People Like Us

In People Like Us by Sally Piper, a sharp, compassionate contemporary novel, Tina Lamb is forced to rebuild her life after a bitter divorce costs her the family home. Suddenly she’s living in a caravan on the city’s edge, navigating new neighbours, unwanted scrutiny, and the quiet shock of starting again after decades of caring for everyone else.

A job looking after the formidable Mrs Bell—wealthy, elderly, and far from grateful—seems like a lifeline in an ageist, sexist job market. But Mrs Bell’s intellect and bite quickly upend Tina’s expectations. As their guarded arrangement shifts into something resembling trust, both women begin to question what stability really looks like, and what it costs to pretend you’re fine.

Perfect for readers drawn to Australian fiction, women’s fiction, female friendship, and stories of new beginnings with humour and heart.

Make space on your shelf for a novel that surprises, challenges, and quietly cheers you on.