This Is Why We Can't Have Nice Things by Naomi Wood
This Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things by Naomi Wood is a sharp, satirical novel that slices through the world of privilege, perfectionism, and performative friendship. Set in a luxury villa on a Greek island, a supposedly relaxing girls' getaway spirals into chaos when old wounds, hidden truths, and bitter resentments boil over. With biting humor and emotional depth, Wood explores the complexities of modern womanhood, ambition, and the social pressures that hold even the closest friendships together or rip them apart.
This is a darkly funny, emotionally resonant read for fans of Big Little Lies and Fleishman Is in Trouble.
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Perfect for readers of Dolly Alderton, Lisa Jewell, and Meg Mason this novel is a biting commentary on friendship, power, and the masks we wear.
Why This Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things is a Must-Read:
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Toxic Friendships: A deep dive into betrayal, envy, and unresolved tension.
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Satirical & Smart: Witty, emotionally intelligent writing with a feminist edge.
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Beach Read With Bite: Escapist setting meets psychological realism.
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Unforgettable Characters: Flawed, relatable, and vividly drawn.
Memorable Quote (from the book)
"It’s not the lie that ruins things it’s the silence that follows it."
Translation (Sinhala):
"අපව විනාශ කරන්නේ බොරුම නොවෙයි ඒකට පසුව ඇති මවුනියි."
Translation (Tamil):
"நம்மை சிதைக்கும்து பொய் அல்ல அதனைத் தொடர்ந்து வரும் மௌனம்தான்."
Availability at Booxworm.lk
You can order This Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things by Naomi Wood online from Booxworm.lk or visit our Colombo store to enjoy this darkly hilarious and painfully honest novel of friendship and fallout.
Physical Store Location:
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About the Book
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Title: This Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things
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Author: Naomi Wood
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ISBN: 9781472228871
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Publisher: Orion Publishing Group
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Published Year: 2024
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Number of Pages: ~336 Pages (Paperback)
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Genre: Contemporary Fiction / Satire / Women’s Fiction
