Such a lovely, charming read, full of flawed yet endearing characters, with the most uplifting, bittersweet ending

- Beth Morrey,

I loved this book! It's so special and memorable - a complete joy to read. It's an uplifting and heartfelt story about the power of human connection, friendship, and kindness to strangers. It's tender, heartwarming and simply impossible to put down. This is a must-read - a sure-fire hit that everyone will be talking about

Sarah J. Harris

The Girl on the 88 Bus is a gorgeous story that's equal parts heart-breaking and heartwarming. A reminder that love is unwavering and ageless and will always carry us through. Freya Sampson is a brilliant writer

Lia Louis

Heartwarming, gorgeously written and I fell instantly in love with the quirky cast of characters

- Jessica Ryn,

This is Freya Sampson at her best. Beautifully formed characters with a plot that stirs the soul and makes you feel good to be alive. Sampson has such a wonderful knack for writing gorgeous inter-generational characters and you'll be rooting for every one of them in The Girl on the 88 Bus. I loved it so much, I kissed the final page

- Hannah Tovey,

A heartwarming story which kept me guessing until the very end. Freya Sampson has created a wonderful, multi-generational cast of characters who are united in their shared cause. It had me sobbing in places, but ultimately left me warm, cosy and wonderfully uplifted

- Laura Price, author of Single Bald Female,

The Girl on the 88 Bus is one of the loveliest novels I've read. Gorgeously written, it's brimming over with hope, inspiration, and endearing humour. I completely adored this wonderful, warm hug of a book

- India Holton,

Bursting with hope, the most endearing cast of characters, and love in all forms, The Girl on the 88 Bus is heartwarming perfection - I never wanted it to end

- Libby Hubscher,

This book feels like a long, warm hug. Although it's not without its sad moments, it's an ultimately uplifting tale of community and friendship which explores both the lives we didn't get to live, and the lives we did live, and loved anyway

- Victoria Scott,

It's hard to think of another book quite as delightful as this one. The Girl on the 88 Bus is basically the best hug in the world in book form. It's a story about love and second chances and the best kind of unlikely friendships. Pick up this book if you're yearning for some joy in your life!

- Jesse Sutanto,

The Girl on the 88 Bus is irresistible! I didn't so much read this book as inhale it. It's so sweet and tender, with such loveable characters, that I couldn't stop reading. A real delight

- Tracy Rees,

A delightful story of hope, friendship and unexpected love, with engaging characters and a few surprising twists and turns. A thoroughly enjoyable ride!

- Hazel Prior,

It's hard to think of another book quite as delightful as this one. The Girl on the 88 Bus is basically the best hug in the world in book form. It's a story about love and second chances and the best kind of unlikely friendships. Pick up this book if you're yearning for some joy in your life!

Jesse Sutanto

The Girl on the 88 Bus is a tender celebration of everyday joys and the magic of friendship. With characters that feel so real you might be sitting next to them on your bus home, Sampson's witty and moving story explores the strength that can be found in connection, and the way that hope can ignite when the right words are spoken at the right time. A book that made my heart smile - I will recommend it far and wide.

- Katie Marsh,

In these chaotic times this is a much-needed story about kindness, the importance of friendship and the wonder of hope. The Girl on the 88 Bus is a delight, a beautiful example of how the ripples from one chance encounter can change many lives for the better. I loved it. Everyone should read this book!

- Jenni Bayliss,

A ray of light!

- Rachel Marks,