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The Women Who Ran Away

And the secrets that followed them . . .

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The Women Who Ran Away

By: Sheila O'Flanagan
Narrated by: Shelley Atkinson
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Summary

 In Sheila O'Flanagan's stunning new novel, two women face up to shocking truths about the men they've loved - and start to make their own decisions about what to do next...

'One of my favourite authors' Marian Keyes

Deira isn't the kind of woman to steal a car. Or drive to France alone with no plan. But then, Deira didn't expect to be single. Or to suddenly realise that that the only way she can get the one thing she wants most is to start breaking every rule she lives by.

Grace has been sent on a journey by her late husband, Ken. She doesn't really want to be on it but she's following his instructions, as always. She can only hope that the trip will help her to forgive him. And then - finally - she'll be able to let him go.

Brought together by unexpected circumstances, Grace and Deira find that it's easier to share secrets with a stranger, especially in the shimmering sunny countryside of Spain and France. But they soon find that there's no escaping the truth, whether you're running away from it or racing towards it . . .

(P)2020 Headline Publishing Group Ltd©2020 Sheila O'Flanagan Contemporary Fiction Friendship Genre Fiction Romantic Comedy Women's Fiction
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Critic Reviews

Praise for THE WOMEN WHO RAN AWAY - HEAT'S READ OF THE WEEK! 'If you've had to cancel your holiday plans this summer, don't worry - this beautiful new novel will transport you to sunnier climes . . . and like all the best adventures, there are a few surprising twists along the way'
'Attachez votre ceinture for an eventful ride'
'From the beautiful cover to the very last page, The Women Who Ran Away is a gorgeous escapist summer read! Highly Recommended!'
'A road trip to remember!'
'A star . . . Fans will love her fabulous new book'
'Another lovely read from Sheila O'Flanagan'
'If you're looking for complete escapism, this riveting book with captivating characters and an evocative storyline is perfect'
Praise for Sheila O'Flanagan's irresistible novels: 'A hugely enjoyable romance, written with pace and heart. It will make you long to jump on a plane'
'Smart and twisty'
'I read the book in one sitting as it was so enjoyable, full of romance and kept you riveted until the last page'
'One of my favourite authors'
'Brilliantly written and with plot twists popping out like Prosecco corks'
'Hugely enjoyable . . . Written with pace and heart'
'Heartfelt . . . A real page turner'
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Cleverly told through the eyes of the main characters this story takes us through France, Spain, life and loves. Very well narrated too.

Enjoyable characters on an intriguing journey

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Great to listen to. I thought the narrator did a great job. I found it a great distraction but it did make me want to run away too!

A great listen

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I enjoyed this, was a nice easy listen. One of my favourite authors, so much better than her previous book. The would have enjoyed a more detailed ending or even an epilogue.

Nice story

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always a great storyline from this author. I really struggled with the narration. I will purchase the book and read it myself as I felt the narration detracted from enjoyment of the book itself.

story great, narration difficult to listen to

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Although I initially struggled to get into this book, by chapter 4 or 5 I was hooked.
I loved the premise behind both Grace and Diera's stories and why they were embarking on their individual journeys. Shelley Atkinson is a fine narrator although it sometimes took me a beat to catch up when she switched scenes from one character to the next in what seemed like the same sentence.

A great holiday read

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