★★★★★
Oh, Milly Johnson, you’ve done it again! Same Time, Next Week is like a warm, comforting cuppa with a sneaky splash of something stronger—utterly delightful, laugh-out-loud funny, and packed with heart.
From page one, I was hooked, and not just because I was trying to avoid housework. The characters felt like old friends (the kind who would hold your hair back after one too many proseccos), and the banter had me snorting unattractively in public. The storyline? A delicious blend of fate, romance, and good old-fashioned chaos—the kind that Milly writes so well.
But what truly sets this book apart is its marvellous and much-needed representation of the menopause. Finally! A novel that doesn’t just brush it under the rug but tackles it head-on with warmth, honesty, and (of course) humour. Hot flushes, brain fog, mood swings—Milly gives them the attention they deserve, showing that life (and love!) doesn’t grind to a halt just because your hormones have declared war. In a world that still whispers about the menopause like it’s a state secret, this book is a breath of fresh air, and I sincerely hope it encourages more open conversations. Because, let’s be honest, we should be talking about it far more!
So, if you’re looking for a book that will make you laugh, cry (the good kind), and swoon in equal measure, this is it. Five glorious stars from me—now, if you need me, I’ll be singing Milly Johnson’s praises at the same time next week!
Blurb
Welcome to Spring Hill, home to a square of independent shops and cafes, a thriving local community and nearby the newest venture, Ray’s Diner. Here a group of women meet once a week over a cup of something warming.
Amanda is primary carer to her elderly mother and one of the only women in a male-dominated company. Used to being second-best all her life, is this her time to finally break ranks and shine?
Sky works at the repair shop, patching up old teddy bears, and their owners’ hearts. But her heart beats for the one man who is strictly off-limits.
Mel has been a loyal and loving wife to Steve for thirty years. Then when he goes to his old school reunion, life as she knows it will never be the same again.
Erin is trying to get over a traumatic loss where her guilt weighs more than her grief. Can she find the first step to healing lies in sharing an hour with strangers once a week?
Astrid is feeling in need of a change and a challenge. But when a fantastic opportunity presents itself, who is around to convince her she is worthy enough to take the risk?
Can these women find the answers to their worries, acceptance, courage, and support here? Join them at the same time next week to find out…
Author bio
Milly Johnson was born, raised and still lives in Barnsley, South Yorkshire. A Sunday Times bestseller, she is one of the Top 10 Female Fiction authors in the UK, and has sold millions of copies of her books sold across the world. The Happiest Ever After is her twenty-first novel. Milly’s writing highlights the importance of community spirit and the magic of kindness. Her books inspire and uplift but she packs a punch and never shies away from the hard realities of life and the complexities of relationships in her stories. Her books champion women, their strength and resilience, and celebrate love, friendship and the possibility and joy of second chances and renaissances. She writes stories about ordinary women and the extraordinary things that happen in their ordinary lives.
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Fabulous review Kelly. I’m loving it too.
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