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Sunday Dinners: A funny, feel-good family comedy Kindle Edition

by Jon Rance (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 out of 5 stars 2,543 ratings

A hilarious, charming and heartwarming family comedy, perfect for fans of Beth O'Leary and Mike Gayle.


Creating a happy family is one thing. Keeping it that way? That’s where the real challenge begins.

For years, the Wilde family’s Sunday roast dinners were sacred – a time for Greg, his wife Lizzy, and their three kids to come together around the table, sharing laughter, stories, and far too much gravy. It was the glue that held them together.

But now the kids are grown, Greg and Lizzy’s marriage is starting to fray at the edges, and the once-unshakable tradition of Sunday dinners is beginning to feel more like a battleground than a bonding ritual.

As each family member navigates their own struggles – love, parenthood, and identity – Greg starts to realise that maintaining a happy family is far messier than he ever imagined.

Sunday Dinners unfolds through the chaos and complications of the Wilde family’s monthly roasts. A heartfelt comedy about the highs and lows of parenthood, marriage, and the unbreakable (and hilarious) bonds of family.

Praise for Jon Rance:

‘A wonderful story of emotions, humour, and true love.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘Couldn’t put this book down.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘If I could give this book 10 stars I would’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘Funny, insightful, engaging and refreshing.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘A thoroughly good read and one I didn’t want to finish!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘The author had me enthralled in the nostalgia of the 90s, Uni and the carefree times of youth.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

‘If you are a fan of romantic comedy you will love this!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0160PI7W6
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ 26 Oct. 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.0 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 311 pages
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Jon Rance

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JON RANCE writes novels about love, family, relationships, and all the messy bits in between. His novels have been described as hilarious, romantic, and perfect for fans of Mike Gayle and Beth O’Leary. His first two books, This Thirtysomething Life and Happy Endings, were published by Hodder and Stoughton. Since then, he has written numerous novels including, Sunday Dinners, Dan And Nat Got Married, and The Worst Man. Jon signed a two-book deal with Hera Books and his latest novel, One Hundred Moments Of Us, will be published in the summer of 2024.

Jon grew up in England and studied English Literature at Middlesex University, London, before travelling the world and meeting his American wife in Australia. He now lives in California with his wife, two kids, and a dog called Pickle, where he writes full-time and drinks far too much tea.

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Customers find this book to be a lovely read with well-written prose and brilliant characters. The story is heartwarming and emotional, making readers laugh and cry, and one customer describes it as a beautiful romp through the ebbs and flows of marriage. They appreciate how the book accurately reflects family life, with one review noting its realistic portrayal of family dynamics.

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60 customers mention ‘Readability’60 positive0 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a lovely and very amusing read, particularly suitable for holiday reading.

"I absolutely loved Sunday Dinners with the Wilde family! It is a fabulous read, all the more so because there are so many situations and feelings I..." Read more

"Funny, warm and so true to life. It has confirmed to me the true meaning of Sunday Roasts - family." Read more

"Brilliant read , thoroughly enjoyed it , lots of humour and sad bits as well , love the way this guy writes !" Read more

"I initially enjoyed this book and found it very entertaining, but unfortunately it was much too long and at the end couldn’t wait for it to be..." Read more

36 customers mention ‘Family life’33 positive3 negative

Customers appreciate the book's portrayal of family life, describing it as a beautiful and true-to-life story that covers the ups and downs of family dynamics.

"...It is a fabulous read, all the more so because there are so many situations and feelings I can relate to - not The Retreat though, definitely not..." Read more

"Funny, warm and so true to life. It has confirmed to me the true meaning of Sunday Roasts - family." Read more

"...So relatable and heartwarming. Didn’t want it to end." Read more

"Not my usual type of book but it was a good story." Read more

20 customers mention ‘Writing quality’20 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, describing it as a nice and easy read.

"...a middle aged menopausal woman to a young teenage girl, Jon's writing is just superb!..." Read more

"...It’s a real shame as it’s very well written." Read more

"...I quite enjoyed it.. easy to read and the chapters werent too long...." Read more

"God easy,to,read happy book . Nice story and not too many characters to keep remembering . A nice book to read" Read more

16 customers mention ‘Emotional content’16 positive0 negative

Customers find the book emotionally engaging, with several mentioning it made them laugh and cry. One customer describes it as a sad family soap opera.

"...read, all the more so because there are so many situations and feelings I can relate to - not The Retreat though, definitely not The Retreat - buy..." Read more

"Brilliant read , thoroughly enjoyed it , lots of humour and sad bits as well , love the way this guy writes !" Read more

"...This didn’t disappoint either. Jon Rance has an incredible talent at getting to people’s emotions and sharing how the characters are so believable..." Read more

"A funny,poignant and accurate reflection on family life. I always enjoy every moment of Jon Ramce's books. Entertaining and enjoyable" Read more

9 customers mention ‘Heartwarming’9 positive0 negative

Customers find the book heartwarming, describing it as a wonderful and poignant read. One customer mentions it made them reflect on their own life, while another notes it provides great life advice.

"...So relatable and heartwarming. Didn’t want it to end." Read more

"...There were lots of welling up moments, and I wish my children felt that all the effort I put in to..." Read more

"...Brilliant writing, funny, sad and uplifting all in one book. Couldn’t stop reading it." Read more

"...Highly recommend. It’s also got some great life advice which during these Covid times maybe needed!" Read more

8 customers mention ‘Characterization’8 positive0 negative

Customers praise the characters in the book, with one noting that there are not too many to keep track of.

