Description: Praise for Mr. Chartwell [A] marvellously original, tender and funny debut novel . . . Rebecca Hunt proves herself to be a gifted writer who has no need of fictional realism to deliver profound truths.- The Daily Mail Extraordinary . . . Owing to Hunts robust, intelligent style and the ingenuity and compassion with which she deals with her story, [ Mr. Chartwell ] is very good indeed.- The Daily Telegraph (London) Moving . . . Hunt treats her heavy themes with a light, intelligent touch and writes with a distinctive blend of humour, restraint and insight.- Metro Utterly gripping . . . truly innovative . . . beautifully written . . . One of those novels which knock you sideways with the brilliance of the idea behind it.- Stylist "Please, willingly suspend disbelief and allow Hunts vivid imagination to take you on this exuberant funhouse ride through a week in the lives of Esther, Winston, two matchmakers, the easygoing love interest, and the buttoned-up library director at the House of Commons. VERDICT: Already published in Hunts home country, Great Britain, this debut novel cleverly combines historical detail, a marvelously subtle sense of humor, and the wit of J.K. Rowling to give readers a quirky assortment of characters they can root for with abandon." -- Library Journal (starred review) "A real joy to read: funny, clever and original. A darkly comic debut that hits all the right notes." -- Scotsman "Hunt's concept is intriguing, and she paints a vivid picture of the symptoms of depression." -- Sunday Times "Offers a powerful evocation of depression. Brilliantly original and thought-provoking. She tackles a serious topic with humour and intelligence and marks herself out as one to watch." -- Sunday Express "Inventive and original." -- Grazia "A remarkable debut. These are some of the best evocations of depression youll read." -- Observer "Powerful and original. Rebecca Hunt is a name to watch." - The Bookseller From the Hardcover edition.

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