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orsoshesaid's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
kirstyreviewsbooks's review against another edition
4.0
The Second Chance Holiday Club by Kate Galley
I received an advance review copy for free thanks to NetGalley and Aria and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Blurb
It's never too late to change the habits of a lifetime...
Evelyn Pringle isn't the sort to make rash decisions. Or any decisions, really – she's always left that sort of thing up to her husband. But he's been found dead, wearing his best suit, with a diamond ring in his pocket that doesn't fit her. When Evelyn finds a letter addressed to a woman on the Isle of Wight, she decides to deliver it. By hand.
So begins a very unusual holiday, and an adventure no one could have predicted – least of all Evelyn herself. With the help of some unexpected new friends, and a little effort on her part, Evelyn discovers that it is never too late to have a second chance at life and forge friendships that are well-worth living for.
My Opinion
At first I had my doubts about this book but it was actually refreshing to learn about Evelyn and all of her secrets. Whilst this is not what I was expecting, this was an enjoyable read that teaches us that is never too late to find new friends. I read this in one sitting and found it very easy to get lost in.
Rating 4/5
I received an advance review copy for free thanks to NetGalley and Aria and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Blurb
It's never too late to change the habits of a lifetime...
Evelyn Pringle isn't the sort to make rash decisions. Or any decisions, really – she's always left that sort of thing up to her husband. But he's been found dead, wearing his best suit, with a diamond ring in his pocket that doesn't fit her. When Evelyn finds a letter addressed to a woman on the Isle of Wight, she decides to deliver it. By hand.
So begins a very unusual holiday, and an adventure no one could have predicted – least of all Evelyn herself. With the help of some unexpected new friends, and a little effort on her part, Evelyn discovers that it is never too late to have a second chance at life and forge friendships that are well-worth living for.
My Opinion
At first I had my doubts about this book but it was actually refreshing to learn about Evelyn and all of her secrets. Whilst this is not what I was expecting, this was an enjoyable read that teaches us that is never too late to find new friends. I read this in one sitting and found it very easy to get lost in.
Rating 4/5
piperkitty's review against another edition
4.0
The Second Chance Holiday Club
Earc:NetGalley
Publisher:
Head of Zeus, Aria
Publication Date: 1 December 2022
Genre: General Fiction Adult
What a fantastic first book! This was a pleasure to read—witty in a delightfully dry way, cheerful, and heartfelt. The three elderly women's developing bond was expertly handled; it was understated yet moving. With topics like loss, infidelity, the discovery of long-buried secrets, and opening oneself up to new experiences, the author dealt tenderly and genuinely.
All three of these older ladies had to ask themselves, "Who am I?" and make decisions about who they wanted to be in the future.
Age doesn't have to mean giving up our ambitions and dreams or avoiding new experiences and adventures, as this book beautifully affirms.
Thank you for providing an eARC of Head of Zeus and Net Galley.
#NetGalley #bookstagram #bookreview #goodreads #generalfictionadult #thesecondchanceholidayclub @kate galley
Earc:NetGalley
Publisher:
Head of Zeus, Aria
Publication Date: 1 December 2022
Genre: General Fiction Adult
What a fantastic first book! This was a pleasure to read—witty in a delightfully dry way, cheerful, and heartfelt. The three elderly women's developing bond was expertly handled; it was understated yet moving. With topics like loss, infidelity, the discovery of long-buried secrets, and opening oneself up to new experiences, the author dealt tenderly and genuinely.
All three of these older ladies had to ask themselves, "Who am I?" and make decisions about who they wanted to be in the future.
Age doesn't have to mean giving up our ambitions and dreams or avoiding new experiences and adventures, as this book beautifully affirms.
Thank you for providing an eARC of Head of Zeus and Net Galley.
#NetGalley #bookstagram #bookreview #goodreads #generalfictionadult #thesecondchanceholidayclub @kate galley
thebooktrail88's review against another edition
4.0
Visit the locations in the novel
Ah Evelyn Pringle. She’s older than the usual protagonist in books but she’s different. Made from a different mould. She’s got the odd ache and pain and is griefing her late husband, but she takes comfort in memories of her marriage. However, when she finds out that her husband was not the man she thought she knew, she flees to escape her life for a while and heads to the Isle of Wight.
