An exclusive short story for World Book Day from one of our bestselling authorsAn exclusive short story for World Book Day from one of our bestselling authorsSometimes all we need is a relaxing holiday in the sun.For Anthony and Carole, a week in a lovely Greek hotel has helped them mend the cracks in their marriage. For widowed Jessica, it’s the longest she’s ever gone without visiting her beloved husband’s grave.However when the flight doesn’t go according to plan, they are each forced to face up to the very things they have been avoiding for so long.By the time they land, they have learnt important life lessons about themselves and each other which change them forever.Praise for Cathy Kelly:She writes genuinely compelling stories with a sharp eye for detail and character.' Irish Mail on Sunday'Kelly has an uncanny knack of drawing you in to each of her characters, emotionally attaching you to their journeys …'RTE GuideA must for Kelly's many fans; a warm, moving read ' Daily Mail'An upbeat and diverting tale skilfully told…Kelly knows what her readers want and consistently delivers.' Sunday Independent'Kelly explores infidelity with searing honesty…I couldn't stop reading' Louise Bagshaw, Daily Mail'Wise, warm, compassionate, full of characters that I loved and identified with, it's like having a great gossip with your best friends. Her best book yet.' Marian Keyes'Entertaining, moving and as vivid as a screenplay – presents a picture of the lives of Irish women which, like all good fiction, brings the truth into sharp relief' Irish Independent'Engaging reading for these recessionary times' Irish Times'Kelly reels you into this addictive tale' Woman & HomeCathy Kelly is a number 1 bestselling author. She worked as a journalist before becoming a novelist, and has published eleven bestselling books.She is also an ambassador for UNICEF in Ireland. She lives in Wicklow with her partner and their twin sons.Quick Reads was launched on World Book Day in March 2006, with the aim of reaching out to the millions of adults in the UK with reading difficulties and the one third of the population that never picks up a book. Over half a million copies have now been distributed and orders for Quick Reads have grown by 40% in the last year.• The Perfect Holiday is a page-turning story that will not only be perfect for emergent readers but will also be snapped up by Cathy’s loyal fanbase.• World Book Day will be supported by a nationwide, high profile publicity campaign.• The BBC, Boots, McDonalds and Royal Mail are just some of the partners confirmed for World Book Day.Competition: Maeve Binchy, Marian Keyes, Sheila O’Flanagan, Sophie Kinsella, Erica James
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