almost identical but number 51 has always been slightly neater, a shiny penny next to number 49. The people inside have their differences too but still their lives are entwined, most especially for young girls Abi and Christy. From questionable fashion choices, illicit nights out and doomed romances, growing up together they share everything. Including the secret that eventually tears them apart.

Two decades later, Abi's life is one of marriage, family and stability. Christy, always the wilder of the two, has travelled and partied and risen high in the world of TV. Until, unexpectedly, they're living next door to each other again. Is it finally time to confront the past and speak the truth?

The Truth of Us showcases Sara Cox's superb storytelling skills in an unforgettable story that spans generations but always stays truthful to the strong, funny and complex women at its heart.

Readers are obsessed with The Truth of Us:

'I love, love, loved this! It was funny, sad, uplifting, and thought provoking!' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'All I'm going to say is there flipping well better be a follow up book to this. What a great story of friendship, love and all that life brings . . . I absolutely loved this book. Sara Cox, you are a genius.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Sara Cox knows female friendships and "ride or die" . . . a book that draws you in and keeps you reading.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Written with the wit and humour that you would expect from Sara Cox . . . a wonderful life-affirming story that takes you on an emotional journey, but one you are so pleased to have been a part of.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'I loved this! . . . I was gripped.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Heart-warming in places, heart-breaking in others. A feel good book. Highly recommended.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Critics Review

  • So warm, moving and brilliantly evocative

    Jenny Colgan

  • Full of Sara's unique wit, warmth and wisdom. I just love her writing

    Mel Giedroyc

  • Unputdownable

    The Sunday Times

  • Praise for Sara Cox:
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  • A warm and moving dive into childhood secrets, shot through with the wonder of female friendships. Imbued with laughs and constant surprises

    Jo Brand

  • A gorgeously written story of starting over, secrets, friendship... and going wild in the country

    Lucy Diamond

  • Gorgeous! Warm and funny and brimming with tenderness and heart

    Graham Norton

  • Full of Sara Cox's natural warmth and wit

    Prima

  • Relatable, observant and funny . . . Great music references too!

    Woman & Home

  • A thoughtful, witty family drama

    Yorkshire Post

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Details
Author
Sara Cox
Narrator
Sara Cox
Duration
10 hours 8 minutes
Release Date
16 July 2026
ISBN
9781399737753
Format
Audiobook
Publisher
Hodder & Stoughton
Genre
Contemporary lifestyle fiction, Modern and contemporary fiction: literary and general

Synopsis

'Like all great storytellers Sara pulls the reader in and doesn't let go until the utterly satisfying, heart-swelling conclusion' Graham Norton'Utterly brilliant. I inhaled it. I loved it' Claudia Winkleman'Unputdownable' The Sunday TimesFRIENDS ARE THE FAMILY YOU CHOOSE.Manchester, 1982. The houses on the street are almost identical but number 51 has always been slightly neater, a shiny penny next to number 49. The people inside have their differences too but still their lives are entwined, most especially for young girls Abi and Christy. From questionable fashion choices, illicit nights out and doomed romances, growing up together they share everything. Including the secret that eventually tears them apart.Two decades later, Abi's life is one of marriage, family and stability. Christy, always the wilder of the two, has travelled and partied and risen high in the world of TV. Until, unexpectedly, they're living next door to each other again. Is it finally time to confront the past and speak the truth?The Truth of Us showcases Sara Cox's superb storytelling skills in an unforgettable story that spans generations but always stays truthful to the strong, funny and complex women at its heart.Readers are obsessed with The Truth of Us:'I love, love, loved this! It was funny, sad, uplifting, and thought provoking!' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'All I'm going to say is there flipping well better be a follow up book to this. What a great story of friendship, love and all that life brings . . . I absolutely loved this book. Sara Cox, you are a genius.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Sara Cox knows female friendships and "ride or die" . . . a book that draws you in and keeps you reading.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Written with the wit and humour that you would expect from Sara Cox . . . a wonderful life-affirming story that takes you on an emotional journey, but one you are so pleased to have been a part of.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I loved this! . . . I was gripped.' NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Heart-warming in places, heart-breaking in others. A feel good book. Highly recommended.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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