It was nice to go to the Isle of Wight. Not Bali or somewhere exotic for this journey of discovery. The Isle of Wight made it seem more real and accessible which worked well. There’s a fun journey getting to the island, and navigating the roads and ice cream shops! Wait until she gets to the Needles and meets the locals there.
She is there to take a letter, one she found with her husband’s things and ensure it gets to the addressee. So, this trip is both healing and very symbolic. i was cheering her on from the start and felt humbled she had invited me to go with her. You really do get to know Evelyn Pringle. I admit that name gave me such mental images that I had to go and buy a certain crisp in a tube before I had finished the book.
The thread of friendship and taking control of your life was a nice one in this book. The women she met on the coach to the Isle of Wight was a joy to read! Cynthia and Joy (apt name) I got an insight into what older woman could go through, but realised that this could be women of any age. What matters is the spirit inside them and a sense of sisterhood.
I was immediately on Evelyn’s side and marvelled at how she dealt with her husband’s death and subsequent discovery. Ms Pringle, you have taken me to the Isle of Wight but shown me what a true journey of discovery is all about.
thebooktrail88's review
4.0
Visit the locations in the novel
Ah Evelyn Pringle. She’s older than the usual protagonist in books but she’s different. Made from a different mould. She’s got the odd ache and pain and is griefing her late husband, but she takes comfort in memories of her marriage. However, when she finds out that her husband was not the man she thought she knew, she flees to escape her life for a while and heads to the Isle of Wight.
It was nice to go to the Isle of Wight. Not Bali or somewhere exotic for this journey of discovery. The Isle of Wight made it seem more real and accessible which worked well. There’s a fun journey getting to the island, and navigating the roads and ice cream shops! Wait until she gets to the Needles and meets the locals there.
She is there to take a letter, one she found with her husband’s things and ensure it gets to the addressee. So, this trip is both healing and very symbolic. i was cheering her on from the start and felt humbled she had invited me to go with her. You really do get to know Evelyn Pringle. I admit that name gave me such mental images that I had to go and buy a certain crisp in a tube before I had finished the book.
The thread of friendship and taking control of your life was a nice one in this book. The women she met on the coach to the Isle of Wight was a joy to read! Cynthia and Joy (apt name) I got an insight into what older woman could go through, but realised that this could be women of any age. What matters is the spirit inside them and a sense of sisterhood.
I was immediately on Evelyn’s side and marvelled at how she dealt with her husband’s death and subsequent discovery. Ms Pringle, you have taken me to the Isle of Wight but shown me what a true journey of discovery is all about.
piperkitty's review
4.0
The Second Chance Holiday Club
Earc:NetGalley
Publisher:
Head of Zeus, Aria
Publication Date: 1 December 2022
Genre: General Fiction Adult
What a fantastic first book! This was a pleasure to read—witty in a delightfully dry way, cheerful, and heartfelt. The three elderly women's developing bond was expertly handled; it was understated yet moving. With topics like loss, infidelity, the discovery of long-buried secrets, and opening oneself up to new experiences, the author dealt tenderly and genuinely.
All three of these older ladies had to ask themselves, "Who am I?" and make decisions about who they wanted to be in the future.
Age doesn't have to mean giving up our ambitions and dreams or avoiding new experiences and adventures, as this book beautifully affirms.
Thank you for providing an eARC of Head of Zeus and Net Galley.
#NetGalley #bookstagram #bookreview #goodreads #generalfictionadult #thesecondchanceholidayclub @kate galley
Earc:NetGalley
Publisher:
Head of Zeus, Aria
Publication Date: 1 December 2022
Genre: General Fiction Adult
What a fantastic first book! This was a pleasure to read—witty in a delightfully dry way, cheerful, and heartfelt. The three elderly women's developing bond was expertly handled; it was understated yet moving. With topics like loss, infidelity, the discovery of long-buried secrets, and opening oneself up to new experiences, the author dealt tenderly and genuinely.
All three of these older ladies had to ask themselves, "Who am I?" and make decisions about who they wanted to be in the future.
Age doesn't have to mean giving up our ambitions and dreams or avoiding new experiences and adventures, as this book beautifully affirms.
Thank you for providing an eARC of Head of Zeus and Net Galley.
#NetGalley #bookstagram #bookreview #goodreads #generalfictionadult #thesecondchanceholidayclub @kate galley
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