The Old Girls’ Chateau Escape

A BRAND NEW uplifting 'Golden Girls Behaving Badly' book club pick from Kate Galley ✨ Must-read for fans of Maddie Please and Judy Leigh!

Two old friends. One unexpected adventure!

When, at the age of 71, Gina Knight's husband of four decades left her unexpectedly, she thought her life over. Until she met Dorothy Reed – a woman so full of the joie de vivre you'd think she was 21, not nearly 90. Gina would do anything for Dorothy. So when Dorothy suggests she take on the role of companion for one of Dorothy's old friends, Gina sees no reason to say no.

Meredith Harper is a successful writer, living in Provence, and needs help looking after her husband, whose health is deteriorating. But when Gina arrives at the grand chateau, it becomes clear that Dorothy has not given Gina the full story. Because Meredith is also writing her memoirs, and Dorothy wants to know the contents before anyone else. So much so, she's sent Gina to spy.

But what secrets is Meredith keeping? And will Gina be able to find out the truth before her cover's blown?

Praise for Kate Galley's books:

'An uplifting, positive story... Eat Pray Love for the older generation' Judy Leigh

'I thoroughly enjoyed this poignant and heartwarming debut!' Fiona Gibson

'A glorious romp with a super-sensitive touch' Celia Anderson

'A sunny, fun-filled read set in the south of France. Some beautiful descriptions and scene setting. Wonderful to read about older heroines and with their age comes secrets, mysteries and challenges. Highly recommended' Maddie Please

'I loved this book! I wouldn't have thought it was a debut novel, it was so well-written. I loved the author's style and also the pace of the story', NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'The perfect holiday read! I'll be looking for more books by Kate Galley in the future', NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Wonderful story about friendships, second chances, and what ultimately can make life feel worth living', NetGalley Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Sad, funny and uplifting. I really think we need a sequel to this one!', NetGalley Reviewer

'Wonderfully fluent and evocative writing, complemented this beautifully textured, fast-paced, multi-layered storyline... This story was definitely one of a kind', NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'What a brilliant debut novel from Kate Galley', NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Uplifting and joyous, I didn't want to turn the last page. I can't wait to read more from Kate Galley', NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Really refreshing... A very enjoyable read', NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'What an utterly adorable book! I was totally invested.... Highly recommended', NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'What a fantastic book!...I didn't want to put down... The ending was perfect and made me cry', NetGalley Reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"The Old Girls’ Chateau Escape" was written by Kate Galley.

Kate Galley is the author of uplifting golden years fiction, including the bestselling Old Girls Behaving Badly, published by award-winning publisher Boldwood Books. She lives with her family in Buckinghamshire and works part time as a mobile hairdresser.