'' A writer with heart, soul, and a dark and naughty wit'' ObserverWhat happens when ''doing good'' is no longer enough?''A convincing, moving account of man''s struggle with faith, marriage and morality'' Sunday TimesOn a clear, crisp summer''s day in Cornwall, a young man carefully prepares to take his own life, and asks family friend, Barnaby Johnson, to pray with himBarnaby - priest, husband and father - has always tried to do good, though life hasn''t always been rosy. Lenny''s request poses problems, not just for Barnaby, but for his wife and family, and the wider community, as the secrets of the past push themselves forcefully into the present for all to see.''Beautifully written'' TimesWhat readers love about A PERFECTLY GOOD MAN:''A most engaging novel, keenly observed, often witty, and beautifully written'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''A wonderful poetic, perceptive and very realistic insight into a very varied group of characters'' ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐''I loved this book - one of the best novels I have