AS SEEN ON ITV'S LORRAINE

'An up-lit treasure' Red magazine

Life can change in a heartbeat...

When struggling actress Heidi has a life-changing accident aged 32, her world falls apart. Stuck in hospital and unable to walk, her only companion is Maud, the elderly lady in the bed next to hers. Heidi misses her flatmate, her life, her freedom - surely 32 is too young to be an amputee?

But when Maud's aloof but attractive grandson Jack pays a visit to the ward, Heidi realises that her life isn't over just because it's different. It might not look like the life she dreamed of, but it's the one she's got - and there's a lot she still wants to tick off her bucket list. With Jack at her side, will Heidi take the first step back to happiness? Or is there one more surprise still in store...?

A feel-good read based on the inspiring true story of journalist Ella Dove. Sometimes all it takes is one small step...

About the Author
Ella Dove is a 27-year-old journalist, Features Writer at Good Housekeeping, Prima and Red magazines. In 2015, she completed the Curtis Brown Creative three-month novel writing course. She is an ambassador for the Limbless Association, Barts Health charity and The London Prosthetic Centre, and regularly leads talks, takes part in events and speaks to patients and their loved ones about trauma.

Reviews
A triumphant inspirational story to make you cry - and then cheer. * Jacqueline Wilson *
An up-lit treasure. -- Cyan Turan * RED *
Based on a true story, Ella Dove's debut novel, Five Steps To Happy, will give you all the feels. -- Sarra Manning * RED *
Lovely writing and engaging characters. -- Jo Finney * GOOD HOUSEKEEPING *
A moving, life-affirming story. -- Nina Pottell * PRIMA *
An uplifting story. -- Deirdre O'Brien * BEST *
This is an uplifting story about loss, hope and love. After reading it you'll want to take each new day in your stride. * WOMAN *
The inspiring one! A novel about how just one moment can change your life forever. Five Steps To Happy is an uplifting read, all the more so for being based on the author's own life. -- Julie Emery * HEAT *
Uplifting. * HELLO! *
Powerful! -- Amy Rowland * BELLA *
Heartwarming, honest and full of hope. -- Natasha Harding * THE SUN *
A story about loss, hope and love. * WOMAN'S OWN *



Book Information
ISBN 9781409184584
Author Ella Dove
Format Paperback
Page Count 336
Imprint Trapeze
Publisher Orion Publishing Co
Weight(grams) 240g
Dimensions(mm) 196mm * 130mm * 28mm