Graffiti Girls, Elissa Soave
Graffiti Girls, Elissa Soave
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Graffiti Girls

Author: Elissa Soave

Narrator: Angela Ness

Unabridged: 9 hr 1 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HQ

Published: 03/13/2025


Synopsis

A sharp, empowering novel about a group of women who refuse to go quietly when society tells them they’re no longer valuable beyond the age of 40, from the author of 'A rebellious and uplifting tale of punkish, middle-aged, feminist defiance' ' Caron McKinlay ★★★ Amy, Carole, Lenore and Susan have been best friends since school. Back then they couldn’t wait for the future, for the amazing lives they’d have. But things haven’t worked out how they expected. Now in their forties, they’re fed up with being taken for granted by their families, being passed over for promotions at work and being told that they’re past their best. And they’re not going to go quietly anymore. Fuelled by female rage and their charismatic leader Amy, the four embark on a campaign of graffiti in their hometown of Hamilton, scrawling feminist slogans on the walls of local buildings. But is Hamilton ready for the feminist revolution the Graffiti Girls have in store? ★★★ ' is a sharply observed and thought-provoking cri de coeur about everyday sexism. It is the uplifting story of a group of women re-setting their lives and re-discovering their purpose during mid-life crises extraordinaire – a tale told with passion and verve' 'A fiery, funny and fierce feminist read that packs an emotional punch, Graffiti Girls explores big themes with empathy, insight and grace. I miss spending time with these characters' 'Stingingly observed, expertly executed, Graffiti Girls is a laugh-out-loud, relatably painful, feminist rage-induced tour de force' ' drips with feminine rage, a story for any woman of a certain age who’s ever felt invisible' ‘A thought-provoking and very fun read’ Praise for :

Reviews

Goodreads review by Kate on March 27, 2025

3.5 This is definitely a feel-good book. If you're feeling a bit fed up with the way your life is going then I'd recommend this one. Amy, Lenore, Susan and Carole have been friends since their school days. They still live in the small town and even though their lives have diverged they're still a sup......more

Goodreads review by Jo on March 13, 2025

Happy publication day 🥳🎉🎧 Having absolutely loved Ginger and Me by the author I practically broke a nail in my rush to request Graffiti Girls, and I wasn’t disappointment, In what feels like a rarity, I could relate to every one of this group of old friends in one way or another, each of them brought......more

Goodreads review by Bianca on April 03, 2025

This is a tale for women who are a bit fed up with life. It serves as a reminder that we are in charge of our own lives, but sometimes we need a kick up the butt from a friend to remind us how amazing we are and make the changes we want to happen. The friendship between the 4 women is a lovely relati......more

Goodreads review by Yvonne on March 13, 2025

Four friends have a bit of a moment, are in their 40s, have a career, family or the lifestyle they want. Or so they think. The women had big dreams when they were at school together, they discussed the things they wanted to achieve, but now as they look back they feel they are missing out on somethi......more

Goodreads review by Jayne on March 12, 2025

Forty and fabulous – but fading into the background and possibly the future … four friends have reached a stalemate in their lives and realise their talents are ignored and to a great extent wasted. A wild idea sets them free, awakens their independence at this milestone in their lives. A fast read,......more


Quotes

' Caron McKinlay, author of 'A rebellious and uplifting tale of punkish, middle-aged, feminist defiance, told with wit, warmth and energy. I was rooting for Soave’s tenderly drawn characters on every page' ' is a sharply observed and thought-provoking cri de coeur about everyday sexism. It is the uplifting story of a group of women re-setting their lives and re-discovering their purpose during mid-life crises extraordinaire – a tale told with passion and verve' 'A fiery, funny and fierce feminist read that packs an emotional punch, Graffiti Girls explores big themes with empathy, insight and grace. I miss spending time with these characters' 'Stingingly observed, expertly executed, Graffiti Girls is a laugh-out-loud, relatably painful, feminist rage-induced tour de force' ' drips with feminine rage, a story for any woman of a certain age who’s ever felt invisible' ‘A gleeful tribute to female friendship’ ‘Elissa Soave first came to attention in 2022 with her stunning debut Ginger and Me…it seems Graffiti Girls could be set for similar acclaim’ ‘Meet besties Amy, Carole, Lenore and Susan…fuelled with rage, they’re on a mission to make their voices heard. We’re all rooting for them’ ‘An emotive, thought-provoking story – and a timely reminder that all is still not equal’ ‘Graffiti Girls doesn’t always make for comfortable reading. And that is its strength. It’s a book that evokes strong feelings. It’s a book that forces the reader to reassess their own life’ 'Empowering'