Break in Case of Emergency - Rilegato

‘Very smart and juicy and weird and entertaining ... it reads like a chick lit plot written by Franzen’ Curtis Sittenfeld

‘An extraordinary debut ... Winter’s novel is extremely good, because it is so well written’ Guardian

‘Extremely funny – a satirical masterpiece that is tender and existentially-minded as well. I loved it!’ Elizabeth McKenzie, author of THE PORTABLE VEBLEN

‘In this cutting commentary on workplace toxicity and how its tendrils can strangle relationships, Winter uses humour to illuminate the state of modern work, family, and friendship. She does a stellar job’
Elle

‘If you need a New York map of our times, have Jessica Winter become your cartographer. Sassy, sarcastic and sleek, this is a wonderfully brash appraisal of how we live’
National Book Award winner Colum McCann

‘Enthralling, sharply observed’ Marie Claire

‘Hilarious... The personal and workplace plots are woven together beautifully. Read, cringe, laugh, relate’ Lenny

‘A funny and moving commentary on that point in a woman's life when everything seems to come into question’ New York Times

‘Curious, captivating’ Kirkus Reviews

‘If you’re wondering what it’s like to live in New York when you’re young, just buy Jessica Winter’s book. It’s funny, satirical, and deftly written’ Mike Schur, co-creator of Parks and Recreation

JESSICA WINTER is features editor at Slate and the former culture editor of Time. Her writing has appeared in the New York Times, the Guardian, Bookforum, The Believer, and many other publications. She lives in Brooklyn.