By Your Side: The uplifting novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author and co-creator of Gavin & Stacey
Ruth Jones
Jun 2026 · Penguin Random House Audio · Narrated by Ruth Jones
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The joyful and life-affirming novel from the co-writer of Gavin and Stacey and the bestselling author of Love Untold.
Because second chances come when you least expect them . . .
Linda Standish has been a friend to the friendless for the past thirty-three years, in her role at the council’s Unclaimed Heirs Unit. And now she’s looking forward to the joys of an early retirement.
But before she hangs up her lanyard, Linda takes on one last case— that of Levi Norman—a Welshman who made his home on a remote Scottish island for the five years before he died. Linda must visit Storrich to track down Levi's remaining relatives . . .
What brought Levi here? And who did he leave behind? Obliged to travel (by hearse!) with her arch nemesis, and helped (and hindered...) by the local residents, Linda searches for clues to a life now lost. And in the process unexpectedly makes new friends, and discovers things about herself she never knew.
Bursting with heart and humor, By Your Side is a joyful celebration of friendship, love and community.
Because second chances come when you least expect them . . .
Linda Standish has been a friend to the friendless for the past thirty-three years, in her role at the council’s Unclaimed Heirs Unit. And now she’s looking forward to the joys of an early retirement.
But before she hangs up her lanyard, Linda takes on one last case— that of Levi Norman—a Welshman who made his home on a remote Scottish island for the five years before he died. Linda must visit Storrich to track down Levi's remaining relatives . . .
What brought Levi here? And who did he leave behind? Obliged to travel (by hearse!) with her arch nemesis, and helped (and hindered...) by the local residents, Linda searches for clues to a life now lost. And in the process unexpectedly makes new friends, and discovers things about herself she never knew.
Bursting with heart and humor, By Your Side is a joyful celebration of friendship, love and community.
The joyful and life-affirming novel from the co-writer of Gavin and Stacey and the bestselling author of Love Untold.
Because second chances come when you least expect them . . .
Linda Standish has been a friend to the friendless for the past thirty-three years, in her role at the council’s Unc...
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Ruth Jones is a Welsh television actress and writer known for her work on shows such as Gavin & Stacey and Stella.
Ruth Jones is a Welsh television actress and writer known for her work on shows such as Gavin & Stacey and Stella.
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