09/06/2026
Acclaimed author Sally Piper presents an insightful portrayal of women, the unique issues they face, and the importance of their friendships in People Like Us (July 2026).
Following a bitter divorce, Tina Lamb’s entire world came crumbling down around her. Now fifty-five, homeless, and utterly alone, she lives in a caravan on the fringes of the city, determined to make the most of her new beginning.
Lost in life, miserable, and surrounded by unfamiliar neighbours, Tina finds her feet in an unlikely place: caring for Mrs Bell, a wealthy elderly woman. However, there is more to Mrs Bell than what meets the eye – with a highly intelligent and demanding employer, Tina ends up with far more than she’d bargained for. What initially began as a way to support herself (and circumvent the exhausting traditional job market) blossoms into a cherished friendship between two women on drastically different paths in life.
Topical and timely, People Like Us addresses current themes such as housing insecurity, aging, sexism, and family dynamics in a powerful testament to female friendships, vibrant new beginnings, and hope found in unexpected places. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO REQUEST AN INTERVIEW, PLEASE CONTACT:
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