Welcome to the celebrations for the publication of Painting Bananas by Amanda Paull.
Painting Bananasis all about love, dreams and taking
stock.
Two happy couples, one person from each on the verge of change. But as
paths cross and plans unfold, will their spouses reveal their true
colours?
Alison struggles with insomnia. She also hates her job and fantasizes
about throttling her irritating oaf-of-a boss. Thankfully, her lifelong plan to
return to university will soon be realized. After supporting her husband in his
career for over twenty years, it’s now her turn. He’s rooting for her every
step of the way. Or so she thinks.
Meanwhile, Christopher has a wake-up call
with his health. Somehow, pre-diabetes has replaced his six-pack. He must take
stock immediately. He realises that the perfect solution is right under his
nose. He can’t wait to share his brilliant idea with his wife. The future looks
good. But does she agree?
Will the spouses show their support? Or will Alison
and Christopher start to wonder whether they really know their other
halves?
Painting Bananas was written and formatted with British grammar,
punctuation and humour. It is the second novel in Amanda Paull’s Cherry
Deneseries but can be read as a standalone story.
My Thoughts
This story highlights characters who are at a point in their lives where they are being forced to restock and reevaluate what they are doing. Alison has put others before herself for most of her adult life and is now thinking that it is her time to shine and to have a go at her long held ambitions. Christopher has tried to do his best to provide for his family but he is slowly realising that not everybody has his interests at heart. It portrays people who are taking stock of their lives and taking a long look at their partners.
A strength of the book is that it is a mixture of amusing and poignant moments. It feels authentic and you are able to follow Alison and Christopher's stories and find them credible. It is a light read which takes you along at a comfortable pace and which is always entertaining.
In short: Midlife crisis!
About the Author
Amanda Paull is a writer of humorous romantic fiction. She
lives in theNorth East of England with her husband and works in the public
sector. The inspiration for her stories comes from real life, which she tries
to show the funnier side of by embellishing to the hilt.
You can follow Amanda here: Facebook
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Book links: Amazon UK | Amazon UK
Thanks to Amand Paull and Rachel of Rachel's Random Resources for a copy of the book and a place on the tour.
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