Quirky, compelling, unpredictable ... layers peel away almost imperceptibly and the ending is surreal yet believable The Times A charming and compelling novel Observer For the most part it's an uplifting, witty tale, but the ending is wonderfully unsettling, forcing us to consider whether the guidelines we follow really will lead to a more satisfying life Psychologies Compulsively readable, with a silky smooth pace Independent A memorable novel. I loved the pace and verve of Alice's voyage from Shoreditch to suburbia, and the unexpectedness of the story as it swerves past the familiar into a dangerous and beautiful unknown -- Helen Dunmore An intriguing debut ... Landfall takes a gratifying left field swerve Metro Written with pluck and humour Independent Beautifully descriptive, with a cliff-hanger finale Easy Living