One Good Thing by Alexandra Potter
One Good Thing by Alexandra Potter is an uplifting novel about Liv Brooks, a newly divorced woman who leaves London for the Yorkshire Dales and finds new connections while caring for an older rescue dog. The listing describes it as an alternative love story centred on fresh starts, loneliness and friendship.
At a glance
- Follows Liv Brooks after divorce as she makes a new life in the Yorkshire Dales.
- Her daily walks with Harry, an older dog adopted from a local shelter, bring her into contact with isolated and troubled neighbours.
- The listing frames the story around friendship, loneliness, fresh starts and an alternative love story.
Reference price: £9.99
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Its village setting connects the protagonist's personal restart with the lives of several neighbours.
- At 480 pages, it offers a substantial novel-length read.
Technical specifications
10 specifications| Publisher | Pan |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 25 May 2023 |
| Edition | Main Market |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 480 pages |
| Reading age | 18 years and up |
| Dimensions | 13.2 x 3.3 x 19.7 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 295 g |
| ISBN-10 | 1529022886 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-1529022889 |
What to know before buying
- The product description identifies the author as Alexandra Potter. The title field names her only as the author of Confessions of a Forty-Something F##k Up.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers looking for an uplifting, character-led story about new beginnings and friendship.
- Fans of Alexandra Potter's other novels, including Confessions of a Forty-Something F##k Up.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the book as an easy-to-follow, beautifully written feel-good story, with reported appreciation for its warmth, hopeful friendship themes, humour and characters. This aligns with the listing's focus on Liv's fresh start and new village connections, though reader impressions are subjective and do not establish that every reader will find the story uplifting.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the heartwarming, uplifting story and its hopeful messages about friendship.
- Feedback describes the book as easy to follow and well written.
- Customers mention enjoying the humour and characters.
Frequently asked questions
What is One Good Thing about?
Liv Brooks moves from London to the Yorkshire Dales after her divorce. After adopting an older dog, she meets neighbours dealing with loneliness, fear and anger.
Who wrote One Good Thing?
The description identifies the author as Alexandra Potter.
How long is this edition?
The listing gives a print length of 480 pages.
What language is the book in?
The listed language is English.
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