Amanda Brookfield Books

Rachel is thirty-nine and the director of a successful advertising agency. She has a semi-detached lover and a smart flat in Chelsea. Rachel's many girlfriends envy her single, childless state - for she has all the benefits of parenthood, with her several godchildren, and none of the disadvantages. Something is lacking in Rachel's life, however. With her typical decisiveness, she focuses on it. She wants a baby. But unexpected hurdles rise up in her path...

The story explores the emotional turmoil of Esther as she confronts the challenges of divorce from Lucas, who seems to thrive in his career and personal life with a younger partner. Esther's journey reveals her struggles with bitterness and the complexities of modern dating, all while grappling with the societal pressures of being a single woman in her forties. The narrative delves into themes of resilience, self-discovery, and the quest for happiness amidst life's transitions.

For some families, a year can feel like a lifetime ... The Harrisons are a large and extremely close-knit family. But with the grandchildren fast becoming adults and elderly Pamela struggling to adapt to widowhood and the emptiness of Ashley House, the four children of the middle generation find themselves equally lost in a changing world. As preparations for 42 year-old Cassie's long-awaited wedding gather pace and an exotic family holiday is planned, sibling and marital bonds are stretched to breaking adultery, an unwanted pregnancy, shadows of past losses ... suddenly a year of celebration threatens to become one of painful upheaval. Beset by such emotional chaos, how can the adults hope to guide their children in matters of the heart? Or are the children the ones who should be guiding them? A multi-generational story of love, lies and family ties, The Simple Rules of Love presents Amanda Brookfield at her perceptive and poignant best.

When Janine and Dougie fell in love they thought it would be for ever. .Fifteen years later their relationship is well and truly over, their daughter Stevie their one remaining connection. . Stevie is on the cusp of adulthood. .At sixteen, she's not quite a child, but not quite grown up: a dangerous age.

Playboy Julian Blake weds Veronica Kembleton, but his rugby teammates-- bachelors Teddy, George and Peter-- rightly predict his dissatisfaction with marriage.

Beautiful Anna Lawrence, with a successful career in broadcasting and marriage to a wealthy man with a luxurious country home, has everything a thirty-two year old could wish for. Until she finds herself unexpectedly pregnant, too late to do anything about it. Her sister Becky longs for children but her husband, a struggling chef, has told her they have to put family life on hold for a few more years. Anna's pregnancy uncovers fractures in the sisters' relationship going back years, and the ramifications affect everyone in their lives.

On the day that her youngest child leaves home, Alice Hatton discovers two disturbing truths in a matter of hours. The Empty Nest cliché is absolutely true, and she does not love her husband Peter at all. Horrified by the thought of spending another thirty years with Peter in their North London suburb, Alice embarks on a dubious course of self-fulfillment. When she must cope with loss for the second time, she discovers what even the most respectable woman can be capable of.

Blending comedy with deep emotional resonance, the novel vividly portrays the chaos of domestic life. Its fluent writing captures relatable moments, making the reader both laugh and reflect on the complexities of family dynamics. The balance of humor and sadness creates a compelling narrative that resonates with many experiences.

Exploring the intricate dynamics of family love, this novel delves into deep emotional connections and relationships. The author, known for their skillful storytelling, conveys the complexities of familial bonds with genuine passion, inviting readers to reflect on their own experiences of love and connection within families.