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megh4's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Miscarriage, Pregnancy, Abandonment, and Car accident
what_heather_loves's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
"I'm proud of Granny V. She has become a TV presenter and penguin ambassador and been on another epic voyage. The has help me, Terry and Daisy through some horrendous issues and dealt with had ones herself. And now she's promised to keep the Locket Island project going until the end of the year."
Following her Adélie penguin adventures on Locket Island in The Antarctic (in Away With The Penguins), octogenarian and millionaire, Veronica McCreedy is back home on the Scottish coast. When Sir Robert Saddlebow invites her and nine year old cancer survivor, Daisy, to the Falkland Islands for his new nature documentary, which coincides with Daisy's 'I Wish' documentary, she jumps at the chance. There Veronica and Daisy meet Petra, a Rockhopper penguin, whom Daisy becomes very attached to.
Veronica's grandson, Patrick, and Locket Island researcher, Terry (Teresa) are still blissfully in love, but there are some bumps in the road ahead. Patrick is determined to find out about his mysterious father and Terry faces some big decisions.
Will Veronica adapt to a different turn in the spotlight, will Daisy get her wish and will it be happily ever after for Patrick and Terry?
This can be read as a standalone novel, but it is good to have read the first, because I was keen to follow the stories of the wonderful characters. Veronica is resiliant and determined; Daisy is a delight, full of energy; Patrick, who makes some poor decisions, and Terry are both a little lost, but kind and engaging. With an underlying environmental message about the harm we do to our planet, this is a charming and involving read with a focus on the landscape and wildlife of the Falkland Islands and Locket Island. There is plenty of drama with a number of surprises and plenty of emotion with some poignant moments. A lovely story to read and to gift.
Following her Adélie penguin adventures on Locket Island in The Antarctic (in Away With The Penguins), octogenarian and millionaire, Veronica McCreedy is back home on the Scottish coast. When Sir Robert Saddlebow invites her and nine year old cancer survivor, Daisy, to the Falkland Islands for his new nature documentary, which coincides with Daisy's 'I Wish' documentary, she jumps at the chance. There Veronica and Daisy meet Petra, a Rockhopper penguin, whom Daisy becomes very attached to.
Veronica's grandson, Patrick, and Locket Island researcher, Terry (Teresa) are still blissfully in love, but there are some bumps in the road ahead. Patrick is determined to find out about his mysterious father and Terry faces some big decisions.
Will Veronica adapt to a different turn in the spotlight, will Daisy get her wish and will it be happily ever after for Patrick and Terry?
This can be read as a standalone novel, but it is good to have read the first, because I was keen to follow the stories of the wonderful characters. Veronica is resiliant and determined; Daisy is a delight, full of energy; Patrick, who makes some poor decisions, and Terry are both a little lost, but kind and engaging. With an underlying environmental message about the harm we do to our planet, this is a charming and involving read with a focus on the landscape and wildlife of the Falkland Islands and Locket Island. There is plenty of drama with a number of surprises and plenty of emotion with some poignant moments. A lovely story to read and to gift.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Pregnancy
Minor: Car accident
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