Lucy (or as her boss has always mistakenly called her Lucia) is fifty three. She’s the HR Director of insurance firm Beane & Company and she’s alone. Divorced. Her mother, sister and family moved to New Zealand several years ago. Her job has become her life and she is on track for the COO position. On track until her boss retires and a new, dynamic chief executive is appointed. With him comes Tara, new legal services director, expected to become - you guessed it - COO. The race is on. Tara wants the company to feature wellness and she’s going to a wellness boot camp? Lucy will too. What follows is a very funny, part satire, part exposé of the wellness industry that leads to a totally unexpected, satisfying conclusion. Love, Laugh and Leave Me Alone is a quick, delightful read with an endearing character (Lucy) and a somewhat endearing one (Tara). Enjoy! 5 stars.

Thank you to NetGalley, Avon Books UK and Harper Ford for this ARC.

Hilarious & heartfelt, this book had me laughing out loud from start to finish! Lucy's journey is a brilliant, & at times poignant, exploration of what it truly means to 'grow as a person.' Harper Ford has crafted a timeless, hilarious story that will resonate with anyone navigating the absurdities of modern life. This is the perfect read for those who have ever felt the pressure to keep up, who prefer a good book over a bootcamp, & who believe that true inner peace might just be a glass of wine away.

Love the chatty style of writing. Meet a new friend Lucy otherwise known as Lu.
Working hard as HR director, alone since her divorce and her mum, sister and her family emigrated to new Zealand. Seven years since her beloved dad died and still missing him every day.
The CEO announces his retirement, bringing in a new CEO and his sidekick.
Battle between Lu and new director Tara for the title of COO.
Twists as battle lines are drawn but can they see each others good points for the good of the company