All Good Things by Amanda Prowse #Review

 

Today I am delighted to feature Amanda Prowse's latest novel, All Good Things. It was published by ‎ Lake Union Publishing on August 15th.

 
In this captivating story from the bestselling author of Picking up the Pieces, Daisy has always envied the perfect family next door. But will a weekend of unexpected drama prove that the grass isn’t always greener?

Daisy Harrop has always felt like she exists in the background, and since her mother stopped getting out of bed, her life has come to a complete standstill. Daisy would give anything to leave the shabbiest house on the street and be more like the golden Kelleways next door, with their perfectly raked driveway and flourishing rose garden…

Winnie Kelleway is proud of the beautiful family she’s built. They’ve had their ups and downs—hasn’t everyone? But this weekend, celebrating her golden wedding anniversary is truly proof of their happiness, a joyful gathering for all the neighbours to see.

But as the festivities get underway, are the cracks in the ‘perfect’ Kelleway life beginning to show? As one bombshell revelation leads to another and events start to spiral out of control, Daisy and Winnie are about to discover that things aren’t always what they seem.

 

My Thoughts

This is an ambitious story which looks at two families through the eyes of different family members. As each character's viewpoint is added into the mix, you realise that the dynamics between them are complex, with undercurrents threatening to upset the status quo.  I enjoyed seeing how the different generations interacted. The  materially wealthy were not necessarily happier or more content. As you glimpse what each character is hoping for, you will them on to make the best decisions, especially the younger ones.

    It is also striking how certain family members exert control, sometimes in a subtle way, to fashion the picture of happy family life which they are striving for. Some cannot express what they actually want for fear of upsetting others. As secrets and deceptions unravel, you are presented with families who are sometimes surprised to realise that some have guessed the truth years earlier. They have  constructed a life which is at odds with their inner wishes and desires. The end result is an engrossing read which raises questions in the minds of the reader and which never hands you the answers on a plate.

In short: a satisfying read for all     

About the Author

Amanda Prowse is an International Bestselling author whose twenty-eight novels, two non-fiction titles and seven novellas have been published in dozens of languages around the world. Published by Lake Union, Amanda is the most prolific writer of bestselling contemporary fiction in the UK today; her titles also consistently score the highest online review approval ratings across several genres. Her books, including the chart-topping No.1 titles 'What Have I Done?', 'Perfect Daughter', 'My Husband's Wife', 'The Girl in the Corner' and ‘The Things I Know’ have sold millions of copies across the globe.

A popular TV and radio personality, Amanda has appeared on numerous shows where her views on family and social issues strike a chord with viewers. She also makes countless guest appearances on BBC national and independent Radio stations including LBC, Times Radio and Talk FM, where she is well known for her insightful observations and her infectious humour. Described by the Daily Mail as ‘The queen of family drama’ Amanda’s novel, 'A Mother's Story' won the coveted Sainsbury's eBook of the year Award and she has had two books selected as World Book Night titles; 'Perfect Daughter' in 2016 and 'The Boy Between' in 2022.

Amanda is a huge supporter of libraries and having become a proud ambassador for The Reading Agency, works tirelessly to promote reading, especially in disadvantaged areas. Amanda's ambition is to create stories that keep people from turning the bedside lamp off at night, great characters that ensure you take every step with them and tales that fill your head so you can't possibly read another book until the memory fades...

Praise for Amanda Prowse:

'A powerful and emotional work of fiction' - Piers Morgan

'Deeply moving and emotional, Amanda Prowse handles her explosive subjects with delicate skill' - Daily Mail

'Uplifting and positive, but you will still need a box of tissues' - Hello!

'A gut-wrenching and absolutely brilliant read' - The Irish Sun

'You'll fall in love with this...' - Cosmopolitan

'Deeply moving and eye opening. Powerful and emotional drama that packs a real punch.' - Heat

'Magical' - Now magazine

 You can follow Amanda here: Twitter  |  Website   |  Facebook  |                                                           Instagram   |  Amazon Author Page

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Thanks to Amanda Prowse, Lake Union Publishing and Rachel of Rachel's Random Resources for a copy of the book and a place on the tour. 

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