The Old Girls' Network: The top 10 bestselling funny, feel-good read from USA Today bestseller Judy Leigh

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'Brimming with warmth, humour and a love of life... a wonderful escapade’ Fiona Gibson

It's never too late to change...

After a health scare, 77 year-old spinster Barbara goes to convalesce in the sleepy picture-perfect English country village of Winsley Green with her sister Pauline. The sisters are chalk and cheese - Barbara, outspoken and aloof and Pauline, good natured and homely – so it’s not long before the tension starts to rise.

When Pauline accidentally knocks down a vagrant called Bisto Mulligan, the ladies find themselves with another houseguest. As he recovers, it becomes apparent that Bisto is not who he first seemed and, as the sisters get to know the kind and courageous man he really is, it’s clear Bisto could change both of their lives.

As the spring turns to summer, and the English countryside comes to life, can the three friends make the changes they need to, to embrace fresh starts, new loves, new journeys and new horizons. Or do old habits die too hard?

Funny, joyful and with a spring in its step that reminds you to live every day like it’s your last. Bestselling author Judy Leigh has once again written the perfect feel-good novel for all fans of Jennifer Bohnet, Rebecca Raisin and Cathy Hopkins.

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

'Judy’s done it again. Every woman over a certain age should read this wonderful book' Jennifer Bohnet

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' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'With brilliant characters and hilarious antics, this is definitely a cosy read you'll not want to miss' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

'A great feel-good and fun story that made me laugh and root for the characters' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review

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4.2
4 reviews
Grace J. Reviewerlady
June 16, 2020
Such fun! Just that little bit different but oh, so very entertaining! Barbara and Pauline are sisters who don't get on (I know the feeling!); but when Barbara has a bit or a turn, she announces that she is going to stay with Pauline to recover. Faced with this fait accompli, Pauline hopes that finally they can rub along together. When Pauline is inadvertently involved in an accident injuring Bisto Mulligan who, to all extents and purposes, is a bit of a vagrant she immediately takes him into her home to allow his injuries to heal - much to her sister's horror. Will these three manage to survive together peacefully? Who knew that two ladies in their seventies could be so lively and entertaining? I loved Winsleigh Green (spelled 'Winsley' in the novel); it's full of a fantastic range of characters each with their own idiosyncrasies. As with any village, there is always plenty going on; life can be very busy if you want it to be and I enjoyed all the interaction. A lighthearted story with more than a dollop of truth in the pages but also threaded through with humour. This is an easy, feel-good read - my first by this author but I'll definitely watch out for any future books. Well-written and enjoyable, I'm very happy to give this one 4*.
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About the author

Judy Leigh is the bestselling author of Five French Hens, A Grand Old Time and The Age of Misadventure and the doyenne of the ‘it’s never too late’ genre of women’s fiction. She has lived all over the UK from Liverpool to Cornwall, but currently resides in Somerset.

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