The Vintage Shop of Second Chances by Libby PageSynopsis: “Among the cobbled streets of the Somerset town of Frome, Lou is embarking on the start of something new. After the death of her beloved mother, she takes a deep breath into the unknown and is opening her own vintage clothes shop. In upstate New York, Donna has just found out some news about her family which has called into question her whole upbringing. The only clue she has to unlock her past is a picture of a yellow dress, and the fact it is currently on display in a shop in England. For Maggy, she is facing life as a 70-something divorcee and while she got the house, she’s not sure what to fill it with now her family have moved out. The new vintage shop in town sparks memories of her past and reignites a passion she’s been missing… Together, can these three women find the answers they are searching for and unlock a second chance at a new life? It’s never too late to start again…“

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My Review

Libby Page is one of my favourite authors, and this was another really lovely feel good read.

It had a gentle pace, told from Lou, Donna and Maggy’s points of  view, three women at different stages of life, in situations that have brought about dramatic change.

I really liked Lou and Maggy, and loved Maggy’s transformation aided by Lou and her shop. I eventually warmed to Donna, who was a very straight-laced character. I enjoyed how their characters developed as the twists and turns of the story took them on different journeys alongside one another.

Libby Page has created another wonderful book full of community, and close friendships between women, something that she excels at. As usual with her books I had tears in my eyes towards the end, both from sadness and joy, in the way everything turned out for the three women.

Highly recommended, if you enjoy gentle contemporary novels, featuring small communities and strong female friendships.

Book 9 of 20 Books of Summer