Having read and enjoyed Freya Kennedy's The Hopes and Dreams of Libby Quinn , I am delighted to feature In Pursuit of Happiness which returns to some familiar characters.
'A lovely escape that leaves you feeling warm and fuzzy
inside. Just what’s needed at the moment' No1 bestselling author Jane Fallon
The world is waiting...but just outside of your comfort
zone.
Jo Campbell is perfectly content in a perfectly structured
life.
Nothing ever changes in Jo’s life, and she likes it that
way.
Or at least, she tells herself she does.
Most of the time, she manages to push down the tiny voice
that tells her to chase her dream and maybe, just maybe, open her battered and
bruised heart up to love.
But to chase her dreams she needs to take chances that are
way out of her comfort zone and learn to not put other people’s happiness above
her own.
Most of all she has to learn to trust her heart, which may
just be the biggest challenge of all.
My Thoughts
When I reviewed The Hopes and Dreams of Libby Quinn, I commented that I was hoping for a return trip to Once Upon a Book, Libby's wonderful bookshop. Well, my wish has been granted. This time the focus of the story is Noah's sister, Jo, a would-be author who has constructed a life she feels confident with but who realises in order to fulfil her ambitions, she will need to step out of that comfort zone. You get to find out quite a bit about why she is as she is. Her relationship with her adopted little sister, Clara, tells you everything you need to know about her character. Family is everything to her. I found her to be likeable and spirited, with a kind heart.
The community around Ivy Lane rallies around its inhabitants and they look out for each other. Feeling protective of one of its older members, Harry, leads Jo to regard his grandson with a suspicious eye. How their story unfolds has a few surprises- enough said! This story centres around people who are taking a chance and starting again. The lovely, inclusive setting in Derry adds to the warmth the book emanates. What an enjoyable read!
In short: Follow your dreams!
About the Author
Freya Kennedy lives in Derry, Northern Ireland, with her
husband, two children, two cats and a mad dog called Izzy. She worked as a
journalist for eighteen years before deciding to write full time. When not
writing, she can be found reading, hanging out with her nieces and nephews,
cleaning up after her children (a lot) and telling her dog that she loves her.
She has met Michael Buble and even kissed him. It was one of
her best ever moments.
She believes in happy ever afters.
Freya Kennedy is a pen name for Claire Allan, who also
writes psychological thrillers.
Thanks to Freya Kennedy, Boldwood Books and Rachel of Rachel's Random Resources for a copy of the book and a place on the tour.
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