I have a combined review of this and Getting To 18, coming out soon on WRX. I spoke with Luke for 90 minutes, having never met the man prior. He did mention a friendship with the other RM, but wouldn't go into details. I cannot recommend this book more highly. His voice is his own, and comparisons to others, does his a disservice. This is a layered collection of stories, similar to Lazy Days at Lahinch, for the joy that it will bring you.
My house number is 53, and I will now call it Royal Cinque et Trois, in perpetuity.