Making It

After a mental health crisis in her teens, Isobel has lived a quiet life. It is just she, her mum, and her pet chinchilla, Abigail, living in a small council flat. The only time she gets out of her routine is at her part-time job at a local pottery place and when she creates Abigail-centered art pieces through knitting, painting, and sculpting. Then, her various Abigails gain the attention of a famous artist and reality TV star, Elizabeth Swanson. Elizabeth offers her a yearlong internship in London as she produces a documentary series. Her boisterous roommates help her navigate London, even as she falls for gorgeous Robin, an aspiring actor. Kay’s (Wild Things) second novel is a love story, layered with a sensitive discussion of mental health issues. Ell Potter skillfully narrates Isobel as she learns to live on her own and navigate a range of new relationships, from friendships to romance. Potter’s warm narration will have listeners rooting for Isobel and hoping that she’ll find her footing and embrace her newfound freedom.