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Sisters Making Mischief: A BRAND NEW brilliantly funny feel-good read from Maddie Please for 2025 Kindle Edition

4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,479 ratings

Don't miss the hilarious novel from the #1 bestselling author, Maddie Please, author of the brilliantly funny, Old Girls on Deck!

A fresh start with a French twist!

Joy Chandler had one simple wish: a nice, drama-free family reunion. But instead? Daughter Sara announces she's getting divorced and seems determined to drown her sorrows in wine, while son John and his perfect wife Vanessa casually drop the bombshell that they’re moving to New York—without so much as making her a cup of tea!

So, with her patience gone, Joy packs her bags and heads to France to visit her free-spirited sister Isabel. Isabel's potato farm might be rustic chaos but the sisters soon find themselves sloshing red wine, rediscovering their wild sides, and laughing until their sides hurt.

Before long, Joy has a new job, a new man, and a life that’s looking très magnifique. Turns out, drama isn’t so bad…when it comes with red wine and a side of sisterly mischief! Because these golden girls just want to have fun!

A glorious uplifting and hilarious story about living life to the full and always, always having fun! Perfect for fans of Judy Leigh and Dee Macdonald.

What readers are saying about Maddie Please:

'Sea, sunshine, romance and fabulous characters; Maddie's light touch and sense of fun will lift your spirits!' Bestselling author Judy Leigh

'A new lease of life under the Greek sun. As fresh and delicious as chilled retsina!' Sunday Times Bestselling author Phillipa Ashley.

'For a book that’s as cheering and restorative as a long lunch with your very best friend, Maddie Please is the author you need to know!' Bestselling author Chris Manby

'Genuine and life-affirming…a wonderful, lighthearted novel about how it is never too late to find happiness.’ Bestselling author Kitty Wilson

'A heart-warming story filled with friendship and fun. It's official - I want to be an Old Duck!' Bestselling author Maisie Thomas

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0D8KBVC35
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Boldwood Books (November 22, 2024)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 22, 2024
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.7 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 314 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,479 ratings

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Maddie Please
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I was born in Dorset, and now live in rural Herefordshire,

My latest book, Sisters Making Mischief is set in glorious Brittany and focuses on the relationship between sisters Joy and Isabel, and their families. Old Girls On Deck introduces sisters Jill and Diana on a Mediterranean cruise, and shows how it's never too late to take a different look at life. The Old Ducks Hen Do is set in beautiful Mallorca and like the best selling Old Ducks Club, Sisters Behaving Badly, Old Friends Reunited, Sunrise with the Silver Surfers and A Vintage Vacation is published by Boldwood Books.

I am represented by Broo Doherty of the DHH Literary Agency.

I love to write older heroines who still want to have fun, make new friendships and find love. In a world which is sometimes difficult, I like to encourage and cheer my readers.

I write uplifting, romantic comedies with a steep learning curve for my characters, reflecting the sometimes confusing experiences of today's women (and men) which can be challenging whatever your age.

I like the Bourne Trilogy, Christmas, America, cruises and writing. In my spare time I like watching American box-sets, thinking about holidays and drinking wine.

Other books; The Summer of Second Chances, A Year of New Adventures, Come Away With Me, and The Mini-Break.

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Top reviews from the United States

  • Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2025
    I just love books with mature characters who are still young and vibrant at heart. This was so heartwarming and fun. I had a hard time putting it down. Great read for anyone but especially for people at a crossroads in their lives. Encouraging and uplifting.
  • Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2024
    *Sisters Making Mischief by Maddie Please**

    From the very first page, the author draws me into a captivating narrative that revolves around the themes of family dynamics and the journey of self-discovery. This charming tale is a delightful blend of warmth, humour, and uplifting moments—truly a feel-good piece of women’s fiction.

    Joy sets out with the simple aspiration of enjoying a perfect family Christmas. She envisions a festive celebration filled with a golden-brown turkey, luxurious holiday crackers, and the comfort of her loved ones surrounding her. However, her idyllic plans quickly unravel. Her daughter, Sara, unexpectedly drops the bombshell that she is getting a divorce, turning Joy’s hopes for a nice bubbly family Christmas into a bitter disappointment. Meanwhile, her son, John, along with his seemingly perfect wife, Vanessa, share the news that they are moving to New York City. To add to her exasperation, Not even a single family member has taken the time to make her a cup of tea!

    Feeling overwhelmed and unappreciated, Joy makes a bold decision to step away from the chaos and negativity of family life. She heads to France to visit her younger sister, Isobel, believing that a change of scenery will provide the emotional reset she desperately needs.

    Isobel runs a rustic potato farm in the picturesque countryside of France. Although the farm is far from luxurious, Joy relishes the chance to reconnect with the more carefree version of herself that seems to have been lost in the demands of family life. As Joy immerses herself in Isobel's vibrant world, she begins to reflect on her role within her own family. Does her family only see her as a caregiver? Where has all of Joy's joy gone?

