Today I am please to take part in the Publication Day Push for this truly heartwarming and uplifting Christmas release from Liz Davies. Thank you to Rachel's Random Resources for inviting to take part, and for my copy of the ebook in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.
Book Description
You’re never too old to fall in love…
There is a disturbance in the force and octogenarian Hattie Jenkins can feel it in her water. Still active and spritely, she guesses that the miserable-looking gentleman sitting morosely in the café where she works, might be the reason.
Widowed Alfred Miller has recently moved in with his daughter because she is worried that he’s becoming too frail and forgetful to look after himself. And he’s not in the least bit happy about it, especially since his home is soon be cleared and sold.
But when he enlists Hattie’s help to save some of his precious belongings, he doesn’t realise that Hattie’s mission is to save more than a few sticks of furniture. She’s on a mission to save him, too.
My Review
This was such a wonderful read and one I could not put down.
Hattie Jenkins loves her job within the Cafe of Bookylicious. She feels it keeps her young and she enjoys meeting new people.
Although something doesn't feel right with Hattie and she can't quite put her finger what it is. That is until she meets grumpy Alfred Miller in the cafe and then she gets a sense of what she needs to do.
Alfred Miller is grumpy ad feeling sorry for himself. Not only has he recently lost his beloved wife but he has also had to move to live with his daughter who think that Alfred is incapable of doing anything for himself. What also makes Alfred sad is knowing that the house that he and his wife made their lives in is now to be sold.
Hattie can see the sadness in Alfred and knows she needs to help him, and once she hears about the amazing hobby he has had over the years of making some beautiful wooden toys, Hattie has an idea.
Hattie's idea is to save the beautiful creations but Hattie knows that is not all she needs to do. she needs to try and save Alfred too.
This is such a heart warming and uplifting read that will really put a smile on your face.
I loved the writing style of this book it flowed well and I thought it was a wonderful story to tell.
I really enjoyed getting to know Hattie and I found her so interesting to read. She is so wise yet so young at heart. I also enjoyed getting to know Alfred and I completely understood his sadness. The fact his wife never knew about his toy making is very sad but I like to believe she would be happy with how his life has turned around after her passing.
The setting of the story around Christmas is just beautiful and you really get a sense of community and love from all of those within.
I also think the front cover of the book is beautiful and does make you want to open up and explore the pages.
I really loved reading this book and think it is a great read to lift you up and make you smile.
Published 18th October 2020
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About the Author
Liz Davies writes feel-good, light-hearted stories with a hefty dose of romance, a smattering of humour, and a great deal of love.
She’s married to her best friend, has one grown-up daughter, and when she isn’t scribbling away in the notepad she carries with her everywhere (just in case inspiration strikes), you’ll find her searching for that perfect pair of shoes. She loves to cook but isn’t very good at it, and loves to eat - she’s much better at that! Liz also enjoys walking (preferably on the flat), cycling (also on the flat), and lots of sitting around in the garden on warm, sunny days.
She currently lives with her family in Wales, but would ideally love to buy a camper can and travel the world in it.
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