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In-Laws and Outlaws Kindle Edition

3.8 out of 5 stars 38 ratings

Nominated for The People's Book Prize 2018

She knows what’s best for her son, and it’s not you.

Eve has an idiosyncratic relationship with the truth, is a borderline psychopath (according to her psychologist friend Claire), and has a rather colourful past. But her heart is in the right place. Having recently met Gideon everything seems, at last, to be working out rather well for her. Then he introduces her to his mother. Marjorie clearly believes that she knows what’s best for her son, and it’s definitely not Eve.

Over the next few months Eve struggles as Marjorie seems hell-bent on undermining her relationship with Gideon at every opportunity. Then, a chance meeting with someone very close to Marjorie confirms Eve’s worst fears – there are literally no lengths to which Marjorie will not go to get Eve out of her son’s life. Using her own ingenuity, and with help from some very unexpected quarters, Eve finds herself caught up in a very high stakes game indeed, in which there can be only one winner.

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Review

“So many secrets, so many characters involved, and Eve was playing them like marionettes! Great read.”
Scarlett Readz and Runz (Reviewer)

“There is so much going on in this book to keep the reader engaged. The characters are great. It is funny, fun, and just made me smile. I really enjoyed this book.”
Karen Whittard (Reviewer)

“This book was a nice surprise.”
Claire Sherman (Librarian)

“A hysterical read… Eve’s narrative digressions are pure enjoyment… will keep you in stitches. In-laws and Outlaws is the perfect diversion.”
Underrated Reads

“This was a fun read… there were many twists and turns.”
Winding Words

“Do yourself a favor and read this funny book.”
Goodreads

“A clever and well written book that I would highly recommend.”
Rachel Kennedy (Reviewer)

"Well written book as it had my attention to the very shocking end."
Cherie Homan (Reviewer)

"I really enjoyed Eve's character and the story was a little different to the usual. Would highly recommend."
Kerry Barlow (Reviewer)

"A perfect summer read."
Julie Parks (Reviewer)

“A shocking, hilarious romantic novel in which a young woman struggles to cope with her fiancé's hostile mother. I kept guessing at what would be Eve’s breaking point and thoroughly enjoyed the ride to the end of the book!”
Janet’s Book Corner

“Expect the unexpected! Secrets and lies are the main themes in this family drama / comedy although the comic parts are quite dark. Read it!”
Claire Ross (Reviewer)

"Well written.”
Roma Sharma (Reviewer)

“I was not expecting that ending! Wow! Great book! It made me laugh out loud and I really enjoyed it!”
Sherri Thacker (Reviewer)

“This fabulous book… I inhaled it in two days, a perfect end to my holiday!”
Chelsea Cochrane (Reviewer)

“A very entertaining book! In-Laws and Outlaws is a hilarious spiral of events, as a future daughter in-law and mother-in-law struggle over the son/groom, without his knowledge.”
Keren Krinick (Reviewer)

“A great story, I loved the fact that Eve wasn’t perfect herself, and there were plenty of twists and turns and a good ending.”
Sally Coles (Reviewer)

“All in all I think the female characters are the spirit of this book, and I was enjoying the story so much because of them. If you like to read about family drama, this book is for you.”
Bettina Bótyik (Librarian)

“I loved that this book was not only character driven, but that it kept me guessing as to what secrets would be revealed next. I highly recommend it!”
Cristie Underwood (Reviewer)

About the Author

Kate has had a varied career that has encompassed working in sales and marketing in the software industry, for brand and marketing agencies, several years as a freelance copywriter, and some time as a foster carer. She gained her first degree from the University of Warwick in the late eighties, but an interest in psychology led her to return to study many years later, when she obtained a Masters Degree from Goldsmiths, University of London. She did this with the idea that it might lead her in a new direction, which it did, just not in the way she had envisaged.

At the back of her mind had always been the idea that she wanted to write fiction and so, having given up work to study and therefore having learned to get by on a lot less money, the time seemed right to turn what had only ever been a hobby into a full time endeavour. She has a distinctive authorial voice that refuses to take anything too seriously, not because she doesn’t think life is a serious matter but because she believes that it is almost always better when leavened with humour.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07B3WGK2Q
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Thistle Publishing
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ 26 Feb. 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 471 KB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 296 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Customer reviews:
    3.8 out of 5 stars 38 ratings

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Kate has had a varied career that has encompassed working in sales and marketing in the software industry, for brand and marketing agencies, several years as a freelance copywriter, and some time as a foster carer.

She gained her first degree from the University of Warwick in the late eighties, but an interest in psychology led her to return to study many years later, when she obtained a Masters Degree from Goldsmiths, University of London. She did this with the idea that it might lead her in a new direction, which it did, just not in the way she had envisaged.

She has a distinctive authorial voice that refuses to take anything too seriously, not because she doesn't think life is a serious matter but because she believes that it is almost always better when leavened with humour.

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Customers find the book thoroughly enjoyable and witty, with lively writing that's imbued with humor. Moreover, the plot keeps readers intrigued to the end, and they appreciate the likeable heroine.

5 customers mention ‘Plot’5 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the plot of the book, with one mentioning it keeps them intrigued to the end and another noting the surprising ending.

