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The Old Gals' Bucket List by Karen King

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The Old Gals' Bucket List

Narrator
Fiona Clarke
Publisher
Boldwood Books
Publish Date
10 October 2025
Run Time
8 hours 18 minutes
Format
Audiobook
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What to expect

The BRAND NEW hilarious, uplifting, escapist page-turner from the top 20 BESTSELLING AUTHOR of The Runaway Wives 🧡 Perfect for fans of Maddie Please, Judy Leigh and Dawn French🚤💃‘It’s time to really live our lives!’ ✨

It’s been eight months since Sandra lost her beloved husband, and she knows something has to change. Her son wants her to sell up her home and move into a retirement apartment, close to him. But she doesn’t feel ready for that yet.

Then she bumps into her old friend Patti, heading off to get her first tattoo. Patti explains she’s beaten cancer and now she’s ready to make every second count… And – sitting down for a cuppa and a slice of cake – the women land on the perfect idea – a bucket list!

As they set out to fulfil dreams, overcome fears, and have the adventure of their lives, their lives intertwine with others who feel the same, including Mary and her anxious husband…

If anyone can help them live their best lives… it’s the old gals!

Readers love Karen King

‘Beautifully uplifting and full of joy… Full of warmth, loads of fun and hugely enjoyable with that all important uplifting ending.’ Bestselling author, Kate Galley

‘A cosy, inspiring read of new love and fresh opportunities.’ Bestselling author, Maddie Please

‘So good that I just didn’t want it to end.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Such a good fun read!... A wonderfully written read that showcases the strength, compassion and tenacity of the older generation and that it’s never too late to take a chance, try something new and enjoy the life you deserve! A genuinely wholesome empowering read.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough!{::}… Such an uplifting and escapist story. There was family drama, love, romance and friendship and I am so glad that I went along for the ride.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I adored this book! Perfect for anyone looking for a cozy, lighthearted, funny read… It is really never too late to go after what you want, find true happiness, and start living life for you.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A perfect beach read… light hearted, fast paced, easy to read, and filled with funny moments.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘An absolute joy to read. It completely absorbed me from the very beginning… A perfect summer read… Heartwarming and inspiring.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Touching, uplifting and totally relatable. Imagine a story where Thelma and Louise had a happy ending, and you’re on the right track.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Details

Author
Karen King
Narrator
Fiona Clarke
Duration
8 hours 18 minutes
Release Date
10 October 2025
ISBN
9781836176138
Format
Audiobook
Publisher
Boldwood Books
Genre
Fiction: general and literary, Family life fiction, Humorous fiction, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Interior life, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Contemporary romance

Synopsis

The BRAND NEW hilarious, uplifting, escapist page-turner from the top 20 BESTSELLING AUTHOR of The Runaway Wives 🧡 Perfect for fans of Maddie Please, Judy Leigh and Dawn French🚤💃‘It’s time to really live our lives!’ ✨It’s been eight months since Sandra lost her beloved husband, and she knows something has to change. Her son wants her to sell up her home and move into a retirement apartment, close to him. But she doesn’t feel ready for that yet.Then she bumps into her old friend Patti, heading off to get her first tattoo. Patti explains she’s beaten cancer and now she’s ready to make every second count… And – sitting down for a cuppa and a slice of cake – the women land on the perfect idea – a bucket list!As they set out to fulfil dreams, overcome fears, and have the adventure of their lives, their lives intertwine with others who feel the same, including Mary and her anxious husband…If anyone can help them live their best lives… it’s the old gals!Readers love Karen King‘Beautifully uplifting and full of joy… Full of warmth, loads of fun and hugely enjoyable with that all important uplifting ending.’ Bestselling author, Kate Galley‘A cosy, inspiring read of new love and fresh opportunities.’ Bestselling author, Maddie Please‘So good that I just didn’t want it to end.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Such a good fun read!... A wonderfully written read that showcases the strength, compassion and tenacity of the older generation and that it’s never too late to take a chance, try something new and enjoy the life you deserve! A genuinely wholesome empowering read.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough!{::}… Such an uplifting and escapist story. There was family drama, love, romance and friendship and I am so glad that I went along for the ride.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I adored this book! Perfect for anyone looking for a cozy, lighthearted, funny read… It is really never too late to go after what you want, find true happiness, and start living life for you.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A perfect beach read… light hearted, fast paced, easy to read, and filled with funny moments.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘An absolute joy to read. It completely absorbed me from the very beginning… A perfect summer read… Heartwarming and inspiring.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Touching, uplifting and totally relatable. Imagine a story where Thelma and Louise had a happy ending, and you’re on the right track.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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