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Old Girls on Deck
- Author
- Maddie Please
- Narrator
- Penelope Freeman
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Publish Date
- 4 July 2024
- Run Time
- 9 hours 20 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
- Genre
- Modern and contemporary fiction, Contemporary lifestyle fiction, Family life fiction, Contemporary romance, Romance: wholesome, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Death, grief, loss, Narrative theme: Interior life, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Narrative theme: Sense of place, Fiction: mashup
What to expect
It’s never too late to sail a new course...
When retired Jill Parker wins an all-expenses paid mediterranean cruise for two she is thrilled! At 63 life in retirement has got a little bit bland for Jill and this might be just the holiday she and husband Eddy need to get the sparks back in their marriage.
But when Eddy admits he would much prefer to build his patio and look through the latest DIY magazine, Jill is left with only one other option – her sister Diana.
Diana has become rather reclusive since her husband, Caspar died, but perhaps this is the push she needs to bring some excitement back into her life, too?
Could this trip be just what both sisters need to reconnect and chart a new path for their futures?
Excited to be exploring new horizons and catching up, the sisters soon discover that not everything is smooth sailing on board. And as they enjoy cocktails together at sundown, they discover that they are both actually a little all at sea…
An uplifting and hilarious story about living life to the full and always, always having fun! Perfect for fans of Judy Leigh and Dee Macdonald
What readers are saying about Maddie Please:
'Sea, sunshine, romance and fabulous characters; Maddie's light touch and sense of fun will lift your spirits!'Bestselling author Judy Leigh
'A new lease of life under the Greek sun. As fresh and delicious as chilled retsina!' Sunday Times Bestselling author Phillipa Ashley.
'For a book that’s as cheering and restorative as a long lunch with your very best friend, Maddie Please is the author you need to know!' Bestselling author Chris Manby
'Genuine and life-affirming…a wonderful, lighthearted novel about how it is never too late to find happiness.’ Bestselling author Kitty Wilson
'A heart-warming story filled with friendship and fun. It's official - I want to be an Old Duck!' Bestselling author Maisie Thomas
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Details
- Author
- Maddie Please
- Narrator
- Penelope Freeman
- Duration
- 9 hours 20 minutes
- Release Date
- 4 July 2024
- ISBN
- 9781804837337
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Genre
- Modern and contemporary fiction, Contemporary lifestyle fiction, Family life fiction, Contemporary romance, Romance: wholesome, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Death, grief, loss, Narrative theme: Interior life, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Narrative theme: Sense of place, Fiction: mashup
Synopsis
The hilarious novel from the #1 bestselling author, Maddie Please!It’s never too late to sail a new course...When retired Jill Parker wins an all-expenses paid mediterranean cruise for two she is thrilled! At 63 life in retirement has got a little bit bland for Jill and this might be just the holiday she and husband Eddy need to get the sparks back in their marriage.But when Eddy admits he would much prefer to build his patio and look through the latest DIY magazine, Jill is left with only one other option – her sister Diana.Diana has become rather reclusive since her husband, Caspar died, but perhaps this is the push she needs to bring some excitement back into her life, too?Could this trip be just what both sisters need to reconnect and chart a new path for their futures?Excited to be exploring new horizons and catching up, the sisters soon discover that not everything is smooth sailing on board. And as they enjoy cocktails together at sundown, they discover that they are both actually a little all at sea…An uplifting and hilarious story about living life to the full and always, always having fun! Perfect for fans of Judy Leigh and Dee MacdonaldWhat readers are saying about Maddie Please:'Sea, sunshine, romance and fabulous characters; Maddie's light touch and sense of fun will lift your spirits!'Bestselling author Judy Leigh'A new lease of life under the Greek sun. As fresh and delicious as chilled retsina!' Sunday Times Bestselling author Phillipa Ashley.'For a book that’s as cheering and restorative as a long lunch with your very best friend, Maddie Please is the author you need to know!' Bestselling author Chris Manby'Genuine and life-affirming…a wonderful, lighthearted novel about how it is never too late to find happiness.’ Bestselling author Kitty Wilson'A heart-warming story filled with friendship and fun. It's official - I want to be an Old Duck!' Bestselling author Maisie Thomas
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