The Manuscript is a WILD and wonderful RIDE. The coincidences and “path crossings” of the characters were delicious and while I was reading my partner was constantly asking me “what the hell are you chuckling at?” Usually, that was a moment where one of the coincidences was revealed and gave me a solid punch to the face 😊 Lucy has nailed an incredibly engaging tone in her writing.

Susanne West, Goodreads.com

Bloom combines pace, humour and ferocity with impeccable style.

Adam Courtenay, author

This story will take you on a roller coaster of emotions through the lives of its spectacular set of lifelike characters. There are plenty of heart-in-your-mouth moments that will surprise you and add to the richness of life surrounding the heartache and joy of the characters. Please don’t miss this book. It has a beating heart and a warm soul.

Jo Buchanan, Goodreads.com

I felt like I’d been through the wringer by the end of each chapter! I could not guess what would happen next. Bloom writes such good characters and some are so dreadful it feels kinda fabulous when they’re wiped out. Am I bad for finding that so satisfying?

Kate Bocca, Adelaide.