After an embarrassing year of not having picked up a book I delved into this on a friend's recommendation and am delighted to report that my reading mojo is back with force. Sophie Kinsella is always fun, and always one of those reassuring authors that you know is going to make you laugh, regardless of what else is going on in your life. 'Twenties Girl' really nailed it for me, partly because it was hilarious and heartfelt, but also because one of it's main characters was from the flapper age which is my favourite decade. An award-winning combination in my opinion. Lara attends her great aunt Sadie's funeral, and almost immediately begins to think she is going mad, for Sadie has started appearing to Lara and Lara alone, in her former 1920s flapper body, as a rather disgruntled ghost. She has one last wish before she can 'move on', and that is to find her favourite dragonfly necklace which she became separated from during her life. It is up to Lara to track it down, without making a fool of herself, and that is easier said than done when you are the only one able to see your new companion.
Very funny, and very gentle. I love these sorts of books, almost like comfort food, you can pick them out at times of need and they will instantly rejuvenate you.
Started 20th April
Finished 5th May
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