The Island of Dreams: The BRAND NEW uplifting, heartwarming escapist read from Saturday Kitchen's Helen McGinn for 2024

"This Changes Everything" is a new read from Saturday Kitchen's Helen McGinn. It follows Martha, the youngest of three sisters, who calls off a wedding at the last moment and needs a change of scene. When she is given the opportunity of a holiday to Paxos, she wonders if it was a mistake. However, the island and its residents start to work their magic on Martha, and she meets single father Harry and his adorable son Milo. The book is praised for its emotional wisdom, heartbreak, and hope, and is particularly brilliant on the importance of friendship and taking things one day at a time. It is a lovely uplifting book that transported me away, first to the beautiful city of Rome and then to gorgeous Cornwall. It is a moving and emotional story of families in all their messy wonderfulness, of people losing one another, and then coming together again in unexpected ways.

Format: Hardback
Length: 210 pages
Publication date: 13 February 2024
Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd

The captivating novel "The Last Minute Bride" by Helen McGinn takes readers on a delightful journey to the picturesque Greek island of Paxos. Martha, the youngest of three sisters, finds herself in a predicament as she cancels her wedding at the last moment, leaving her feeling uncertain about her future and her relationship with her sister, Iris. Seeking a change of scenery, Martha embarks on a solo holiday to Paxos, where she encounters a world of warmth, freedom, and fun.

As Martha explores the island, she meets single father Harry and his adorable son, Milo. Their connection sparks a new way of living for Martha, contrasting her dull routine back home. However, as her time on the island comes to an end, Martha finds herself torn between the warmth and familiarity of her life in London and the newfound love she has found on Paxos.

"The Last Minute Bride" is a beautifully written novel that explores themes of love, friendship, and family. Helen McGinn's writing is filled with emotional wisdom, heartache, and hope, making it a particularly brilliant portrayal of the importance of friendship and taking things one day at a time. The novel is praised for its uplifting spirit and ability to transport readers to different locations, including the picturesque city of Rome and the stunning Cornwall coast.

Fans of Erica James, Carol Kirkwood, and Karen Swan will thoroughly enjoy "The Last Minute Bride." It is a lovely and uplifting book that will leave readers feeling inspired and uplifted. Whether you're looking for a relaxing escape or a story that explores the complexities of human relationships, "The Last Minute Bride" is a must-read that will leave you wanting more.

Weight: 374g
Dimension: 160 x 237 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781802806106