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Book SynopsisPerfect for fans of A MAN CALLED OVE, THE BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL and THE LITTLE PARIS BOOKSHOP
Newly retired Philip returns home to Cologne and is thrown into emotional turmoil upon bumping into his long-lost sweetheart. In the midst of a domestic crisis, Ricarda confides in Philip that she is looking for somewhere to live. And there and then, Philip suggests that she move in with him - he is setting up a flatshare. Will she join him with his mischievous dachshund named Ralf?
To his surprise, Ricarda agrees, leaving Philip to scramble together a crew of retires in time for spring, for the most unlikely of social experiments. There''s grumpy cigarette-smoking grandfather Harry; quiet and discreet Eckart, curiously carting around his late wife''s headstone; Uschi, brimming with life, harbouring a passion for leotards and aerobics, along with sausages and outrageous knitting patterns; and then, ever-practical and warm-hearted Ricarda, towa
Trade Review
A very witty and pacy novel . . . an amusing and pleasurable read - Viva!
Full of humour, with some extremely funny and entertaining moments, but also moving and, despite its carefree tone, provides much food for thought - rautlos.de
Read this book, and you could be giggling and snivelling with emotion virtually at the same time - Donna
