Call of the Penguins

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Brought to you by Penguin.

Veronica McCreedy returns in the delightfully feel-good new novel from the No. 1 bestselling author of Away with the Penguins - sure to become a firm favourite with readers!

Meet the heroine everyone's talking about . . .

Fiercely resilient and impeccably dressed, Veronica McCreedy has lived an incredible 87 years. Most of them alone, in her huge house by the sea.

But Veronica has recently discovered a late-life love for family and friendship, adventure and wildlife.

More specifically, a love for penguins!

And so when she's invited to co-present a wildlife documentary, far away in the southern hemisphere, she jumps at the chance.

Even though it will put her in the spotlight, just when she thought she would soon fade into the wings.

Perhaps it's never too late to shine?

© Hazel Prior 2021 (P) Penguin Audio 2021

Critics Review

This gorgeous book has everything! Mysteries, misunderstandings, arguments, reconciliations, kindness, love and lots of PENGUINS!
Clare Pooley, author of The Authenticity Project
Just what the doctor ordered . . . Funny, wise, touching. I loved it.
TRACY REES, author of The Hourglass, a Richard & Judy Summer Read
The perfect fireside read. Veronica McCreedy will capture your heart.
Trisha Ashley, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Christmas Invitation
So beautifully written by a born storyteller.
Lorraine Kelly
So many readers are set to fall in love with this charming story.
Prima
Call of the Penguins sparkles with wit, courage and kindness. This is a heart-warming journey into the highs and lows of human nature. I loved it!
Celia Anderson, author of 59 Memory Lane
A wonderful story, full of twists and turns. Outstanding.
Samantha Tonge, author of Summer Secrets at Streamside Cottage
This year's Eleanor Oliphant . . . Funny, bittersweet and wholly original.
Daily Express (on Away with the Penguins)
A glorious, life-affirming story. I read it in a day.
Clare Mackintosh (on Away with the Penguins)
A touching, uplifting tale.
Jo Whiley, Radio 2 Book Club (on Away with the Penguins)

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