'The novel exploded my expectations and became unlike anything I've ever read . hilarious . A wry, smart companion on any day. It's warm, it has a heartbeat and a pulse. This is a book that is painfully alive' - The New York Times Book Review 'Astounding . she will make you laugh, cringe and recognise yourself in a woman you never planned to be . Never has a novel spoken so deeply to my sexuality, my spirituality, my secret self. I know I am not alone' - LENA DUNHAM 'I am in awe of Miranda July .

The First Bad Man brings together all of July's talents - it's a book that must be read, a book that must be purchased - in duplicate - one for you, one for a friend. Don't think you can loan this book - you'll never get it back' - A. M. HOMES 'Miranda July's heroine in this unforgettable novel is one of the most original, most confounding and strangely sympathetic characters . This novel is almost impossible to put down, and confirms July as a novelist of the first order' - DAVE EGGERS 'July's storytelling skills crackle to life' - New York Times '' -.