Really Good, Actually

Monica Heisey Fourth Estate £14.99

Despite leading a meagre yet unaffordable life in Toronto, being mired in an unfinished PhD and fast approaching her 30th birthday, soon to be divorced Maggie is doing just fine. Or so she tells herself. But as she works through the various stages of breakup grief, from denial to revenge flings and an ‘activities frenzy’ (axe-throwing, anyone?), it becomes increasingly clear she’s far from OK. Heisey’s screenwriting credits include Schitt’s Creek and her debut novel shares the hit show’s winning mix of sharp wit and affable warmth.