Set against the backdrop of the troubled British summer of 2024, Rainbows and Lollipops weaves together three lives in a warm, witty, and unflinching story...

Set against the backdrop of the troubled British summer of 2024, Rainbows and Lollipops weaves together three lives in a warm, witty, and unflinching story about love, loss, and the families we choose.

When Jake met Tom, he thought he'd left Birmingham's gay bars behind forever-until a twist of fate lands him back in his childhood bedroom, sleeping under glow-in-the-dark stars.

Vicky, an ambitious lawyer and lifelong loner, has her life meticulously planned-until threats emerge that no power suit or clever argument can fix.

Lucy has planned every detail of her wedding down to the perfect petals-but "happily ever after" comes with a question mark.

As secrets unravel and lives collide, Jake, Vicky, and Lucy discover that family isn't always blood-it's the people who show up when everything falls apart.

Perfect for fans of Beth O'Leary, Mhairi McFarlane, and Dolly Alderton, Rainbows and Lollipops blends biting social commentary with heartfelt humour and emotional depth in a story about resilience, queer joy, and the surprising places we find our true selves.

Author: Mo Fanning
Publisher: Spring Street Books
Published: 06/12/2025
Pages: 320
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.69lbs
Size: 7.81h x 5.06w x 0.72d
ISBN: 9781739290382


Review Citation(s):
PW Booklife Reviews 03/03/2025

About the Author
Fanning, Mo: - IndieReader Discovery Award winner and Page Turner finalist Mo Fanning is a Birmingham-based novelist who blends darkness and light in character-driven fiction exploring the complexities of love, identity, and human connection. Drawing inspiration from his Midlands roots, Fanning infuses his writing with authentic voices and settings that resonate with readers seeking stories celebrating the beauty of imperfection and the transformative power of resilience.His latest novel, Rainbows and Lollipops, is a moving, sharply observed story about grief, chosen family, and the search for hope in unexpected places. Set in the heart of Birmingham, it captures both the grit and warmth of the city while shining a light on LGBTQ+ lives and friendships. Fanning's work invites readers to laugh, ache, and ultimately believe in the messy, stubborn brilliance of the human spirit.