As ever, I am delighted to be taking part in the Publication Day celebrations for Liz Davies' The Ticklemore Tattler.
Sometimes you have to write your own
future…
The life of former journalist Juliette Seymour has been quiet and
unassuming. Up until now, she’s been concentrating on running the local
newspaper and raising her daughter.
But all that is about to change when Juliette is informed that the
Ticklemore Tattler is to fold and that she’ll be out of a job. She begins to
wonder whether she can buy the newspaper and try to make a go of it herself.
Aware that she needs some advice she contacts Oliver Pascoe,
little knowing that when her old colleague re-enters her life, his help isn’t
the only thing she wants him for!
As she begins to fall in love, however, what she doesn’t realise
is that Oliver has something he’s keeping from her.
A gorgeously uplifting story, perfect for fans of Holly
Hepburn, Heidi Swain, and Isabelle Broom.
My Thoughts
It is great to return to Ticklemore for another slice of warm, community life. This time, the story is centred on the attempt to save its local newspaper and we find out about Juliette and Oliver's story. There is plenty of humour, especially when Hattie is involved and a few surprises as well. Once again, the generations mix and set about using all their talents to try to save the newspaper. It is a warm, uplifting story, showing romance in middle age.
The story is told through both Juliette and Oliver's eyes which means that you travel outside the village at times. Juliette seems to have lost a lot of her self- confidence and looks back to her life as a political journalist, years ago, as if looking at a different person. As the story progresses, she has to reassess her life. As she looks at her empty nest, she starts to question her future. I liked the fact that she becomes aware of her part in the demise of the newspaper and begins to wake up as to how she can bring in changes. This is a comforting read with some lively characters.
In short: Ticklemore residents to the rescue again!
About the Author
Liz Davies writes feel-good, light-hearted stories with a
hefty dose of romance, a smattering of humour, and a great deal of love.
She’s married to her best friend, has one grown-up daughter,
and when she isn’t scribbling away in the notepad she carries with her
everywhere (just in case inspiration strikes), you’ll find her searching for
that perfect pair of shoes. She loves to cook but isn’t very good at it, and
loves to eat - she’s much better at that! Liz also enjoys walking (preferably
on the flat), cycling (also on the flat), and lots of sitting around in the
garden on warm, sunny days.
She currently lives with her family in Wales, but would
ideally love to buy a camper van and travel the world in it.
for a copy of the book and a place on the event.
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