By Your Side

The joyful and life-affirming new novel from the BAFTA-winning co-writer of Gavin and Stacey and the Sunday Times bestselling and Richard and Judy Book Club author of Love Untold.**SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2026 RNA ROMANTIC COMEDY AWARD**'A heartwarming and funny read from the brilliant Ruth Jones' Heat (Book of the Week)'Filled with compassion and populated with wonderfully engaging characters' ObserverAfter thirty-three years helping strangers at the council's Unclaimed Heirs Unit, Linda is looking forward to early retirement.But first, one last case: tracking down the relatives of the deceased Levi Norman, a Welshman who spent his final years on a remote Scottish island.As Linda delves into Levi's past, aided (and occasionally thwarted) by the residents of Storrich, she uncovers more than just his story.Bursting with heart and humour, By Your Side is about finding joy in the most unlikely connections, and the importance of holding on to friendship, love and community - especially when life gets messy.'Brilliantly told, you'll laugh, cry - and love it' Woman & Home'Ruth's books are always a joy and full of gorgeous characters' Prima