"...talent at getting to people’s emotions and sharing how the characters are so believable and very fragile at times...." Read more

"The characters individual voices stand out perfectly while tying in the narrative and perspectives of the Wilde family...." Read more

"God easy,to,read happy book . Nice story and not too many characters to keep remembering . A nice book to read" Read more

"...The characters are very likeable, maybe more so because they are not perfect...." Read more

8 customers mention ‘Romance’8 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romantic elements of the book, with one describing it as a beautiful romp through the ebbs and flows of marriage, while another finds it a lighthearted chick lit read.

"...Simply a beautiful and highly recommended book!" Read more

"I laughed. I cried. I smiled. I loved it. A beautiful romp through the ebbs and flows of marriage, work, kids and all the trials we face on the..." Read more

"...It’s not laugh out loud but it definitely made me smile... and shed a tear." Read more

"...If you want a book that makes you feel happy and smiling then this is the book for you." Read more

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  • J Field
    5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST READ!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 November 2015
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    I absolutely loved Sunday Dinners with the Wilde family! It is a fabulous read, all the more so because there are so many situations and feelings I can relate to - not The Retreat though, definitely not The Retreat - buy the book and you will see what I mean, hilarious LOL!

    Once a month Greg Wilde cooks a Sunday dinner to ensure the whole family, Lizzy, Lucy, Matt, Hollie and Nan Joan get together and it's here we discover the complexities of thecharacters, alternated in each chapter detailing the highs and lows of what's going on in their lives. Jon is an amazing author, from a middle aged menopausal woman to a young teenage girl, Jon's writing is just superb!

    Sunday Dinners is full of drama, sad times, humour and very very funny 'one liners' I laughed and cried throughout.

    Please go buy the book, it's a MUST read!
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    4.0 out of 5 stars Warming family story
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 December 2023
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    Funny, warm and so true to life. It has confirmed to me the true meaning of Sunday Roasts - family.
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  • Caroline Zietz
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 July 2024
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    Brilliant read , thoroughly enjoyed it , lots of humour and sad bits as well , love the way this guy writes !
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  • julie keegan
    3.0 out of 5 stars Very sweet
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 3 August 2018
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    I initially enjoyed this book and found it very entertaining, but unfortunately it was much too long and at the end couldn’t wait for it to be finished. It’s a real shame as it’s very well written.
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  • PippyWales
    4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 March 2023
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    The monthly Wilde family roast. Each roast and the life that happened between it and the previous family roast told by different members of the Wilde family. Dad Greg, Mum Lizzy and their 3 grown up children Lucy, Matt and Holly. The family monthly roasts also featured the lovable grandmother Joan who you could just imagine sat at the table.
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  • Jeanette Logan
    5.0 out of 5 stars warm fuzzy feeling
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 September 2023
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    Loved this book, wasn’t sure when i read the first couple of chapters but I started to fall in love with each and everyone in the family. So relatable and heartwarming. Didn’t want it to end.
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  • Andrea Samuel-Jones
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another epic family oriented novel from the excellent Jon Rance.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 August 2021
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    The second book I’ve read by this author as I loved The Summer Holidays Survival Guide so much. This didn’t disappoint either. Jon Rance has an incredible talent at getting to people’s emotions and sharing how the characters are so believable and very fragile at times. Another hit for me and I don’t know which one to choose next from my newly discovered, favourite author.
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  • F. Hiam
    4.0 out of 5 stars A good read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 17 July 2023
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    Not my usual type of book but it was a good story.
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  • Garth
    3.0 out of 5 stars A good read
    Reviewed in Australia on 3 May 2016
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    Could really relate to some of the story line
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  • Zuri
    4.0 out of 5 stars A pleasant read about an "ordinary" family.
    Reviewed in the United States on 28 February 2016
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    If you like stories about ordinary families, you'll like this one. "Ordinary" might not be the right word, as there is probably no such thing as an "ordinary" family, and neither are these people all that ordinary! In this book, the individual voices of the (mostly adult) children speak alternately, and so do the mum and dad. They have clear-cut characters, and although the book has no exceptional highs or lows, it is a pleasant read right to the end. I found the father of the house a little bit on the "limp" side -- no Superman, he! You might, however, recognize your own family here. Recommended as a pleasant, if not overly exciting, read.
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  • B. Christopher
    5.0 out of 5 stars A lovely, descriptive tale of a real family
    Reviewed in the United States on 20 April 2019
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    This beautiful tale of the Wilde family is so authentic and wonderfully English (I'm just a jealous American now caught using more than a few British-isms each day) in its use of a monthly Sunday Roast as it's foundation. I found myself rooting for each character even with their obvious flaws and challenges, most especially in simply communicating with each other. Jon Rance is such a charming writer, so much so that I find myself wanting to introduce my family to his. Cheers to Mr Rance for this novel and the many others he has been kind enough to share with us. I'm eager to read whatever comes next from him!
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  • A. Fernandez
    3.0 out of 5 stars A good read but 50% cliché
    Reviewed in the United States on 15 March 2016
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    From the very beginning the writing seemed very trite- the way the family dynamics were introduced and such. I kept reading because I thought maybe it would get better...and it did to a certain extent. There is good plot development that sometimes catches you off guard but then other times you know exactly what's coming because it's straight out of a romcom movie or something. Writing aside, it's a nice story about a family that loves each other and goes through life together and also apart. One story, different perspectives approach. It's neat to see the different family members each w their own personalities and such, yet still bonded by the familial love.
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  • Laraine Walker
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good book with a great scheme
    Reviewed in the United States on 14 May 2018
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    It feels real, with a range of family issues that will feel familiar to most readers. There is a lot of love expressed, and a lot of feeling. The end of the book is sugarcoated, but most of it is more realistic. My only other complaint: too many scenes with tears running down faces!
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