Men Like Air

‘Men Like Air is a super book that needs to be read – reviews will only ever be able to go so far in explaining it. It’s a book for mornings, for lunchtimes, for evenings. A book for weekdays and weekends. There is so much to it and whilst you may wish you could have spent longer seeing where the characters went, you won’t feel at a loss.’ – The Worm Hole

‘Tom Connolly is a film director and his eye for detail and precision shows at every turn of the page.’ – W H Smith’s ‘Fresh Talent’ selection

‘The main element of Connolly’s incredible writing is how he manages to make this story into something beautiful and unforgettable... The real beauty of Men Like Air is that it is human in all its facets. Sheer bloody brilliant and for me, it captivated me unlike any other book this year but in a unique way... The ultimate love letter to New York. Men Like Air is one of my books of 2016 and should not be missed.’ – The Last Word Book Review

From beginning to end the writing is beautiful, witty, and sharp... Connolly orchestrates the relationships in the most assured manner imaginable, making the most of every scene and sentence. It’s funny, frustrating, upsetting, and very true to life. It’s a contender for book of the year.’ – Bookmunch

‘Men Like Air is not only thought-provoking and moving but also has some extremely funny moments... guaranteed to make you laugh out loud and worth the price of the ticket on its own.’ – Daily Mail

‘Funny and refreshingly complex.’ – Elle, The AW16 Culture Edit: 12 New Books To Add To Your Shelfie

‘There are just wonderful turns of phrase that capture the feel of the city and the nuances of everyday life, at which Tom Connolly excels. You can tell that he is not only an author but also a filmmaker, his prose has a very visual quality to it.’ – Tripfiction

‘A tender and moving read, it works incredibly well as a conversation about Men, and what makes them tick. Adding to that a layer of clever comedy, at times witty and at times almost slapstick, which combined with the deep emotions and tenderness of the main plot, leads to a book that had me crying with laughter one moment, and close to tears of sadness the next... Decisions these characters make provide fantastic moments throughout the book, and the air of unpredictability throughout is both charming and engaging – making this a must-read book.’ – Bookbag

‘The ‘love letter to New York’ may have been the hook for me but male friendship is an unusual theme which gives Connolly’s novel an added draw.’ – A Life in Books