The People on Platform 5
The People on Platform 5 is being published in over 20 languages.
You can find the UK version here:
And the USA version here:
Nobody speaks to strangers on the train. But what would happen if they did?
“Another totally original, thoroughly enjoyable and satisfying book from Clare Pooley. Full of original characters and wisdom, I absolutely loved it”
Every day at 8:05, Iona Iverson boards the train to go to work. Every day, she sees the same people and makes assumptions about them, even giving them nicknames. But they never speak. Obviously.
Then, one morning, Smart-but-Sexist-Surbiton chokes on a grape right in front of Iona. Suspiciously-Nice-New Malden steps up to help and saves his life, and this one event sparks a chain reaction.
With nothing in common but their commute, an eclectic group of people learn that their assumptions about each other don't match reality. But when Iona's life begins to fall apart, will her new friends be there when she needs them most?
Here are some of the nice things people have said about it…
“A glorious triumph of a novel; warm, funny and moving, with an unforgettable cast of characters”
“Insightful, funny and full of warmth and relatable characters. A brilliant read”
“A gloriously entertaining and completely addictive read. The People on Platform 5 will be sure to steal your heart. Clare Pooley’s writing is astute, wickedly funny, clever and charming. I adore this book”
“This book tackles so many interesting themes, all with Clare’s trademark humour, wonderful writing, and vibrant, loveable characters - Feel-good fiction at its best. It almost made me miss the commute ”