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Blowing It

Blowing It

a brilliantly funny, mad-cap novel guaranteed to make you laugh from bestselling author Judy Astley

Summary

Readers of Carole Matthews, Jenny Colgan, Lucy Diamond and Milly Johnson will love this wonderfully witty and whimsical comedy from bestselling author Judy Astley. Perfect to settle down with!

'A fun romp ... funny and surprisingly thought provoking.' --
Sunday Express
'A hugely entertaining novel' -- Cambridge Style Magazine
'Another fluffy, fun read from Astley.' -- In The Know
'I loved it ... a lovely summer read' -- New Books Magazine
'A smashing novel' -- ***** Reader review
'Great story line, a lot of fun, kept my interest and didn't disappoint' -- ***** Reader review
'A fun book!' -- ***** Reader review
'A thoroughly enjoyable read' -- ***** Reader review

*****
WILL THE KIDS GET WHAT'S COMING TO THEM?

Sorrel is about to go off on her Gap Year. She sooo wants a home to come home to.

Ilex, her brother, is trying to upgrade his flat and marry his smart girlfriend Manda. He'd like some immediate equity.

Clover, the elder sister, has plans that involve a bijou second home in France. And she wants it now.

If only their parents would be sensible. If only they would sell their large, rather grand but somewhat dilapidated home and hand over their inheritance.

But parents aren't always as sensible as their children. They are planning on blowing the lot...

Reviews

  • A hugely entertaining novel
    Cambridge Style Magazine

About the author

Judy Astley

Born In Lancashire, Judy Astley has lived for most of her life in Twickenham, and was a dress designer and painter before writing her first novel, Just for the Summer, in 1994.

She has two grown-up daughters and lives with her husband in Twickenham and Cornwall.

For more information on Judy Astley and her books, see her website at www.judyastley.com
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