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The Highland Hens - The uplifting, feel-good read from MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Judy Leigh (Unabridged)

From MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Judy Leigh'Brilliantly funny, emotional and uplifting' Miranda DickinsonIn the imposing Glen Carrick House overlooking Scotland's famous Loch Ness, lives eighty-eight-year-old Mimi McKinlay, cared for by her three adult sons.Hamish has inherited his mother's musical talents, Fin is the responsible brother, and Angus has the complicated and brooding personality to match his dashing good looks.But what all the brothers share is a concern that their beloved mother is living in her memories of her days on stage, while letting her present days pass her by.Jess Oliver is at a turning point. Amicably divorced after years of being married, this trip to the Highlands is a first taste of independence. It isn't long before the beauty and hospitality of Scotland captures her heart.When Mimi and Jess's paths cross, a friendship is formed that will change both women's lives. And as together they find ways to look forward instead of to the past, long forgotten dreams are within reach, and every new day is fresh with possibilities.Take a trip to the Highlands with Judy Leigh for an unforgettable story of glorious pasts and fabulous futures, of love, friendship, family and fun. The perfect feel-good novel for all fans of Dawn French, Dee Macdonald and Cathy Hopkins.Readers love Judy Leigh:'Lovely... a book that assures that life is far from over at seventy' Cathy Hopkins'Brimming with warmth, humour and a love of life... a wonderful escapade' Fiona Gibson'This book, like its main character Mimi, exudes a certain joie de vivre feeling as you turn the pages. Highly emotional in places but heart warming and uplifting. Highly recommended' Jennifer Bohnet'The story's simply wonderful, the theme of second chances will resonate whatever your age, there's something for everyone among the characters, and I do defy anyone not to have a tear in their eye at the perfect ending' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'With brilliant characters and hilarious antics, this is definitely a cosy read you'll not want to miss' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'A lovely read of how life doesn't just end because your getting old' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review


Author:

  • Judy Leigh

Narrator:

  • Phyllida Nash

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  • Audiobook

Duration:

  • 11 h 4 min

Language:

English

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  • Culture
  • Music

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    Judy Leigh

    Judy Leigh completed an MA in Professional Writing at Falmouth University in 2015, leaving her career of 20 years as an Advanced Skills teacher of Theatre Studies. She has had several stories published in magazines, including The Feminist Wire, The Purple Breakfast Review and You is for University. She has also trained as a Reiki healer, written a vegan recipe blog and set up a series of Shakespeare Festivals to enable young people to perform the Bard's work on stage.

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