Holly thought ending her co-dependent relationship of five-years would be tough. As it turns out, the new rules of singledom are even harder to play by.

Suddenly, she’s navigating love-bombers, f*ckboys, and the literal bin-fire that is modern dating. Thankfully, she has the world’s least-qualified, most dysfunctional support group by her side.

Together, they try to make better choices and stop falling for covert narcissists.

As Holly soon discovers, a break-up shared is a break-up halved. But figuring out who you even are on your own is a whole other ordeal…

Warm and painfully relatable, this laugh-out-loud love story celebrates friendship, neurodiverse dating, and refusing to settle.

Sincerely yours, The Break-up Club.

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'Full of humour, compassion, and the odd twist… Will cheer up anyone who has experienced a rotten break-up' ★★★★★

'Had me chuckling out loud' ★★★★★

'The funniest and most enjoyable romance novel I've read all year! Fantastically witty and charming' ★★★★★

'Made me feel part of such a close-knit community' ★★★★★

'Fearlessly funny… A rare 5 stars ' ★★★★★

'Delightful from start to finish… Authentic, lovable' ★★★★★

'TBUC is a warm hug for anyone who's had a 'mare with their ADHD, their ex, and life more generally – and, amazingly, it's a club you'll actually want to be a part of.' Kat Brown

‘A laugh-out-loud examination of heartbreak, single life and how it’s your friends who pull you through. I absolutely loved it.’ Josie Lloyd

'No run of the mill millennial romcom… This found family of four friends are a riot of broken brains and tough truths, demanding the impossible of love and romance – and damn well getting it. With an unwavering grip on what we really want from love, Mathias has written a novel that will have you grinning as you wipe away the tears. Barnstorming, boisterous and brilliant, The BUC is one gang you absolutely need to belong to.' Rishi Dastidar

‘Made me want to break up with someone, just so I could join the club immediately. Part comedy, part self-help, but wholly fabulous.' Brighton & Hove Independent

‘A light-hearted read about the power of friendship to see you through a tough time.' Daily Mail

‘Sparky dialogue and a lovely depiction of friendship. I loved this!’ Katie Fforde

‘You’d be DAFT to miss out on this fab book – I LOVED it!' Miranda Dickinson

‘Required reading for anyone who’s ever had their heart broken’ Lucy Robinson

‘Loved this long-awaited 3rd novel. Sharp, contemporary and original.’ Phillipa Ashley

‘Ingenious…I wonder why the BUC isn’t an actual thing… that’s AWESOME.' Bookish Escapes

'A lively portrayal of bonds that blossom among the broken-hearted with a delightfully meta edge.' Helen Cox

‘Laugh out loud …with flashes of real empathy for break up buccaneers’ experiences. Loved the twists and turns. Kept me guessing all the way to the end.' Jules Wake