The Family Holiday
by Elizabeth Noble
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Pub Date 25 Jun 2020 | Archive Date 7 Sep 2020
Penguin UK - Michael Joseph | Penguin
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Description
The stunning new novel about the joys and heartbreaks of a family divided and reunited, by the bestselling author of the Richard & Judy selection Love, Iris.
The Chamberlain family – Charlie and Daphne, and their children Laura, Scott and Nick – had fantastic summer holidays when they were young. But then, inevitably, the children grew up, and their own messy lives got in the way.
Since their mum died, it feels to them all as if their family just isn’t that close any more. And Charlie fears his kids have all lost their direction.
For his eightieth birthday, all Charlie wants is to bring his family together again – and by some miracle, they’ve all said yes.
So for the first time in a very long time, the Chamberlains are going on a family holiday.
It’s only ten days . . . how hard can it be?
Praise for Elizabeth Noble:
‘Nobody weaves a complex web of stories with
quite the same skill as Elizabeth Noble’
Sunday Express
'Witty, pacy and immediately engaging' Glamour
'Noble is a mistress of the tearjerking message of love' Express
'Honest and beautifully written' Woman & Home
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781405934541 |
| PRICE | £7.99 (GBP) |
| PAGES | 432 |
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Susan P, Reviewer
A brilliant read and seems more relevant at this difficult time in history. Charlie arranged for his family to celebrate his 80th birthday by having a summer family holiday. Each has their own problems, but they begin to remember how their family used to be. A thoroughly good read.
Tamsin P, Reviewer
I loved this book. It was completely perfect, from start to finish.
Charlie is approaching his 80th birthday and decides to rent a large house and invite his family to holiday with him. They are a perfectly average family; each have their own joys and heartaches. They probably haven’t spent as much time together as they should, but not for any reason other than time and distance.
Before the holiday we are introduced to each family. Laura, recently separated, and her son Ethan. Nick and his 3 children, still reeling from the loss of Carrie, and Scott with his new wife and 2 step daughters. As the holiday progresses we see them learn to relax and enjoy each other again. It’s a gorgeously uncomplicated read where you feel part of this warm, loving family. I was so glad we got to find out a little about what happened after the holiday too. I’d definitely read a sequel!
With a charming storyline, a fantastic mix of characters and beautifully written prose, this book is perfect. Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for my copy of this book.
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