Frankly: The Sunday Times Bestselling Memoir

The instant Sunday Times bestseller, now updated for paperback, Frankly offers an unparalleled glimpse into the life and career of Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland's first female and longest-serving First Minister. Celebrated as a Book of the Year by The Times, The Guardian, and The Sunday Times, this memoir is a candid and compelling account of a remarkable political journey.

About the Book:

Nicola Sturgeon's enduring popularity was a constant in a turbulent era, marked by Brexit, the Covid-19 pandemic, and multiple changes in UK Prime Ministers. As 'Yes Minister' and Deputy Leader of the SNP, she played a pivotal role in bringing Scotland to the brink of independence, notably leading the Yes campaign in the 2014 referendum.

A Deeply Personal Journey:

In this deeply personal memoir, Sturgeon recounts her path from working-class Ayrshire to the heart of Scottish governance at Bute House. She bravely explores the duality of her public and private personas: the painfully shy and self-critical individual versus the consummate public performer. The book does not shy away from recounting her interactions with prominent figures such as Theresa May, Boris Johnson, Donald Trump, and Alex Salmond, her former mentor and eventual adversary.

Key Features & Insights:

• The instant Sunday Times bestseller, now updated for paperback.
• A Book of the Year in The Times, The Guardian, and The Sunday Times.
• Reveals the person behind the politician, exploring the schism between private and public personas.
• Candidly recounts interactions with key political figures.
• Infused with a love of Scotland and its people.
• Discusses mistakes, battles, and triumphs with honesty.

Specifications:

• Author: Nicola Sturgeon
• Publisher: Pan
• Publication Date: 6 August 2026
• Edition: Main Market
• Binding: Paperback
• Print Length: 496 pages
• Language: English
• Dimensions: 12.7 x 2.54 x 20.32 cm
• Weight: 329g
• Reading Age: 18 years and up
• ISBN-10: 1035040239
• ISBN-13: 978-1035040230

Frankly is a unique blend of personal insight and captivating vignettes, offering a compelling story of a truly extraordinary politician.