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‘Wonderful on characterisation and family dynamics, and done very deftly, with that wry humour of hers. I was very entertained by her clever, tongue-in-cheek plotting.’ Marian Keyes The uplifting new story of fresh starts and second chances from the Sunday Times bestselling author Erica James… After a long and seemingly happy marriage, and a wonderful family Christmas, Louisa is stunned when husband Kip asks for a divorce on Boxing Day. He’d never seemed unhappy – and they’ve raised three children together. For months, Kip has been secretly seeing a younger woman – and if that wasn’t bad enough – it’s the woman who broke their youngest son’s heart. Now Kip is moving out and embarking on a new life with Zoe, and Louisa is left to pick up the pieces. Their beloved family home, Charity Cottage, is up for sale, and tensions are running high. Yet, despite the betrayal and anger, when Louisa lays eyes on what might be a unique and welcoming new home, she feels a first glimmer of hope that life might be taking a turn for the better. And while Louisa is making exciting plans, Kip finds himself facing challenges of his own and begins to learn that living the dream may not be as simple as he thought… Sunday Times bestseller Erica James returns with an uplifting, wryly humorous new family drama Praise for An Ideal Husband: 'Erica James explores the complexity of family relationships with skill and sympathy and her vividly drawn characters leap from the page. I couldn’t put it down!' Sarah Morgan 'We're certain you're going to love it' Glamour ‘So, so good… shades of dark and light in every character which are gloriously done. A deliciously satisfying story’ Cathy Kelly 'Erica James writes upliftingly and humorously about family life' My Weekly ‘So warm and kind in the face of betrayal. I can highly recommend’ Fern Britton ‘This compelling family drama puts a spotlight on how a family can evolve and re-invent itself… Effortlessly elegant storytelling from Erica, as ever’ Veronica Henry

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Readers love An Ideal Husband… 'Pure reading joy. So easy to glide through… You can identify with the characters and lose yourself in their stories.' Netgalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Another brilliant novel by Erica James. One of those books that I was really sad to finish… I was totally invested.' Netgalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I couldn't put the book down, and really grew to love the characters… I think most of us can relate to some of the things that happen in this book, which makes it such an enjoyable read.' Netgalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I love Erica James and her new book does not disappoint. She brings a real warmth to her characters and also a poignancy to her story telling. Highly recommend.' Netgalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Erica James does it again… I loved this book and could not put it down.' Netgalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This novel is truly beautiful… This could have been a story of bitterness and just deserts, but it is much more. Thought provoking, yet at the same time a most uplifting and positive read.' Netgalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Praise for Erica James: ‘A beautifully written story that examines the wonderful intimacy between mothers and daughters … a satisfying treat of a novel’ Adele Parks ‘A brilliant read. A compelling family drama, full of twists and turns. Completely absorbing’ Sarah Morgan ‘Wise and warm with plenty of twists and turns, you'll love this engrossing family story’ Rachel Hore, bestselling author of A Beautiful Spy ‘Glorious … a real treat’ Sunday Post ‘You’ll be swept away… in this beautiful portrait of a family and its multigenerational secrets. Emotional and uplifting, it unfolds in the most glorious coastal setting – delightful!’ Veronica Henry ‘A wonderfully compelling family drama that deftly touches upon some serious issues. Her characterisation is excellent, the setting beautiful and the slow reveals are delicately and sensitively handled. In this warm, escapist and utterly uplifting read, she’s on top form’ Sunday Express ‘Surprising and reassuringly wise, captivating and vivid, beautiful and authentic … Achingly wonderful, peerless storytelling with heart, soul and gentle wisdom – I adored this book’ Miranda Dickinson ‘A brilliant and gripping family drama … full of heart – and plenty of drama – … a brilliantly observational look at the complexities of family life’ My Weekly ‘Deliciously immersive … tracing the complex emotions and dangerous undercurrents that lie beneath the deceptively smooth surface of family life’ Iona Grey ‘A captivating read’ OK!

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Erica James is the author of twenty-three internationally bestselling novels. With recent Sunday Times Top Ten bestsellers including Swallowtail Summer, Coming Home to Island House and, most recently the hardback bestseller, Letters from the Past. Her books are loved by readers looking for beautifully drawn relationships, emotionally powerful storylines and evocative settings. In 2020, Erica received the Nielsen Silver Award for sales of over a quarter of a million copies for both Love and Devotion and Tell It to the Skies; she has previously won the Romantic Novel of the Year Award for Gardens of Delight and is a Number One bestseller in Norway. A keen gardener herself, Erica lives in Suffolk and has a fondness for Lake Como, Formula One motor racing and travel.

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