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Laura Clark Is Away from Her Desk : The relatable and and hilarious novel for any woman who feels fed up. . ."I loved it" MARIAN KEYES - Helen Russell Publication Date:30/07/2026 But the island that raisedSO witty, so entertaining, yet so moving. Countless women will identify with Laura Clark. I loved it so much!' MARIAN KEYES'Brilliantly entertaining . . . surprisingly moving 'JENNIE GODFREY'If you're a woman with only so many f*cks left to give, this book is for you' CALLY BEATON'A book with a big, generous heart' BOBBY PALMER WHO IS LAURA CLARK? To her colleagues: an invisible forty something HR manager who restocks the meeting room snacks. To her