The perfect feel-good story from besteller Judy Leigh. A must read for all fans of Maddie Please, Dawn French and Caroline James.Sixty-nine-year-old Fliss has lived a life!A career running her own successful business, a beautiful home, a wardrobe full of designer clothes – Fliss has everything she ever wanted. So why does she feel so lonely?Sixty-six-year-old Shirl didn’t expect to be looking after a baby again, let alone a grown woman who should know better. But with her daughter Gemma struggling to adapt to motherhood, and her boss Fliss increasingly reliant on Shirl to run her life, Shirl never gets a moment to herself.Fliss might not be great at life’s chores, but she is great at seizing opportunities, so when the chance for a jaunt to France’s beautiful Brittany comes her way, she decides it’s just what she and Shirl need. And as the sun-soaked town of Plouvannec-Sur-Mer begins to work its magic on the women, they realise there’s another way to live.From cake-laden patisseries, to joyous local fetes, from food, views and beaches to die for, to a community quick to embrace them, not to mention some rather fine French men for company, perhaps it’s not too late for Fliss and Shirl to embrace a new adventure and look forwards to a totally different future.Let Judy Leigh whisk you off to the beaches and beauty of Brittany. Warmhearted, funny and uplifting.'I loved this book. It's funny, emotional and a book that fills you with determination not to let life pass you by as you get older.' Jennifer BohnetReaders love Judy Leigh:‘Why did it have to end lol. I tried to slow down the pace but this author** draws you in straight from the beginning** and you feel straight away that you know the characters where they live everything! Such talent is envied!’‘This is another one of Judy’s terrific reads that is more than thoroughly enjoyable. It's more than a story- it's perhaps a message to all of us about “Carpe Diem” and taking hold of life with both hands whilst we can. The characters are wonderful and leap from the page like old friends.’‘Over the last couple of years, Judy Leigh (also writing as Elena Collins) has become one of my favourite authors. I love how she has older characters living their best lives and I try to read all her books… Judy’s characters are so well drawn that you warm to them straight away and are interested in their stories. Her style of writing is beautifully readable and her descriptions of people are particularly good.’‘This was a book I had trouble putting down! Thoroughly enjoyed the twist and turns. Can recommend for a good read.’‘I’ve loved every one of the author’s contemporary second chance romances, but I really think I might have found my new favourite. The characters were simply wonderful and soon found their places in my heart, their wealth of life experience and paths to future happiness so very easy to identify with, and the whole story had a warmth and lightness of touch that I found totally adorable.’Praise for Judy Leigh:‘Brilliantly funny, emotional and uplifting’ Miranda Dickinson'Lovely . . . a book that assures that life is far from over at seventy' Cathy Hopkins bestselling author of The Kicking the Bucket List'Brimming with warmth, humour and a love of life… a wonderful escapade’ Fiona Gibson

**A USA Today Bestseller!**Fall in love with this uplifting and heartwarming tale of friendship, second chances, and the magic of new beginnings, set against the picturesque backdrop of Newport Beach. This charming saga, the first in a series, celebrates the transformative power of friendship and mid-life self-discovery.Meet Jen Watson, a resilient widow, who finds herself in a battle to save her beloved grandmother's beach house from being sold by her own family. It's not just a house, but a memory trove that speaks of sunlit days, laughter-filled nights, and little hands crafting sandcastles by the ocean. As Jen seeks to preserve this irreplaceable piece of her heart, she's reacquainted with an old flame, something she'd never expected.United in Jen's mission are her two lifelong friends. Carrie, an unconventional dentist who dances to her own rhythm, and Faith, a devoted kindergarten teacher on the brink of retirement with aspirations of entrepreneurship. Their shared journey is one of unexpected adventure, personal growth, and the sweetness of love rediscovered.With their fifties unfurling in front of them like a second act, these three women face change with courage, grace, and a contagious zest for life. This series embraces the allure of new opportunities that can present themselves at any age, the preciousness of cherished memories, and the unbreakable bonds of friendship that make any storm weatherable.It's a touching and inspiring tribute to the women who show us it's never too late to redefine who we are and grasp life with both hands. As an added treat, experience the anticipation of a grandmother-to-be as Jen's son and his wife are expecting their first child.Pack your bag for Newport Beach and let the rolling waves and whispering sea breeze guide you through a captivating journey that will warm your heart and reignite your belief in endless possibilities. This is women's fiction at its finest - tender, evocative, and unforgettably enchanting.

Don’t miss the latest utterly emotional thriller, brimming with family drama from Sunday Times bestseller Susan Lewis!What happened to her was unforgivable. But what she did was worse…A fresh start where no-one knows her name is exactly what jazz musician Catie Mac is looking for from her sunny Sicilian escape.When she meets the enigmatic Giancarlo, she has stumbled across a love that could last forever … or can it?The scars of betrayal from her broken marriage and fragile family are only part of her story … and she is certain Giancarlo is hiding something too.Some secrets are too devastating to share…Sunday Times bestseller Susan Lewis returns with a pulse-pounding page-turner about fresh starts, family secrets, and the lengths we go to protect them. Discover the secret now!Readers LOVE Susan Lewis!‘I could not put this book down. It had me hooked from start to finish with a great storyline and many twists and turns along the way. What a rollercoaster!’ Reader review, ?????‘Wow this book is amazing. I am a huge fan of Susan Lewis but this book had me up most of the night reading’ Reader review, ?????‘Oh what a tangled tale, my suspicions moved from character to character as I read the book. A fantastic read’ Reader review, ?????‘This one did not disappoint, I couldn't put it down desperate to discover what was going to happen next. I would have given this more than 5 stars if I could’ Reader review, ?????Susan Lewis's book 'A Sicilian Affair' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2024-08-19.