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Mrs. Endicott's Splendid Adventure: A Novel by Rhys Bowen             

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Ellie Endicott is stunned when her staid husband of thirty years, who must have his boiled eggs just so, asks for a divorce—over breakfast. It seems he has met a younger woman, intelligent, smart, pleasant…and it turns out pregnant!

Lionel’s plan is to shuffle Ellie off to his small apartment in London, or a workman’s  cottage in the village, give Ellie a pittance. Et voila his problem is solved. Game over! They currently live in a lovely large house that Ellie has over the years completely redecorated, and a stunning garden she’s established.

Fortunately wiser heads prevail, including her cleaning lady Maud Moss, who encourages Ellie to consult with the local solicitor.

Ellie realizes that her life has been controlled by Lionel. She decides to do something completely different, involving the South of France and the Riviera. She has what she wants from the divorce and heads off to France, taking Lionel’s Bentley, and gathering a few lost souls on the way.

An utterly charming read set in 1938, on the cusp of World War II. Ellie and company face their fair share of danger and drama, particularly as war comes to the continent.

Ellie Endicott is braver than she thinks and I love how she responds to the challenges thrown her way. Ellie and her companions from her village in Surrey, are a real treat—gutsy, creative and wonderful!

A Lake Union ARC via NetGalley.                                              

Many thanks to the author and publisher.