'Funny, uplifting and warm' bestselling author PHILLIPA ASHLEYSunday Times

'Beautifully written, the characters leap from the page' Million-copy bestselling author SUE MOORCROFT

Meet foodie Maggie Lawford.

After spending her retirement travelling the world, she’s home again – and ready for a new adventure.

When Maggie’s daughter, Hannah, takes her to visit their favourite local restaurant, Maggie is heartbroken to find the place empty. But the last straw comes when Maggie realises the chef is at his wit’s end – she can’t resist charging into the kitchen and taking matters into her own hands.

Never one to give up without a fight, Maggie resolves to save their beloved restaurant from failure, and it’s not long before she has a military-grade plan to turn the place around again. Finding herself back at work, all she’ll need is support from Hannah and her cheeky granddaughter, Alice, as well as a little help from her neighbours.

After all, Maggie’s golden days aren’t behind her just yet…

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PHILLIPA ASHLEY'A breath of fresh air… funny, uplifting and warm.'

KATE STOREY'An uplifting gem of a novel! Funny, heartwarming and hopeful!'

'JULIE MAAn uplifting celebration…a great big hug of a book.'

KATE GALLEY'Funny, fresh and gloriously inspiring. I feel joyous after finishing this book.'

JANE LOVERING'A likeable cast of characters, an engaging story and delicious food…a fun, involving read.'

RUTH O'LEARY'I loved Maggie from the first page and cheered her on through every chapter.'

is an uplifting story about the joy of pursuing dreams at any age, full of warmth, heart and community spirit.The Unretirement –––––––––––––