Wet Paint (Hardback)

'This isn't a book you read, but a book you step into. Chloe Ashby has created a mesmerising and energetic world of grief, art and self discovery. I loved Eve and spending time with her on every page.' - Emma Gannon, author of Olive

'An utterly absorbing story of art, friendship, love, and loss. Perfect for fans of Anna Hope's Expectation but very much its own tender, dark, funny, vivid thing.' - Lydia Ruffles, author of The Taste of Blue Light

'In this poised, heartfelt debut, Ashby paints a raw, richly-detailed portrait of untethered youth, friendship and suppressed grief.' - Olivia Sudjic, author of Asylum Road

'Dark, witty and totally compelling.' - Laura Kay, author of The Split

'Wet Paint is a brilliant, heart-rending novel that explores grief and loss with expert precision. Beautifully written and exquisitely told, this story is delicate, powerful and honest all at once. This is an unforgettable novel, and I'll read anything Chloe Ashby writes. - Lucia Osborne-Crowley, author of My Body Keeps Your Secrets

'Poignant, at times heart-wrenching, but liberally spinkled with dry wit. This is a novel about grief, trauma and life-saving relationships. What I liked most about it is that even as Eve spiralled and struggled with loss, guilt and depression, she had people in her life who never gave up on her, so I closed this book feeling warm and hopeful.' - Jendella Benson, author of Hope & Glory

'A compelling exploration of enduring grief, and a striking portrait of the intensity and fragility of the friendships that form us. Darkly funny and relatable - a great read about love, art, and navigating the trials of learning how to be an adult.' - Francesca Reece, author of Voyeur

'A beautiful exploration of how grief can derail the sense of self at a crucial time in your 20s, shot through with dark humour & hope. I felt like Eve was my mate, and was desperate for her to sort it out!' - Sareeta Domingo, author of Who's Loving You