Five Ladies Go Skiing
by
Karen Aldous
So today I am the blog tour for this brilliant read from Karen Aldous. Thank you to Rachel's random Resources for inviting me to take part. I hope you enjoy my review.
Book Description
A delightful new novel of love and friendship from Karen Aldous...
Ginny is alone now after losing her husband, so her friends (her F.L.O.W.E.R.S) decide with his first memorial imminent, learning to ski in the Swiss Alps would be a great distraction for her. What Ginny’s friends fail to add into the equation however, is their own distractions! The baggage they carry with them not only threatens their skiing but scales mountainous emotions throughout the trip. The questions then are...can their friendships survive, and can Ginny ever trust enough to love again?
Ginny is alone now after losing her husband, so her friends (her F.L.O.W.E.R.S) decide with his first memorial imminent, learning to ski in the Swiss Alps would be a great distraction for her. What Ginny’s friends fail to add into the equation however, is their own distractions! The baggage they carry with them not only threatens their skiing but scales mountainous emotions throughout the trip. The questions then are...can their friendships survive, and can Ginny ever trust enough to love again?
My Review
This is an absolutely brilliant read that I loved from start to finish. Ginny and four of her best friends, Cathy, Kim, Lou and Angie are heading for a Christmas break skiing in Switzerland. This is to help Ginny deal with the anniversary of her husband's death.It has really been a difficult year for Ginny and her friends are keen to help her get over her loss. It will be the first time the ladies, known as the FLOWERS, will have been together for a long time.
You really get to know all of the main characters as the story progresses and really find out what makes them tick. All of the ladies are very different types of people but between them they have all created very strong bonds and they all adore each other. They are all keeping a few secrets to themselves and are worried about sharing their secrets and looking like they have failed in front of each other. But as the week progressing it isn't long before they all start to open up and share what is troubling each other. They realise that sharing what is troubling them soon makes them all feel better however Kim is keeping one secret from her friends to try and protect Ginny from any more heartbreak and loss. However the choice is taken out of her hands and it really rocks the group. Is it possible for the the FLOWERS to deal with this revelation or will this be the end of their relationship.
You really get to know all of the main characters as the story progresses and really find out what makes them tick. All of the ladies are very different types of people but between them they have all created very strong bonds and they all adore each other. They are all keeping a few secrets to themselves and are worried about sharing their secrets and looking like they have failed in front of each other. But as the week progressing it isn't long before they all start to open up and share what is troubling each other. They realise that sharing what is troubling them soon makes them all feel better however Kim is keeping one secret from her friends to try and protect Ginny from any more heartbreak and loss. However the choice is taken out of her hands and it really rocks the group. Is it possible for the the FLOWERS to deal with this revelation or will this be the end of their relationship.
This book is written so well and it its great to read the story from all five different aspects and the setting in Switzerland sound amazing.
This was the first book I have read by Karen Aldous and I can assure you it will not be the last.
This was the first book I have read by Karen Aldous and I can assure you it will not be the last.
Purchase links
Amazon Worldwide http://mybook.to/FiveLadiesGoSkiing
Author Bio
Karen Aldous enjoys village life on the edge of the north-downs in Kent with easy access to the buzz of London. Not only does she love the passive pleasures of reading and writing, she also craves the more active pursuits with her family and friends such as walking, cycling and skiing especially when they involve food and wine!
Much of Karen's inspiration comes from her travels and meeting people. The UK, France, Greece, Switzerland, Italy and parts of the USA and Asia are just some you will experience in her books to date. However, wherever she goes, new characters emerge in 'Karen's World' screaming at her to tell their stories; past or present. She loves to write about strong independent women who can direct their own lives - but struggle to control them! And, of course there's always a gorgeous hunk or two!
Social Media Links
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/karenaldous_/
Giveaway
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