The stunning new novel about the joys and heartbreaks of a family divided and reunited, from the bestselling author of the Richard & Judy selection Love, Iris'I loved this book' Katie FfordeThe Chamberlain family used to be close. Charlie and Daphne were happily married, and their children Laura, Scott and Nick were inseparable. But then, inevitably, the children grew up and their own messy lives got in the way.

Since Daphne died, Charlie can't help but think about happier times for the Chamberlain family - before his children drifted apart. His wife was the family's true north, and without her guidance, Charlie fears his kids have all lost their direction. For his eightieth birthday, all Charlie wants is to bring his family together again.

And by some miracle, they've all said yes. So, for the first time in a long time, the Chamberlains are going on a family holiday. It's only ten days . . . how bad could it be?'An utterly absorbing multi-generational tale...with a touch of summer magic that makes this her best yet