Review: Turning Thirty

Synopsis
Unlike a lot of people, Matt Beckford is actually looking forward to turning thirty. His twenties really weren't so great...and now he has his love life, his career, his finances -- even his record collection -- pretty much in order, like any good grown-up should. 

But when, out of the blue, Elaine announces she "can't do this anymore," Matt is left with the prospect of facing the big three-oh alone. Compounding his misery is the fact that he has to move back in with his parents. (Goodreads)

Review
Turning Thirty follows Matt, who returns home to England from New York after a break up with his girlfriend. He moves in with his parents and meets up with his old school friends and along the way overcomes his anxieties about turning Thirty. 

There's nothing new about about Turning Thirty, it's very unoriginal and expected. 
It's not as funny nor is it particularly insightful however the characters are great if contrite at times. It's Mike Gayle on a good day, not as funny as Mr. Commitment but not as bad as Brand New Friend. There isn't much of a plot and it relies heavily on inane conversations between the characters. I would recommend it as a simple, slightly unrealistic read.