"...quite sure where the story was going to head next and the ending was quite a surprise! Highly recommended for a lazy afternoon reading." Read more

"...on holiday and it would make a good present for anyone who enjoys a good story." Read more

"...written, easy to follow and has an unexpected twist that keeps you intrigued to the end. Can’t wait for the next book Kate!" Read more

"Good plot, badly written. You can’t relate to the characters at all." Read more

5 customers mention ‘Readability’5 positive0 negative

Customers find the book thoroughly enjoyable and engaging to read.

"...Highly recommended for a lazy afternoon reading." Read more

"...I read this while commuting but it is definitely worth getting to read by the pool on holiday and it would make a good present for anyone who..." Read more

"...It is a huge pleasure to read a book where for once you are unable to guess what is coming next and where the story will lead you...." Read more

"...Kate Fulford's debut is a perfect book-club summer read." Read more

5 customers mention ‘Wit’5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the book's wit, noting its lively writing and humorous tone.

"...I enjoyed the sharp humour and intelligent writing style...." Read more

"...The writing is lively and imbued with humour. It didn't make me laugh out loud but it did make me smile...." Read more

"...The book is well written, easy to follow and has an unexpected twist that keeps you intrigued to the end...." Read more

"I read this book in a day. Engaging, witty,well written and intriguing...." Read more

3 customers mention ‘Character development’3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one mentioning the creation of sympathetic characters.

"This is a witty tale of lies and deception, with a likeable heroine. I enjoyed the sharp humour and intelligent writing style...." Read more

"...The author has managed to create sympathetic characters and thankfully avoided turning the mother-in-law into simple caricature or stock comic..." Read more

"A tightly wound plot (whodunnit-lite) an infuriating (but loveable) heroine and a raggle taggle bag of colourful characters with a good old-..." Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 May 2018
    This is a witty tale of lies and deception, with a likeable heroine. I enjoyed the sharp humour and intelligent writing style. One could never be quite sure where the story was going to head next and the ending was quite a surprise! Highly recommended for a lazy afternoon reading.
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 17 March 2018
    What an interesting read! I was very surprised to see that this is a 'first' novel. The writing is lively and imbued with humour. It didn't make me laugh out loud but it did make me smile. The author has managed to create sympathetic characters and thankfully avoided turning the mother-in-law into simple caricature or stock comic figure. I read this while commuting but it is definitely worth getting to read by the pool on holiday and it would make a good present for anyone who enjoys a good story.
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 4 October 2018
    Whilst it started off well I felt it became predictable towards the end and felt like the writer had rushed to finish. A shame really as it was an easy to read and mostly enjoyable story.
  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 24 May 2018
    Review time!

    I am well and truly an obsessive holiday reader and normally take pot luck on what to buy especially as I also like the feel of paperback in my hands.

    I thoroughly enjoyed Kate’s first book mainly because it reflects real life snapshot moments. I have been reading out paragraphs to my friends with us on holiday as they reminded me of something that was said just a few days/hours prior to reading. It was rather bizarre - almost like we were being followed!!

    The book is well written, easy to follow and has an unexpected twist that keeps you intrigued to the end.

    Can’t wait for the next book Kate!
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 April 2018
    A great fun read that I couldn't put down. Well written with great humour, a pleasurable read.
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 7 September 2018
    Good plot, badly written. You can’t relate to the characters at all.
  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 24 March 2018
    I read this book in a day. Engaging, witty,well written and intriguing. The characters entice you to find out more about them and what they will do next. It is a huge pleasure to read a book where for once you are unable to guess what is coming next and where the story will lead you. Would definitely recommend.
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  • Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 April 2018
    Eve has met Gideon and is really happy with the way the relationship is going..... has she met the one at last....... until she meets his mother Marjorie! Marjorie definitely doesn't think that Eve is good enough for her son and so she is determined to get rid of her whatever Gideon thinks!

    A great story, I loved the fact that Eve wasnt perfect herself, and there were plenty of twists and turns and a good ending
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  • JulesG
    5.0 out of 5 stars Funny, witty story about families
    Reviewed in Germany on 2 August 2018
    The main character, Eve, is a person I'd like to have as a friend, even if she's not the most honest person on the planet.

    I am tempted to say, this is not your usual romantic comedy. It is not a mushy love story about how Eve met Gideon. Rather, it is the story of how Eve met her future in-laws and how this might destroy her relationship to Gideon.

    I loved the characters, all of them!

    I truly enjoyed spending time with Eve and Marjorie.
    Probably the best debut novel I've read this year.
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  • NCF
    4.0 out of 5 stars I kept thinking "How am I going to get through this if I don't like any of the characters
    Reviewed in the United States on 16 July 2018
    I must preface by saying I was a bit bias in my original opinion of this book, made a mere 20-30 pages into it. I kept thinking "How am I going to get through this if I don't like any of the characters?". Once Eve's struggle became more apparent and I could at least sympathize with her plight...things innumerably got easier. I must say Eve becomes a much more relatable/likable character as she sheds her protective wall of lies. The elements that won me over were of course the humor, the surprise ending (that nearly changes its genre)...and the question we are left with in the end.... Completely unbelievable if it wasn't beautifully pulled off in small movements!

    Bravo Kate Fulford for a risky yet humorous debut!

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