When God Was A Rabbit

Sarah Winman's debut novel has had extraordinary praise in the few months since it was published. Already a bestseller and a Richard and Judy pick, it's tipped to be the big read of the summer. Sarah answered your questions on her book here, and you can get it for £3.99 on Amazon here. 

Spanning four decades from 1968, When God Was A Rabbit is the story of a fabulous but flawed family and the slew of ordinary and extraordinary incidents that shape their everyday lives. It's a story about childhood and growing up, loss of innocence, eccentricity, familial ties and friendships and love. At its heart is the unbreakable bond between a brother and sister.

"At times laugh-out-loud funny, at others gut-wrenchingly sad, the book is peppered with unique and complex characters who are so original, well-observed and believable that you'll be completely absorbed into their world," said the Observer.

"Gloriously offbeat… Winman’s narrative voice is beautifully true, with a child’s unsentimental clarity. A superb debut." The Times

"It’s rare to find a novel you’re recommending to friends, family and colleagues by page 60, but When God Was A Rabbit is just that kind of book… it’s funny (embarrassingly so on public transport), recognizably true and heart-breaking in equal measure… A truly great book to lose yourself in; prepare to bore everyone else around you by telling them just how much they need to read it." Stylist

"I was completely drawn into Elly's world, her relationship with her parents and most of all her brother Joe. The characters are believable and there are some very funny passages and also some parts had me reaching for my tissues," says gma on the forums.