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‘Binchy weaves her magic once again in an addictive story about families and people who aren’t always quite what they seem’ Woman & Home

Baby Frankie is born into an unusual family. Her mother is desperate to find someone to take care of her child and she doesn’t have much time.

Noel doesn’t seem to be the most promising of fathers but despite everything, he could well be Frankie’s best hope.

As for Lisa, she is prepared to give up everything for the man she loves; surely he’s going to love her back?

And Moira is having none of it. She knows what’s right, and has the power to change the course of Frankie’s life…but Moira is hiding secrets of her own.

Sink into this beautiful and uplifting novel about a community coming together to raise a child, filled with warmth and wisdom from the world’s favourite storyteller, Maeve Binchy.

REAL READER REVIEWS

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐’Maeve Binchy’s books are like sitting curled up in your favourite armchair with a steaming mug of hot chocolate.’

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐’This will make you smile and cry, it will tug at your heart strings

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐’You really come to care about her characters, almost as if they are part of a vast family.’

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐’Truly a page turner. It was sad in places and you cry, then you cry for joy in other places.’

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐’A great book to snuggle up with in a comfy chair and forget your own (minor) troubles for a few hours.’

Reviews

NEW YORK TIMES
Maeve Binchy is a master storyteller
MY WEEKLY
An absolute delight from the most loved of storytellers. Maeve Binchy works her usual magic as we unravel the truth and joy - and sadness too - behind the story of two young people as they grow up to find fulfilment.
SOUTH WALES ARGUS
This highly acclaimed Irish author has produced yet another heart-warmer ... a lovely story of unconventional relationships and the importance of children.
WOMAN'S WAY
A must read book
Elizabeth Day
I love her novels
WOMAN'S OWN
One of our best-loved novelists weaves an intriguing story.
IRISH NEWS
A delightful book about an unusual family
THE UNIVERSE
Populated by a huge cast of completely believable characters, Minding Frankie is a delight of a book.
ESSENTIALS
It'll restore your faith in humanity.
GOOD BOOK GUIDE
A heart-warming tale of how affection and determination can deliver the love a child needs to flourish in an unconventional environment.
IRISH TIMES
In 27 years Maeve Binchy has sold more than 40 million books. MINDING FRANKIE is a reminder of the author's savvy ability to delivery what her loyal following has come to expect.
WOMAN & HOME
Binchy weaves her magic once again in an addictive story about families and people who aren't always quite what they seem.
THE LADY
Maeve Binchy's novel are just the kind of comforting companions so many women can't wait to take to bed. ...Binchy's prose flows as naturally as conversation with a good friend.
HOT BRANDS COOL PLACES
Maeve Binchy is a sublime storyteller, and with MINDING FRANKIE you are captured from the very first page until the final poignant last sentence. Her characters are always well drawn and this book is no exception, you are taken inside their lives and relationships. If you are looking for a book for a very satisfying weekend, or autumn read, this is absolutely perfect! Highly Recommended!
DAILY EXPRESS
Binchy ... is a class act.