Member Review

Thanks @BoldWoodBooks #NetGalley for a complimentary eARC of #TheGoldenGirlsGetaway by Judy Leigh upon my request. All opinions are my own.

At the end of the Pandemic lockdown, three women borrow a motor home and escape their boredom and isolation by touring the British countryside. Vivienne (popular soap actor), Mary (retired nurse), and Gwen (retired opera singer) are all mature women in their 70s and 80s. Even though they live in the same building, they don’t know each other very well. Throughout the trip, their friendship deepens and and they rediscover joy and laughter, the power of sisterhood, and good times.

Uplit + the power of Sisterhood + mature characters + living your best life + adventure + moving out of your comfort zone + road trip + friendship + second chances + humor = an entertaining, quick, and light vacation or weekend read.

Lots of life to live at 70+! I love the premise and the characters, the snappy writing, and the armchair travel! Each character’s personality shines as these mature (70+) women set out on a spontaneous vacation (adventure) in a motor home. They meet a few colorful characters and challenge and support each other along the way.

As usual in uplit, there is a tidy HEA ending and some details in the story need to be overlooked (like driving off in a motor home with no instruction, practice, or knowledge…..like assuming a majority of women 70 to 80 could simply be comfortable plopping on the ground for a picnic and then be able to spring up on her own with no assistance.)

I love the thoughtful themes of feeling invisible at a certain age, pondering what women of that age have to offer, living your best life after retirement, precious friendships, and hope for the future.

You might love The Golden Girls’ Getaway if you are ready for some uplit or a light quick read, if you love stories about older and mature characters, or if you appreciate thoughtful themes. Book clubs might enjoy this mostly lighthearted selection!