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

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After 30 years of marriage, and a wonderful family Christmas, Louisa is stunned when husband Kip asks for a divorce on Boxing Day. Hed never seemed unhappy and theyve raised three children together.

For months, Kip has been secretly seeing a younger woman and if that wasnt bad enough its the woman who broke their youngest sons 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 couldnt put it down!' Sarah Morgan

So, so good shades of dark and light in every character which are gloriously done. A deliciously satisfying story. Cathy Kelly

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