This Holey Life

By Sophie Duffy,

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Sophie Duffy is a real find. Sharp as a tack. Laurie Graham

By turns deeply moving and funny, the narrative zips along in an appealing and spirited voice. Kate Long

 ... that was the point at which I should've put my foot down. Stamped it hard. Stopped the past repeating…

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1 author picked This Holey Life as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

A more measured read than the above two authors, but I loved it just the same and it tackles family dysfunction with humour and grace.

Vicky is a curate’s wife but she’s not as keen on finding God as her partner. She’s also a mother of three who has to deal with her brother coming to stay with his teenage son.

Written in diary style, you connect with Vicky’s struggles – sometimes they seem a bit far-fetched but you warm to the main character and have a few chuckles along the way. 

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