'Binchy weaves her magic once again in an addictive story about families and people who aren't always quite what they seem' Woman & Home

Baby Frankie is born into an unusual family. Her mother is desperate to find someone to take care of her child and she doesn't have much time.

Noel doesn't seem to be the most promising of fathers but despite everything, he could well be Frankie's best hope.

As for Lisa, she is prepared to give up everything for the man she loves; surely he's going to love her back?

And Moira is having none of it. She knows what's right, and has the power to change the course of Frankie's life...but Moira is hiding secrets of her own.

Sink into this beautiful and uplifting novel about a community coming together to raise a child, filled with warmth and wisdom from the world's favourite storyteller, Maeve Binchy.

REAL READER REVIEWS

'Maeve Binchy's books are like sitting curled up in your favourite armchair with a steaming mug of hot chocolate.'

'This will make you smile and cry, it will tug at your heart strings

'You really come to care about her characters, almost as if they are part of a vast family.'

'Truly a page turner. It was sad in places and you cry, then you cry for joy in other places.'

'A great book to snuggle up with in a comfy chair and forget your own (minor) troubles for a few hours.'

A superb novel from No. 1 bestselling author Maeve Binchy: 'She is the Queen of Fiction...Once you read Maeve you are hooked for life' Irish Times

About the Author
Maeve Binchy was born in County Dublin and educated at the Holy Child convent in Killiney and at University College, Dublin. After a spell as a teacher she joined the Irish Times. Her first novel, LIGHT A PENNY CANDLE, was published in 1982 and she went on to write over twenty books, all of them bestsellers. Several have been adapted for cinema and television, including TARA ROAD. Maeve Binchy received a LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD at the BRITISH BOOK AWARDS in 1999 and the Irish PEN/A. T. CROSS AWARD in 2007. In 2010 she was presented with the BOB HUGHES LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD at the BORD GAIS IRISH BOOK AWARDS by the President of Ireland. She was married to the writer and broadcaster Gordon Snell for 35 years, and died in 2012. Visit her website at www.maevebinchy.com

Reviews
Binchy weaves her magic once again in an addictive story about families and people who aren't always quite what they seem. * WOMAN & HOME *
I love her novels -- Elizabeth Day
One of our best-loved novelists weaves an intriguing story. * WOMAN'S OWN *
An absolute delight from the most loved of storytellers. Maeve Binchy works her usual magic as we unravel the truth and joy - and sadness too - behind the story of two young people as they grow up to find fulfilment. * MY WEEKLY *
This highly acclaimed Irish author has produced yet another heart-warmer ... a lovely story of unconventional relationships and the importance of children. * SOUTH WALES ARGUS *
A delightful book about an unusual family * IRISH NEWS *
A heart-warming tale of how affection and determination can deliver the love a child needs to flourish in an unconventional environment. * GOOD BOOK GUIDE *
In 27 years Maeve Binchy has sold more than 40 million books. MINDING FRANKIE is a reminder of the author's savvy ability to delivery what her loyal following has come to expect. * IRISH TIMES *
Maeve Binchy is a sublime storyteller, and with MINDING FRANKIE you are captured from the very first page until the final poignant last sentence. Her characters are always well drawn and this book is no exception, you are taken inside their lives and relationships. If you are looking for a book for a very satisfying weekend, or autumn read, this is absolutely perfect! Highly Recommended! * HOT BRANDS COOL PLACES *
Binchy ... is a class act. * DAILY EXPRESS *
It'll restore your faith in humanity. * ESSENTIALS *
Maeve Binchy's novel are just the kind of comforting companions so many women can't wait to take to bed. ...Binchy's prose flows as naturally as conversation with a good friend. * THE LADY *
Populated by a huge cast of completely believable characters, Minding Frankie is a delight of a book. * THE UNIVERSE *
A must read book * WOMAN'S WAY *
Maeve Binchy is a master storyteller * NEW YORK TIMES *



Book Information
ISBN 9781409117919
Author Maeve Binchy
Format Paperback
Page Count 496
Imprint Orion (an Imprint of The Orion Publishing Group Ltd )
Publisher Orion Publishing Co
Weight(grams) 348g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 131mm * 31mm