It was great to connect again with characters from The Lemon Tree Café through interaction around the main character of this book, Gina.
The story begins with an ending - I know that doesn't sound right - but it is comical and sets the tone of Gina's ex-husband, Eric. His derogatory comments about Gina's future spurs her on to prove him wrong and be proud of herself for trying something bigger than her current childminding career she is so good at.
Living in rented accommodation she sets out to purchase a larger property to expand her business and wants to include her elderly neighbours in the venture too. Not having any grandchildren of my own, and having been a childminder myself a very long time ago, I identified with Gina doing the school runs and making sure all her charges/mindees are well looked after. I warmed to the twin girls especially and was quite envious of Bing, Delphine and Violet having small children visit them regularly.
With a 'Flint' in the book it made me smile especially as our (great-nephew) Dexter is not yet a handsome young eligible bachelor - he is still at junior school! When Gina meets Dexter Flint her life goes on a roller-coaster ride of emotions as he seems to be blocking her course and churning her passions at the same time. It is an exciting ride, a great read and highly enjoyable way to while away the hours.
Well done again, Cathy Bramley.
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