One Day - David Nicholls

One Day tells the story of Emma and Dexter and all that goes on in their lives. Their story starts the morning after the night that they meet, proceeds through many years of friendship, details what they are doing on 15th July at intervals through their lives. The way that their lives intertwine is mesmerising, the ups and downs are all in there. They clearly belong in each-other's lives, but in what capacity? It makes you realise how much one person can influence another.

Nicholls writes in a way that flows from beginning to end, which is even more impressive considering that the narrative is written from the perspective of both the lead characters. An ability to tap in to the silly, insecure, totally barmy musings of women meant that I saw a lot of myself in Emma. I really did like her!

Luckily for me, this isn't a mushy romantic love story. That's not my thing at all. It is realistic! The characters are very endearing and I found myself longing for them to be happy!

From the very first page I was enthralled. I would recommend this book in a heartbeat. Totally un-put-down-able! Not a bad word to be said. Also, if you weren't aware, One Day has since been made into a film starring the lovely Anne Hathaway. Has to be worth a watch after what I thought was an amazing novel.