‘Brilliantly funny, emotional and uplifting’ Miranda Dickinson
Heartwarming, hilarious and fun – the perfect read for anyone who loved Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine, A Man Called Ove, Ruth Jones and JoJo Moyes.
Evie Gallagher is regretting her hasty move into a care home. She may be seventy-five and recently widowed, but she’s absolutely not dead yet. And so, one morning, Evie walks out of Sheldon Lodge and sets off on a Great Adventure across Europe.
But not everyone thinks Great Adventures are appropriate for women of Evie’s age, least of all her son Brendan and his wife Maura, who follow a trail of puzzling text messages to bring her home.
When they finally catch up with her, there are shocks in store . . . because while Brendan may have given up on life and love, Evie certainly has not.
'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, bestselling author of The Woman Who Upped and Left
‘I absolutely loved everything about this book… 5* out of 5*’ The Ginger Book Geek
‘By its end I’d laughed, cringed, felt really concerned, giggled, cried (rather a lot) and emerged into the rosier future with a heart broken, mended, and singing with joy’ Being Anne
‘5 stars! I Loved Evie . . . She has a Passion and Zest for life… I want to go travelling with her! . . . If you read one book that is a little different this month let it be A Grand Old Time! You won't regret It!’ Dash Fan

A Grand Old Time: The laugh-out-loud and feel-good romantic comedy with a difference

Literature & Fiction

Leigh, Judy

Humor & Satire

AVON.

Grand Old Time

You're never too old to live dangerously... The gloriously funny new novel from the author of A Grand Old Time.All Georgie Turner wants is to keep her family together. But with her daughter growing up fast, her sister married to a man Georgie hates, and their aging aunt getting more and more outrageous, nothing's simple.So when her brother-in-law makes his biggest mistake yet, Georgie sees the chance to reunite the ladies in her life. And after a little persuasion, three generations of Turner women head off on a very unusual road trip. Georgie's confident that some sun, sea and a bottle or two of prosecco will make this an adventure they'll never forget.What could possibly go wrong? A gorgeously fun and uplifting novel about living your life to the full, whatever your age. Perfect for fans of Dawn French and Fern Britton.Authors love Judy Leigh's books: '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, bestselling author of The Woman Who Upped and Left

The Age of Misadventure: The most uplifting feel good book you’ll read this year!

A Grand Old Time

Contemporary

Charnwood

The Vintage Village Bake Off

Boldwood Books

Lil's Bus Trip: The brand new uplifting, feel-good read from USA Today bestseller Judy Leigh

Parenting & Relationships

Boldwood Books Ltd

It’s always a good time for a road trip…\nWhen 82-year-old Lil decides to book herself, her 65-year-old daughter, Cassie, and her friend Maggie on a bus trip across Europe, she hopes for a little adventure to counteract the monotony of life. 
Along with three members of the Salterley Tennis Club and the Jolly Weaver football team, whose ideas of a good time are rather different to Lil’s and strikingly at odds with each other’s, the merry band of travellers set out on their great adventure. 
From moving moments on the beaches of Normandy, outrageous adventures in Amsterdam, to the beauty of Bruges and gastronomic delights of France, the holiday is just the tonic Lil, Maggie and Cassie needed. 
And as the time approaches for them to head home, Lil makes an unexpected discovery - even in her advancing years, men are like buses – there isn’t one for ages then two come along at once. Is Lil ready to share her golden years, and can the ladies embrace the fresh starts that the trip has given them. Or is it just too late to change… 
Judy Leigh is back with her trademark promise of laughter, happiness, friendship, and timelesslessons in how to live. 
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 Hopkinsbestselling author of The Kicking the Bucket List 
'Brimming with warmth, humour and a love of life… a wonderful escapade’Fiona Gibson, bestselling author of The Woman Who Upped and Left

Lil's Bus Trip

Genre Fiction

'I will never forget what the Nazi did to me. Never'1940, Nazi-occupied Paris. A powerful story of love, tragedy and incredible courage, about one woman whose life is ripped apart by war and risks everything to seek justice. Brand new from the bestselling author of The Resistance Girl.As Nazis patrol the streets of the French capital, Tiena is alone, desperate and on the run. After defending herself against the force of an officer, she must find a new identity in order to survive.An accidental meeting with members of the Resistance gives her a lifeline, as she is offered the chance to reinvent herself as perfumer Angéline De Cadieux.However Angéline will never forget what happened to her, and will do everything she can to seek revenge. But vengeance can be a dangerous game, and Angeline can only hide her true identity for so long before her past catches up with her, with some devastating consequences...Paris, 2003. When the opportunity arises for aspiring journalist Emma Keane to interview world renowned perfumer Madame De Cadieux about her life during World War Two, she is determined to take it. There are secrets from her own family history that she hopes Angéline may be able to help unlock.But nothing can prepare Emma for Angéline's story, and one thing is for certain - it will change her own life forever…An absolutely heartbreaking, unforgettable historical novel of war, sacrifice and survival. Perfect for fans of Suzanne Goldring, Ella Carey and Catherine Hokin.

The Golden Girls' Getaway

A Year of Mr Maybes: The BRAND NEW feel-good novel from USA Today Bestseller Judy Leigh

Humor & Entertainment

Humor

Never say never to falling in love…\nVal didn’t expect to be starting again in her seventies, but when life gives her lemons, Val is determined to make lemonade. 
Settled into her new home – a picture-perfect fisherman’s cottage in the small Cornish seaside town of Lowenstowe – Val is ready to start a new chapter. And with her son due to get married next Christmas, there’s also the little job of finding herself a plus-one to help her face her ex-husband and his new girlfriend. 
With the support of her neighbour Connie, and after decades of married life, Val takes the plunge back into the world of dating with trepidation and excitement. But can she remember how the single life works, let alone what her type is? There seem to be plenty of Mr Maybes, but no sign of Mr Right. 
As the year passes, and as friendships and community life flourish, Val begins to blossom. And as Christmas approach, she might just decide she doesn’t need that plus-one after all - although never say never... 
Judy Leigh is back with her trademark promise of laughter, love and friendship. The perfect feel-good novel for all fans of Dawn French, Dee Macdonald and Cathy Hopkins. 
Readers love Judy Leigh: 
‘Loved this from cover to cover, pity I can only give this 5 stars as it deserves far more.’\n‘The story’s simply wonderful, the theme of second chances will resonate whatever your age, there’s something for everyone among the characters, and I do defy anyone not to have a tear in their eye at the perfect ending.’\n‘With brilliant characters and hilarious antics, this is definitely a cosy read you'll not want to miss.’\n‘This is just one of those books that makes you feel good about being alive!’\n‘A lovely read of how life doesn't just end because your getting old.’\n‘A great feel-good and fun story that made me laugh and root for the characters.’ 
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 Year of Mr Maybes

Women's Fiction

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