Picture Imperfect
Picture Imperfect by Jacqueline Wilson is a new novel published by Transworld Publishers Limited on August 28, 2025. This edition, written in English and spanning 352 pages, serves as a nostalgic adult sequel to the beloved classic The Illustrated Mum. The story follows Dolphin Westward, who, at thirty-three, grapples with her role as a supporting character in her mother’s tumultuous life while striving to carve out her own identity.
In this exploration of personal growth, Dolphin navigates her stagnant existence, working in a tattoo shop and dealing with her mother’s unpredictable behavior. As she contemplates various paths, including a potential family life with gardener Lee and his daughter Ava, a romantic entanglement with actor Joel, and an offer from her sister Star to relocate to Scotland, Dolphin faces the challenge of breaking free from her past. The narrative delves into themes of women’s experiences and disabilities, inviting readers to witness Dolphin’s journey toward self-discovery and empowerment.
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Discover the joyful and uplifting new novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Think Again, a nostalgic adult sequel to the beloved classic The Illustrated Mum.
Will Dolphin retrace old patterns – or illustrate her own?
Dolphin Westward spent her childhood as the supporting character in the story of her beautiful, wild, volatile mother Marigold.
Now thirty-three, she’s painfully aware that not much has changed. She lives in a tiny bedsit, works in a tattoo shop by day and collects her illustrated mum from police stations by night.
Dol yearns to climb out of the rut she is stuck in, but has no idea where to begin. Could gardener Lee and his daughter Ava be her chance for a wholesome family life? Or maybe a steamy romance with roguish actor Joel is just what she needs. And what about the offer from her sister Star, now a successful doctor, to move to Scotland and live with her young family?
As the choices threaten to overwhelm her, will Dol fall into the role of extra in someone else’s story once again – or find the strength to forge a brand new path of her own?
READERS ARE OBSESSED WITH JACQUELINE WILSON’S FIRST NOVEL FOR ADULTS, THINK AGAIN:
‘Jacqueline Wilson taps into the joys and pains of women everywhere.’ – Dawn O’Porter, bestselling author of So Lucky
‘I cannot stress enough how much I loved Think Again.’ – Holly Bourne, bestselling author of So Thrilled for You
‘Think Again perfectly captures a woman at a turning point. I didn’t want it to end.’ – Katie Fforde, bestselling author of From London with Love
‘Think Again made me so so happy!’ – 5 STAR reader review
‘A read-in-a-day comfort book’ – Independent
‘Enchanting, moving, meaningful, fun’ – Alice Winn, bestselling author of In Memoriam
‘Beautifully told’ – Guardian
‘Warm and full of heart . . . pure magic – Laura Kay, author of Tell Me Everything
‘There’s such a warmth to Wilson’s writing . . . a total joy’ – Laura Pearson, bestselling author of The Woman Who Met Herself
‘I absolutely loved it.’ – 5-STAR Reader Review
‘Think Again is full of joy… I stayed up until 2:30 am as I just HAD to finish it.’ – 5-STAR Reader Review
‘Such a delight!’ – 5-STAR Reader Review
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