This author is characterized by a humorous and sensitive perspective on contemporary life, often exploring the dynamics of family relationships and the complexities of human communication in her works. Her style is both brisk and full of authentic dialogue, offering readers an unforgettable experience. She focuses on capturing everyday situations with wit and humor, making her texts a refreshing read. Emphasis is placed on relatable characters and situations that resonate with the audience.
Eine Familie. Vier Generationen. Und ein ganzes Leben voller ungesagter Dinge. Grace genießt das Leben in einem malerischen Fischerdörfchen und nimmt gern ein erfrischendes Bad im Meer. Dass sie bald neunzig Jahre alt werden soll, kann sie kaum glauben. Zu ihrem Geburtstag wünscht sie sich nichts anderes als die Versöhnung mit ihrer Tochter Alys, die vor dreißig Jahren den Kontakt zur Familie abgebrochen hatte. Während Elin, Alys′ Tochter, in den Planungen der Geburtstagsparty steckt, schickt Grace Alys im Geheimen eine Einladung.
***THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER*** 'Love, mess, secrets; this story of four generations of women is filled with Ruth Jones's warmth and wisdom.' JOJO MOYES. 'Ruth Jones writes with such warmth you can't help but fall in love with the characters she creates.' JAMES CORDEN. 'A hug in a book.' Prima. 'Her best book yet.' Woman & Home. 'Compassionate, wise and life-affirming.' The Observer.
In this funny, moving, and uplifting novel from the co-creator of Gavin & Stacey, Grace is about to turn ninety and seeks to heal a decades-long family rift. She must find her daughter Alys, the only one who can help mend their broken relationship. However, this search risks betraying her granddaughter Elin, who harbors her own grudges against the past. Meanwhile, Grace's great-granddaughter Beca is preoccupied with her own teenage challenges and secrets.
With a family problem that spans thirty years, time is not on Grace's side. Can she achieve reconciliation, or is it too late? This story explores the intricate bonds between mothers and daughters, the pain of unspoken words, and the transformative power of forgiveness. A joy-filled, life-affirming narrative filled with characters you'll cherish.
PRAISE FOR RUTH JONES: 'Heartfelt, joyful, brave, utterly compelling.' RACHEL JOYCE. 'I adored it.' JOANNA CANNON. 'Beautifully warm and totally absorbing.' JANE FALLON.
WHAT READERS ARE SAYING: 'This novel pulled on every last emotion.
Meet Lana, Judith and Catrin. Best friends since primary school when they swore an oath on a Curly Wurly wrapper that they would always be there for each other, come what may. After the trip of a lifetime, the three girls are closer than ever. But an unexpected turn of events shakes the foundation of their friendship to its core, leaving their future in doubt - there's simply too much to forgive, let alone forget. An innocent childhood promise they once made now seems impossible to keep . . .
The past has a habit of tracking us down. And tripping us up. When Kate was twenty-two, she had an intense and passionate affair with a married man, Callum, which ended in heartbreak. Kate thought she'd never get over it. Seventeen years later, life has moved on - Kate, now a successful actress, is living in London, married to Matt and mother to little Tallulah. Meanwhile Callum and his wife Belinda are happy together, living in Edinburgh and watching their kids grow up. The past, it would seem, is well and truly behind them all. But then Kate meets Callum again. And they are faced with a choice- to walk away from each other . . . or to risk finding out what might have been. Second chances are a rare gift in life. But that doesn't mean they should always be taken . . . ***** In her unmissable debut, actress and screenwriter Ruth Jones shows us the dangers of trying to recapture that which was once lost and failing to realise the beauty of what we already have. 'I love books about gnarly, messy relationships and this one kept me gripped from the beginning. A great read.' Jane Fallon 'Heart-rending, provocative and astutely written, Never Greener is a love story about getting what you want and losing everything you need. Ruth's characters will stay with me for a long time.' Cathy Bramley
