Pug Actually

· HarperCollins UK
5.0
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‘A witty, heart-warming tale about woman’s best friend. You’ll love it!’ Nick Spalding

‘A love story that honestly will just make you cheer... I loved it.’ Miranda Dickinson

When your dog plays cupid...what could possibly go wrong?

Loyal rescue pug Doug wants his adoring owner Julie to find unconditional love and happiness – and he knows she won’t find either in the arms of Luke, her married boss.

Doug is terrified that Julie will become a lonely cat-lover if she stays single too long, but he can’t let her fall for any more of Luke’s empty promises. Julie needs to move on – and Doug is convinced that Tom, a newly divorced V-E-T, is perfect for her (despite his questionable occupation).

There’s just one problem: Julie and Tom can’t stand each other.

Doug doesn’t quite understand the quirks and complexities of human relationships, but he won’t let that get in the way of his mission to bring Tom and Julie together. After all, being a ‘rescue’ works both ways...

Readers LOVE Pug Actually!

‘A wonderful novel with delicious humour... I'm in love with Doug the pug!’ Jill Mansell

‘Charming, brilliant and an absolute hoot... This book makes the world feel a happier place to be.’ Milly Johnson

‘Absolutely loved it... A quirky, funny, cute read...I found myself smiling throughout...’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A marvellously light read that leaves you giggling... you will not regret this one bit.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Absolutely brilliant...Laugh out loud hilarious’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A word of caution: Reading this in public may cause uncontrollable laughter and create a scene.’ Library Journal, starred review

‘[A] hilarious romance...’ The Washington Post

‘...amusing and heartwarming, and Doug is a fantastic star of the show.’ Booklist

‘Laugh-out-loud funny’ Publishers Weekly

Praise for Matt Dunn:
‘Matt Dunn is officially funny.’ Jojo Moyes

‘Funny, warm, honest...’ Jenny Colgan

‘Matt Dunn’s writing makes you laugh out loud.’ Sophie Kinsella

Ratings and reviews

5.0
2 reviews
Andrea Romance
June 29, 2021
Doug the pug is fiercely loyal to Julie, his human. That's why he hates Luke, Julie's "boyfriend," aka her married boss, who always leaves her in tears. Doug is determined to split them up, but that's tough to do when you weigh 15 lbs (okay, maybe 20 lbs) and don't speak human. But Doug will find a way. This novel is adorable. It took me a minute to realize it was told from the dog's POV—as it turned out, that device worked really well. The book is consistently funny throughout, but also full of heart. It's really more women's fiction than romance, because the focus is more on Julie disentangling herself from Luke and finding the courage to love again, than it is on the budding relationship with Tom. Julie and Tom were really cute together—I hope there's a sequel. I'd love to see more of them, maybe with a baby, and Doug adjusting to the new little human in the house. Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.
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About the author

Matt Dunn is the author of numerous romantic comedy novels, including the bestselling The Ex-Boyfriend's Handbook and A Day at the Office. He's also written about life, love, and relationships for various publications including The Times, Guardian, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Company, Elle, and The Sun.

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