    During her stay with Isobel, the energy is infectious. The sisters share boisterous laughter and playful moments, and their time together uncovers an adventurous side of both women that had been long suppressed. The lively atmosphere of the French countryside injects a much-needed dose of excitement and romance into Joy’s life. Before long, she finds herself navigating new opportunities—whether it’s exploring a charming local market, meeting a captivating new man who shows interest in more than just her culinary skills, or beginning a new job that reignites her passion. Joy starts to embrace the mantra that you’re never too old to embark on a new journey.

    The vivid descriptions of Joy's experiences and her tireless pursuit of every opportunity make the story come alive on the page. My only criticism of this beautifully crafted story is that I found the ending too abrupt; I wished for more time and additional chapters to savour the conclusion and delve deeper into Joy's transformation.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2025
    Joy, one of the sisters, has lost the “joy” (haha) in her life. It’s Christmas, and she does the same thing she always had when she was with Stephen before he left her for his secretary. After dealing with fussy adult kids and their unappreciative grandkids, she decides to leave the family and cross the Channel for Bristol to just try to relax at her sister Isabel’s French farm. From this moment on, she finds her joy in life’s many adventures. Recommend reading.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2024
    The author’s writing keeps his story and characters compelling. It is a story told in a lighthearted way about finding your way as you get older. The main character undergoes a transformation and meets a man doing the same thing. it is a light hearted read with deeper meaning if one wants to explore this. Parts of the book made me call friends to read them certain passages. It was a delight.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2025
    A cheerful happy book!! Just proves life isn’t just for the young. Every day is a gift - so live it!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2024
    The story follows Joy, who’s completely over being taken for granted by her family. She was hoping for a nice, drama-free Christmas, but instead, her daughter announces a divorce, her son decides to move to New York, and everyone expects her to handle everything without a single thank-you. Fed up, she decides to escape to France to visit her sister, Isabel—and that’s when the fun begins.

    I loved watching Joy’s transformation. She starts out overwhelmed and stuck but slowly begins to rediscover herself in the most charming and hilarious way. Her time in France is full of misadventures, witty banter with Isabel, and laugh-out-loud moments that made me wish I could join them. And while the title suggests the sisters are causing mischief, it’s more like they stumble into one funny situation after another.

    What really stuck with me was how relatable Joy’s journey felt. It’s such a feel-good reminder that it’s never too late to make a change and put yourself first. The story had so many little nuggets of wisdom woven into all the humor and chaos—it left me smiling and even a little inspired.

    If you’re in the mood for a warm, funny, and uplifting read, this one is definitely worth picking up. I’ll be keeping an eye out for more from Maddie Please!

    Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books.
  • Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2025
    Maddie Please is so good at writing books in which women find their strengths. Once again, in this novel, we live through her character's thoughts as she comes to understand beliefs about herself that hold her back and discovers what she enjoys doing that makes her life more rewarding -- and, of course, finds love in the process.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2025
    Maddie Pleases book, Sisters Making Mischief, is an excellent read. Once I started reading it, I didn't want to put it down.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars A ‘must read’ for all
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 29, 2025
    Finally a person writing about life in France who actually knows it. The humour shines through and I could not put this book down. Brilliant story with adorable characters.
  • Julie
    5.0 out of 5 stars light hearted with lots of bits that made me chuckle
    Reviewed in Australia on February 11, 2025
    Lovely book. I enjoyed it all. Quirky in some ways. I loved the different characters. Each unique in their own way.
  • Amazon Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars easy read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 12, 2025
    Lovely read sometimes shrouding. The French is just the right amount to make it interesting. Maddie Please always writes wonderful books.
  • Helen Taylor
    4.0 out of 5 stars Happy, fun, relaxing...
    Reviewed in Australia on November 29, 2024
    Predictable ending but fun getting there! Great characters, a good book to read anytime, but especially if feeling a little "down"! Soon be up!!
  • C Knight
    5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 28, 2024
    Joy is doing her best, carving a new life for herself after her marriage breakdown but her offspring are wrapped up in their own lives. Christmas is the final straw, Joy needs a change of scenery and heading to France and her sister Isabel’s abode is it! What a difference!

    Joy is a character I loved. The longer I spent with her, the more I saw her change and grow for the good. Maybe a trip to France was her ‘personal greenhouse’ to become Joy again rather than a mum, wife or grandmother.

    Eugénie made me chuckle. At times she seemed determined to try to rile Isabel as a stereotypical mother in law. And Isabel, she was a delight. She brought Joy out of her shell with her sibling banter! You wouldn’t have believe they were that age!

    Please transported me to rural France where I found peace amongst the chaos Joy found herself in. I was away from the hustle and bustle of working life in the more relaxed laid back feel of La France. I wanted to savour the book but I felt so comfortable with Joy, Isabel and Felix (to name but a few in a cast of many), I raced through Sisters Making Mischief.

    Maddie Please has a new fan in me. I love my trip to the continent. Her characters are loveable her writing heart warming with scenes of comic brilliance! I want to read more from this woman’s keyboard!

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