The Beginning of Everything

'Raw, real, and highly relatable, The Beginning of Everything is a keen observation of humanity and the tenuous nature of modern life. Jess and Gethin's gentle, layered friendship is at the wonderful heart of a warm, witty story about courage, kindness, and love in all its forms. Uplifting, engaging, and extraordinarily insightful!' JULIETTA HENDERSON

'Equal parts hilarious and so worthy, it's a poignant tale of what it means to rebuild after losing everything' JESSICA RYN

'Hugely enjoyable' KATIE FFORDE

For fans of The Keeper of Stories, The Wisdom of Sally Red Shoes, and A Thousand Roads Home, The Beginning of Everything is the story of Jess and Gethin, whose paths cross most unexpectedly. Jess is running, leaving all she knows and everyone she loves behind her, with just a few treasured belongings in her rucksack. She's escaping from the pain and trauma of a bad relationship with a bad man, gone very badly wrong. Gethin's kindness and care take her breath away. They become friends. But with so much hurt in her past, can Jess learn to love and live again?