Synopsis:
Ignored. Overlooked. But they’re about to prove everyone wrong…
Janet Pimm is used to being invisible. 70 something, with her beloved allotment for company, she simply doesn’t need anyone else.
But when the local council threaten to close the allotments, Janet will do anything she can to try to save them – even enlisting the help of her irritatingly upbeat and interfering neighbour, Bev.
As the two women set off on a journey together, Janet begins to realise that perhaps she isn’t so happy to blend into the background after all. And that maybe there’s more to Bev than she first thought. As they fight to save the place Janet loves most, both women find their voice again and no one can silence them now…
A story of friendship, female lives post-menopause, community spirit and the importance of connection.
Review:
This one just about scraped a 3/5 for me. On another day, it might have been a 2/5, but I’m feeling generous.
The pacing is slow, and while the vivid descriptions might appeal more to a keen gardener, I found them a little too easy to skim.
I’d hoped for more depth and complexity, but it’s an easy enough read if you’re in the mood for something light.
The story of friendship, community spirit, and finding your voice post-menopause is heartwarming in its way, even if it didn’t fully live up to its potential for me.
