Description
Embark on an unforgettable journey with 'The Jam Queens', a heartwarming novel that intertwines the trials of life, family bonds, and the sweet joys of homemade jam. Award-winning jam maker Aggie takes center stage as she revitalizes her Barossa Valley cafe, having set aside the heartbreak of unsuccessful IVF treatments and a troubled romance. This stirring tale is not just about culinary delights but also about personal growth and the power of love. When Aggie receives an invitation to experience Australia's iconic Ghan train journey for her mother's seventieth birthday, she grapples with her excitement and apprehension. However, this trip turns into a precious opportunity to reconnect with the women in her family across four generations, exploring themes of resilience and unity. As Aggie navigates the captivating scenery and a budding romance with a charming younger man, she rediscovers the true essence of family ties and the importance of embracing life amidst its challenges. The Jam Queens is a celebration of love, food, and the familial bonds that shape our existence. Perfect for readers who appreciate heartfelt stories that reflect on life's bittersweet moments, this B-format paperback from Penguin Australia is a must-read in 2022. Discover how food brings people together, while learning about the real recipe for happiness in this enchanting novel. Order now for swift delivery!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781761048524
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2022
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 400
Description:
Award-winning jam maker Aggie is determined to take her Barossa Valley cafe to new heights. She has put the pain of unsuccessful IVF treatments and a broken relationship behind her, and is focused on the many wonderful possibilities life still holds in store.
When an invitation to travel across Australia on the Ghan for her mother's seventieth birthday comes her way, she is at first apprehensive. But the trip offers a precious opportunity to spend some quality time with the other women in her family - all four generations of them.
As the iconic train chugs its way beneath majestic desert skies, she becomes distracted by the attentions of a handsome younger man on his own search for meaning. When long-held family rifts reignite, Aggie must learn the true meaning of love, and about sticking together even through life's trickiest situations.
'The Jam Queens celebrates the joys and sorrows of life, and reveals the essential ingredients of the true recipe for happiness.' Better Reading
'Partly an ode to how food brings people together, The Jam Queens is a warm, layered novel about the high expectations surrounding work, love and family.' Apple Books
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781761048524
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2022
Publisher: Penguin Australia Pty Ltd
Pages: 400
Description:
Award-winning jam maker Aggie is determined to take her Barossa Valley cafe to new heights. She has put the pain of unsuccessful IVF treatments and a broken relationship behind her, and is focused on the many wonderful possibilities life still holds in store.
When an invitation to travel across Australia on the Ghan for her mother's seventieth birthday comes her way, she is at first apprehensive. But the trip offers a precious opportunity to spend some quality time with the other women in her family - all four generations of them.
As the iconic train chugs its way beneath majestic desert skies, she becomes distracted by the attentions of a handsome younger man on his own search for meaning. When long-held family rifts reignite, Aggie must learn the true meaning of love, and about sticking together even through life's trickiest situations.
'The Jam Queens celebrates the joys and sorrows of life, and reveals the essential ingredients of the true recipe for happiness.' Better Reading
'Partly an ode to how food brings people together, The Jam Queens is a warm, layered novel about the high expectations surrounding work, love and family.' Apple Books