Lifesaving for Beginners
Lifesaving for Beginners by Josie Lloyd, published by HarperCollins Publishers Limited on July 21, 2022, is a 416-page novel that explores themes of friendship and personal growth. The story follows Maddy Wolfe, whose life takes a dramatic turn after her long marriage ends. Seeking to reconnect with her estranged son in Brighton, she finds herself alone until she encounters the Salty Sea-Gals, a spirited group of sea-swimmers who become a source of support and companionship.
As Maddy navigates her new reality, she discovers that the bonds formed with these women—each facing their own challenges—may help her find both her son and a renewed sense of self. The narrative delves into topics such as family life, coming of age, and the healing power of nature and community. Through their shared cold-water swims, Maddy and her new friends embark on a journey of self-discovery and resilience, highlighting the importance of connection in overcoming life’s obstacles.
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‘Heart-warming and life-affirming, full of humour and compassion’ ADELE PARKS, PLATINUM
‘A beautifully warm-hearted tale of friendship and hope’ MY WEEKLY
‘I loved this incredibly touching book…[it’s] a life-belt that will help any reader through a tough patch’ VERONICA HENRY
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In life’s stormy waters, it’s your friends who keep you afloat…
Maddy Wolfe’s life has just capsized. After her twenty-year marriage suddenly implodes, she heads to Brighton to search for her estranged son, Jamie. But he’s nowhere to be found and for the first time, she’s totally alone. That is, until she meets the Salty Sea-Gals, a group of feisty sea-swimmers.
Seventy-two-year old Helga is determined not to slow down, while thirty-something Tor is still figuring out who she is. Bereaved Dominica is trying to find a reason to carry on, and busy mum Claire is learning to put herself first for a change.
As their regular cold-water plunges become a lifeline for them all, Maddy starts to realise that these brave women might just help her find both Jamie and herself. Together, will they turn the tide?
‘Inspiring, heart-warming, utter joy’ TAMMY COHEN
‘A beautiful read. You’ll love this one’ LOUISE BEECH
‘An absolute delight of a book!’ CELIA ANDERSON
‘Oh, this is such a wonderful read’ BISHOP’S STORTFORD INDEPENDENT
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Readers LOVE Josie Lloyd’s heart-warming novels:
‘Inspiring and warm, heartfelt and real. I really loved this story’
‘I rarely cry when reading but I was so emotionally impacted by this read I had a few cries in the bath reading it… a heart-warming portrayal of true friendship’
‘Expect tears, laughter and a lot of fist pump in the air moments!’
‘A bloody brilliant, inspirational book of friendship and hope’
‘Heartfelt and empowering’
‘Affirming and inspiring… this book will give you all the feels!’
‘I loved this book from the very beginning to the very end; it is a story that will resonate with every woman’
‘Full of humour and compassion… I laughed and I cried’
‘I absolutely loved this book. A testament to the power of friendship’
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