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The blurb
Celia Summers, intrepid mother of two, is too cuddly for sweatpants, she suspects. But then, her class at The Harbour Rest Home are similarly clad. Celia loves her work as an art therapist. She's proud that she gives her elderly independents something to look forward to, even if her partner, Martin, disapproves of her efforts. He also has other things on his mind - telling complicated lies to Celia so he can sell Charlton Hall, his mum's house, to pay off his debts. Meanwhile, Celia fights to secure gallery space for her geriatric charges' artwork, and to keep The Harbour from being closed. She's even ready to abseil from a church steeple to bring attention to the plight of her old people, no matter that she might fall and end up splattered all over the flagstones. When she does fall, however, it's much more painful - in love with PC Alex Burrows coming to her rescue
Celia is almost superwoman - a hard working mother of 2, living with an impossible man called Martin. He hasn't even proposed to her yet. This could be a good thing. Martin is not exactly husband material and has some secrets that Celia would not like. Into the mix is a Mother-in-law who has never really thought that Celia was up to the job as wife for her son.
Celia works at at home for the elderly, The Harbour and really cares for the residents, scatty as they are. When the home is at risk of being shut down, Celia will go to any lenghts, or heights to stop it. Enter into the story the gorgeous man in uniform, Alex. Alex is the son of one of The Harbour residents and he becomes involved in the task of saving The Harbour.
Another funny, warm and full-on read from Sheryl Browne. There is so much going on in this story there hardly seems room on the pages for the goings-on. The author deals with some rather serious and heart wrenching situations with warmth and humour. Not sure whether to laugh or cry sometimes.
5 out of 5 for me! Loved it!
Thank you to the author for a review copy. This did not influence my review in any way.
Celia Summers, intrepid mother of two, is too cuddly for sweatpants, she suspects. But then, her class at The Harbour Rest Home are similarly clad. Celia loves her work as an art therapist. She's proud that she gives her elderly independents something to look forward to, even if her partner, Martin, disapproves of her efforts. He also has other things on his mind - telling complicated lies to Celia so he can sell Charlton Hall, his mum's house, to pay off his debts. Meanwhile, Celia fights to secure gallery space for her geriatric charges' artwork, and to keep The Harbour from being closed. She's even ready to abseil from a church steeple to bring attention to the plight of her old people, no matter that she might fall and end up splattered all over the flagstones. When she does fall, however, it's much more painful - in love with PC Alex Burrows coming to her rescue
Celia is almost superwoman - a hard working mother of 2, living with an impossible man called Martin. He hasn't even proposed to her yet. This could be a good thing. Martin is not exactly husband material and has some secrets that Celia would not like. Into the mix is a Mother-in-law who has never really thought that Celia was up to the job as wife for her son.
Celia works at at home for the elderly, The Harbour and really cares for the residents, scatty as they are. When the home is at risk of being shut down, Celia will go to any lenghts, or heights to stop it. Enter into the story the gorgeous man in uniform, Alex. Alex is the son of one of The Harbour residents and he becomes involved in the task of saving The Harbour.
Another funny, warm and full-on read from Sheryl Browne. There is so much going on in this story there hardly seems room on the pages for the goings-on. The author deals with some rather serious and heart wrenching situations with warmth and humour. Not sure whether to laugh or cry sometimes.
5 out of 5 for me! Loved it!
Thank you to the author for a review copy. This did not influence my review in any way.
About the Author:
Sheryl Browne grew up in Birmingham, UK, where she studied Art & Design.
A partner in her own business, a mother and a foster parent to disabled dogs, Sheryl has also been writing for many years, the road along the way often bumpy. She was therefore thrilled beyond words when Safkhet Publishing loved her writing style and commissioned her to write her debut novel.
Fab review! x
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5/5 :) I loved your 'so much going on in this story ... Great review Carol.
ReplyDeleteThank you for being a part of the tour ... and the final resting place on this tour x
It was an honour and a pleasure, Sharon.
DeleteIsn't it just perfect? Thanks so much, girs. Means the world to me, it really does. Thrilled to bits. :) xx
DeleteWhoop! FABULOUS review, thanks for sharing, Carol and huge congrats to Sheryl! XXX
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Nicky! This book launched alongside a bit of an emotional rollercoaster on the personal front. These reviews therefore mean so very much to me - it's hard to put into words! I am just so thrilled and touched that people have read and loved it enought to say so! FABulous!
DeleteYay!! Oooh, thank you so much, Carol! I was away from my PC this morn (let's just say was in waiting room - no mobiles allowed. Sooo frustrating!. When I got home, I was all a dither - and now you have totally made my day! What a FAB end to my tour! :) :) xx
ReplyDeleteLoved this book. Great review.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Anneli! :) xx
DeleteFabulous! Can't wait to read it!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Mandy! Really appreciated! :) xx
ReplyDeleteLovely review Carol. I am looking forward to reading this one too. I love how Sheryl brings humour and warmth into her stories.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, lovely Lindsay! ;) xx
DeleteA review with a little bit of madness. HB
ReplyDeleteWell, it is me, Harvey. It has to have a little bit of madness in there somewhere! :) Thans so much for stopping by! :) xx
DeleteWhat a lovely review, you must be thrilled Sheryl.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing Carol
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Totally, Sue! This is what makes all our struggles so worthwhile! :) Thanks, sweetie! :) xx
DeleteI enjoyed this, Carol. Hope your week is going well.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for stopping by, Carole! Muchly appreciated! :) xx
DeleteFab review - I love to read a book that can make me laugh and cry. Congrats Sheryl - your Little Bit of Madness sounds like a sure-fire hit!
ReplyDeleteJanice xx
Thank you so much, Janice! It's certainly had some lovely feedback so far. Warms your little cockles! :) xx
DeleteWonderful review Sheryl, and I think you're pretty much of a 'superwoman' yourself. Wishing you many, many sales.
ReplyDeleteMy first visit to your blog, Carol. Came across you on the Festival Of Romance site!
*Waving* What a small world it is! Lovely to see you here, Lyn. Thank you so much for stopping by. I actually think we're ALL superwomen! :) xx
DeleteA great review! Book slowly creeping to top of my TBR mountain. I might just have to accidently on purpose knock it over and restack. :)
ReplyDeleteLovely review and I totally agree! Sheryl has a way of making you laugh one moment and shed a tear the next - that's a real talent!
ReplyDeletethanks for share..
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