With Sisters Making Mischief, Maddie Please has crafted another lovely novel that made me smile while reading it!
Book Description
Joy Chandler has had enough!
All she wanted was a lovely family Christmas with perfect turkey and luxury crackers. Instead, daughter Sara announces she’s getting divorced…and where is the fizz? And son, John and perfect wife Vanessa announce they are leaving for New York… and are the vegetables organic? And not one of them has made her a cup of tea!
So Joy decides she’s going to leave them all to it and head to France to visit her younger sister Isobel – a break from it all is just what she needs!
Isabel’s potato farm in France might be rustic, but Joy is hoping to find a bit of the old her again. Do her family really only think she’s their dogs body? Where has Joy’s joy gone?
Being with Isobel is loud and chaotic and being together brings out both sisters’ mischievous side! And being in France adds a welcome touch of ooh la la to Joy’s life again. Soon, she has a new job, a new man and maybe even, a second chance at living!
An uplifting and hilarious story about living life to the full and always, always having fun! Perfect for fans of Judy Leigh and Dee Macdonald
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My Review Of Sisters Making Mischief
This is a delightful story that mixes family drama, self-discovery, and sisterly escapades with a touch of French charm. This heartwarming novel follows Joy, a woman at her wit’s end with her ungrateful family, as she escapes to rural France to visit her free-spirited sister, Isobel.
The story opens with Joy’s chaotic Christmas spiraling out of control. Her daughter Sara announces a divorce, her son John and his perfectionist wife Vanessa reveal they’re moving to New York. Thankless chores mark the much anticipated holiday and there’s a distinct lack of gratitude or joy! Frustrated and exhausted, Joy makes the bold decision to prioritize herself for once and head to France, seeking solace and adventure with her sister, Isobel.
Once in France, the novel takes a vibrant turn. Isobel’s potato farm is far from luxurious, but it’s rich in character—just like Isobel herself. The dynamic between the sisters is beautifully crafted: Isobel’s bold, carefree nature is the perfect foil to Joy’s initially reserved demeanor. The rustic setting and French charm help Joy reconnect with a version of herself she thought was lost. Their mischievous adventures are both hilarious and touching, as Joy learns to embrace spontaneity and self-worth.
What makes Sisters Making Mischief stand out is its balance of humor and heartfelt moments. Joy’s journey is relatable for anyone who has felt overlooked or taken for granted, and her transformation is both satisfying and inspiring. The addition of a budding romance brings a sweet and hopeful layer to the story, while the novel’s themes of second chances and rediscovering joy resonate deeply.
Maddie Please’s writing is as warm and lively as her characters. Her sharp wit and vivid descriptions make the French countryside come alive, and the relationship between Joy and Isobel is the heart of the book. Their antics are funny, and their shared history adds depth to the story.
Joy’s journey reminds us all of the importance of self-care, the power of sisterhood, and the joy in embracing life’s messiness. Perfect for fans of uplifting women’s fiction and stories that celebrate starting over.
Maddie Please is the author of four bestselling romantic comedies, having had a career as a dentist and now lives in rural Devon where she enjoys box sets, red wine and Christmas. She will be taking a new direction in her writing for Boldwood with joyous tales of older women – the first of which The Old Ducks’ Club was published in May 2021.
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