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The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers

The hotly-anticipated, extraordinary and unmissable debut novel of 2024

Samuel Burr

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Hardback

Forthcoming
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English
Orion
13 August 2024

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'Utterly beautiful. I adored it' JOANNA CANNON

'Hugely uplifting and wonderful' AJ PEARCE

'A ripping yarn full of warmth and wonder' BETH MORREY

Sometimes finding your place in the world is the greatest puzzle of all...

Clayton Stumper is an enigma.

He might be twenty-five years old, but he dresses like your grandad and drinks sherry like your aunt.

Abandoned at birth on the steps of the Fellowship of Puzzlemakers, he was raised by the sharpest minds in the British Isles and finds himself amongst the last survivors of a fading institution.

When the esteemed crossword compiler, Pippa Allsbrook, passes away, she bestows her final puzzle to him: a promise to reveal the mystery of his parentage and prepare him for his future.

Yet as Clay begins to unpick the clues, he uncovers something even the Fellowship have never been able to solve - and it's a secret that will change everything...
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Readers are loving The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers!

'Absolutely wonderful. A beautiful story of love and friendship' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Quirky and joyful. A delight to read with lovely characters' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'A charming tale. Original and uplifting and an absolute ode to not just friendship but fellowship' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Such a joyful book. A unique storyline, the characters are wonderful and it's really uplifting' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Truly, the most joyous of books!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Imprint:   Orion
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 234mm,  Width: 152mm,  Spine: 30mm
Weight:   562g
ISBN:   9781398712300
ISBN 10:   1398712302
Pages:   368
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Forthcoming

Samuel Burr is a TV producer who has worked on popular factual shows including the BAFTA-nominated Secret Life of 4-Year-Olds. Samuel's writing was selected for Penguin's WriteNow scheme and in 2021 he graduated from the Faber Academy. He previously studied at Westminster Film School.

Reviews for The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers: The hotly-anticipated, extraordinary and unmissable debut novel of 2024

Utterly beautiful, such a wonderful story told with kindness, elegance and understanding. * JOANNA CANNON * A real breath of fresh air, Samuel Burr's debut novel is one of those rare books that seems to arrive just when it's needed the most. * AJ PEARCE * Clever & layered, a secret that keeps you turning the pages, & most of all real, flawed characters. * GEORGINA MOORE * Bursting with love and hope . . . This is the kind of book the world needs right now. * JENNIE GODFREY * From crossword clues and codes to the biggest puzzle of all: who we really are. [This novel] is infused with warmth and a sense of community. A joy. * S.J BENNETT * Fiendishly clever, intricately plotted and beautifully written, The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers is a classic in the making. * VERONICA HENRY * A dazzling and unique debut. * SARAH J. HARRIS * Samuel Burr has created a delightful conundrum that he unpicks with wit and empathy. A puzzle that's a treat to complete! * BETH MORREY * Such a perfect blend of found family . . . A gem of a book. * KRISTEN PERRIN * A warm, clever, hopeful novel. * JENNIE GODFREY * Full of the most enchanting characters * ANTSEY HARRIS * With this book, Burr establishes himself as one of the most important writers of his generation. * AWAIS KHAN * Very special. It's original, quirky and adorable. * MATT CAIN * A lovely read - warm, amusing and engaging. There is abundant pleasure on offer here * ALEXANDER McCALL SMITH, Author of The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency *


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