Charming, unexpected, honest -- RORY STEWART It is often said that the politicians of today have no hinterland, but then along comes Chris Bryant with a fascinating, frank, funny and moving account of how he became one; from young Conservative wannabe actor, Welsh-born, raised in Spain, to Church of England priest, to first out gay Labour MP in Wales. And all before his fortieth birthday -- REVEREND RICHARD COLES An unexpected delight, fearlessly frank, just a little bit scurrilous and full of heart -- GRAHAM NORTON This is a fabulous, funny and inspiring book. Chris is one of the most important, individual and principled voices in public life. This is the unexpected and fascinating story of how he came to be who he is and thank goodness it worked out this way! -- DAVID TENNANT Funny, moving and at times almost painfully honest, this is the best memoir of a politicians formative years since Alan Johnsons This Boy -- DAVID KYNASTON Writing about his life thus far, Chris Bryants A Life and a Half is a terrific read, smart and reflective by turns. A life of reinvention, rich in struggle, survival and swagger, moving yet unsentimental. A book of laugh out loud encounters, deep pain and great encouragement. A book that says never underestimate the life journeys of our parliamentarians. I wonder if that courageous little boy, caring for himself, his mother and his younger brother could ever have imagined such a life. The work of care continues. Well done him -- ADJOA ANDOH Chriss reflections on adolescence, the discovery of his sexuality and his path through modern politics are rendered with striking honesty and humour . . . Rich with anecdote, at times bittersweet, often wry, and always authentic -- RICHARD ARMITAGE Riveting, raw and hilarious. Bryants honesty is a force for good. Humble and proud in turn you wont put this down -- HELEN LEDERER
