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Second Pocket First

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About Second Pocket First

Title: Second Pocket First

Author: Gregory Grosvenor

Released: March 1, 2025

Find it: Amazon

Issey considers himself a masterful and elegant thief. He’s just as meticulous with his lockpicking tools as he is with his ankle boots and slimming turtlenecks. He’s also easily confused, stupid, and maybe not so good at being a thief.

Unforeseen circumstances bring him back to his childhood town, the wonderland that is Vermont’s Bell River Valley. With the holidays on the horizon, he sets his sights on the town’s open doors. But just as his thieving begins, with accompanying shapewear and accessories, something unexpected happens—he falls backwards into becoming the town hero. The sudden hero role ushers in wealth, adoration, and a love interest so mysterious he hardly knows her name.

However, before he can get too cozy, an uninvited associate from his past reappears—as does every last item Issey has ever stolen.

Second Pocket First shoehorns comedy, crime, and small-town charm into this delightful romp as Issey must decide between old habits and a sudden devotion to the town’s goodwill.

Book Blurbs

“In the tradition of the great comic novels. Original, quirky, bighearted, I loved this book!”-Janet Peery, National Book Award Finalist

A lighthearted jaunt alongside a lovable loser whose rise and fall will keep readers turning pages. -Kirkus Reviews

“Catches the reader’s attention with its simplicity and humor from the very first chapter to the very last page and an ending that is unexpected but wholly satisfying.” –Bernadette Longu, Readers’ Favorite

“Second Pocket First is a twenty-first-century picaresque novel. In the guise of gentleman thief Issey, Gregory Grosvenor has created an interesting protagonist whose peculiarly wayward moral compass marks him out as not quite of our times.” –Craig Jones, IndieReader

“With all the serious news and tragedies taking place, Second Pocket First provides a light, fun diversion.” -JD Jung, Underrated Reads

“A delightful read for those who enjoy literary fiction infused with comedic undertones and eccentric characters.” -Carol Thompson, Readers’ Favorite

Review for Second Pocket First

If you’re looking for a break from the chaos of real life, this book is your ticket. It’s funny, it’s offbeat, and it doesn’t take itself too seriously—which is exactly the point. Issey, our eccentric, self-proclaimed criminal mastermind (who’s actually terrible at thieving), is a total riot. I laughed out loud more than once and constantly found myself rooting for him… while also begging him to make better choices.

Set in the charmingly odd town of Bell River Valley, Vermont, the story follows Issey’s misadventures as he stumbles into becoming an accidental hero. The title? Absolute perfection once you realize its deeper meaning.

This book is snarky, sarcastic, and totally fun. If you like quirky characters, unpredictable plots, and stories that leave you grinning, don’t miss this one. It’s a quick, hilarious escape—just what the doctor ordered.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ — Pure entertainment with a side of chaos and charm.

About The Author

Gregory Grosvenor grew up in Ansbach, Germany. He moved to the US, earning an MFA from Old Dominion University. For two decades, he has taught writing and the art of the short story at various colleges in Virginia, Maryland, and Massachusetts. Grosvenor currently lives in Somerville, Massachusetts with his three cats, Dinah, Theo, and Bramlet Abercrombie. Second Pocket First is his debut novel. Mr. Grosvenor is available for interviews, podcast, speaking engagements, and book signings.

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