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FROM THE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE LIST OF SUSPICIOUS THINGS . . .

In the summer of 1985, the entire country is poised for the biggest music event in history – Live Aid.

The residents of Delmont Close are preparing for a neighbourhood barbecue to celebrate this historic moment, but someone uninvited is watching them closely, getting ready to make their move. But who are they watching, and why?

The Gordons – Hanna, her highly-strung mother, Lydia, and sweet father, Peter – have opened the doors to their home. And when their neighbours flood in, so do all the secrets that have been kept in the close. Among them is Rita, a new resident from Australia, Steve, a young man who is battling his own demons, and Aunty Beverley, who has come to pass judgement on her relatives.

The Barbecue at No.9 explores family, friendship and love with Jennie Godfrey’s signature wit, warmth and bite.

Publisher Review

I absolutely adored it! — Marian Keyes on ‘The List of Suspicious Things’ A heartwarming tale about the power of human connection, written with empathy, warmth and care. To read it is to feel that little bit better about life — Elizabeth Day on ‘The List of Suspicious Things’ A beautiful story of friendship, community and family. Heartwarming — Zoe Ball on ‘The List of Suspicious Things’ What could be more magical than a writer who can flip from hilarity to darkness and back on the same page? … A voice that is as authentic as it is unforgettable — Jenny Jackson on ‘The List of Suspicious Things’ Endearing characters, nostalgic period details and a warmth that rises from the page make this a must-read — Good Housekeeping on ‘The List of Suspicious Things’ A mystery wrapped up in a story of community and family … a gorgeous, page-turning book — iPaper on ‘The List of Suspicious Things’ ‘Such a fresh and interesting voice. You’ll cry and you won’t be able to stop reading’ — MARIAN KEYES on The List of Suspicious Things