The Pre-Loved Club

by Sue Teddern
The Pre-Loved Club cover
Good Books rating 4.33
Contemporary Fiction
Technical:
  • ID: 1522
  • Added: 2025-10-07
  • Updated: 2025-10-08
  • ISBN: 9781529025118
  • Publisher: Pan Macmillan
  • Published: 2022-08-04
  • Formats: 2
  • Reviews: 3
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Paperback • £8.99

Ned and Gemma's worlds collide at a support group for single parents, where first impressions are anything but favorable. Ned finds Gemma rude, while Gemma thinks Ned is self-pitying. But as they navigate the complexities of single parenthood and past heartaches, they begin to see each other in a new light. /n/nThe Pre-Loved Club is a charming and humorous exploration of love's second chances, proving that sometimes the best relationships start with a bad first impression. With wit and warmth, Sue Teddern delivers a story that restores faith in humanity and the power of love.

Reviews
The StoryGraph · 2025-10-07
insightful 4.00

The book is described as very funny and insightful, offering a feel-good experience that resonates with readers.

The reviewer on The StoryGraph highlights how 'The Pre-Loved Club' provides a very funny and insightful look into the dating scene and the experiences of single parents. They found the book to be a feel-good read that effectively captures the nuances of dating later in life. The reviewer appreciates the authenticity of the characters and the overall positive tone of the story, making it a enjoyable and relatable read.

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    Very funny and insightful look at reentering the dating scene and coping with being a single parent.

    This was a really feel good read and I loved the whole ...

    This was a really feel good read and I loved the whole ...

Portobello Book Blog · 2024-05-01
heartwarming 4.50

The book is praised for its humor and warmth, offering a refreshing take on dating and single parenthood. The characters are relatable and the story is uplifting.

This reviewer found 'The Pre-Loved Club' to be a delightful and humorous exploration of dating later in life. They particularly enjoyed how the book addresses the challenges and joys of single parenthood with a lighthearted touch. The characters are well-developed and relatable, making the story both entertaining and heartwarming. The reviewer suggests it's a perfect read for anyone looking for a feel-good story that balances humor with genuine emotional depth.

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    Sue Teddern's The Pre-Loved Club is a hilarious and warm look at finding love the second time around, and how a bad first impression might lead to the best ...

    This was a really feel good read and I loved the whole ...

    A very funny and insightful look at reentering the dating scene and coping with being a single parent.

Waterstones · 2023-02-02
uplifting 4.50

The book is praised for its humor and insight into dating and single parenthood, making it a feel-good read.

This reviewer from Waterstones found 'The Pre-Loved Club' to be a very funny and insightful exploration of dating and single parenthood. They appreciated the book's ability to provide a feel-good experience while addressing the complexities of modern relationships. The reviewer highlights the relatable characters and the overall warmth of the story, making it a recommended read for those looking for a humorous yet heartfelt narrative.

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    Very funny and insightful look at reentering the dating scene and coping with being a single parent.

    This was a really feel good read and I loved the whole ...

    A gentle reminder love never gives up on anyone.

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