Gone with the Penguins

Author Hazel Prior
Narrator Lesley Harcourt, Nicolette McKenzie
Publisher Transworld
Publish Date 7 November 2024
Run Time 12 hours and 21 minutes
Format Audio
Genre Contemporary lifestyle fiction, Humorous fiction, Narrative theme: Environmental issues, Narrative theme: Interior life, Narrative theme: Love and relationships.

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What to expect

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From the No.1 bestselling author of Away with the Penguins comes the heart-warming and charming final chapter of Veronica McCreedy's story.

"Emperor penguins defy the odds, and I shall too.”

Still fiery and feisty at eighty-seven, Veronica McCreedy, the very first Penguin Ambassador, is determined to prove that nothing is impossible when you put your mind to it.

Eileen, Veronica’s ever-patient assistant, is content taking care of other people. But when a new adventure calls, it makes her question everything...

Ten-year-old, penguin-obsessed Daisy can’t wait to be reunited with Mrs McCreedy in her huge house by the sea for the school holidays.

When they discover that the local Sea Life Centre is under threat, the unlikely trio are determined to save it and the penguins that live there.

Inspired by the penguins and fuelled by Darjeeling and finger sandwiches, they embark on an epic fundraising walk. But soon, their mission becomes so much more and it might just lead each of them to a new beginning...

PRAISE FOR HAZEL PRIOR

‘Beautifully written by a born storyteller’
LORRAINE KELLY

'Funny, bittersweet and wholly original'
DAILY EXPRESS

‘Veronica McCreedy will capture your heart’
TRISHA ASHLEY

''This adorable tale will put a smile on your face'
GOOD HOUSEKEEPING

‘A glorious, life-affirming story’
CLARE MACKINTOSH

© Hazel Prior 2024 (P) Penguin Audio 2024

Critics Review

The final outing for Hazel Prior's redoubtable and wonderfully quirky heroine, Veronica McCreedy, is just as heart-warming and original as her previous books. An absolute delight from start to finish.

Trisha Ashley

This book is GORGEOUS! It brings happiness.

Tracy Rees

Another glorious triumph from Prior. The characters - human and penguin - felt like friends and the ending was everything I could have wanted. Moving and gripping, it's a read to savour. Prior's beautifully descriptive, confident prose leads you on an epic adventure with Veronica, Eileen and Daisy. A novel full of hope, full of humour, and a sharp reminder that we need to take action to protect the things we love. Be more Veronica McCreedy!

Samantha Tonge

Praise for Hazel Prior

Vivid and very real . . . Packed full of humanity

Sally Page, bestselling author of The Keeper of Stories

Beautifully written by a born storyteller.

Lorraine Kelly

This gorgeous book has everything! Mysteries, misunderstandings, arguments, reconciliations, kindness, love and lots of PENGUINS!

Clare Pooley, author of The Authenticity Project

The perfect fireside read. Veronica McCreedy will capture your heart.

Trisha Ashley, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Wedding Dress Repair Shop

Call of the Penguins sparkles with wit, courage and kindness. This is a heart-warming journey into the highs and lows of human nature. I loved it!

Celia Anderson, author of 59 Memory Lane

Uplifting, heartwarming and wonderful, an utterly charming story - I loved it! Another gorgeous book from Hazel Prior to lose yourself in!

Faith Hogan, author of The Ladies' Midnight Swimming Club

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