10 Books That Would Make Great Last-Minute Mother's Day Gifts!
Left it to the last minute again? Don't fret - Austin Macauley have come to your rescue. Here are ten books that are guaranteed to put a smile on your Mum's face this Sunday! 1) The Sunny Side Of The Street by David Graves This humourous and appealing selection of photographs, spanning from the 1960s to the present, comes from the archives of David Graves. Even some recognisable celebrities are captured here in this heart warming collection of pictures that will be sure to bring a smile to your face. 2) Food, Family And Faraway Places by Margo Smith Filled with recipes from across the globe this book includes recipes from South Africa, the Mediterranean, the United Kingdom and the Far East. All look intriguing and definitely worth trying! A fascinating addition to any cook's library, not just for the recipes themselves, but also because of the extra information about the author and the hints the author has added in order to aid the cook. 3) Oh...Blood 'n' Sand! by Gabriel Saint Pat Green takes us on a journey through her 50th year with humour, pathos, social and political ranting. She reminisces about her past - childhood, teens and young adulthood with candid revelations of rape, allegedly assaulting police officers, fancying the dinner lady and snogging all the boys in primary school! She recounts the heart ache of losing her brother to liver cancer and caring for her dying parents. She directs us through the psychological and physical challenges of giving up cigarettes whilst recollecting the many ‘mental' episodes throughout her life which she's no longer afraid to share. 4) Plum Jam and Pot Mess: Coping with Chaos as a Schoolboy and Sailorboy by Normal Dabell Norman Dabell has been a successful journalist, broadcaster and author for nearly 40 years but this is the story of his life before the pen and ink. Plum Jam and Pot Mess were two of Norman's favourite delicacies and they aptly sum him up. As a youngster he was often in a jam; when he served in the Royal Navy, he was nearly always in a mess. This is an hilarious and nostalgic look from the ‘40s to the '70s through the eyes of a real-life Adrian Mole who became a Jonah. 5) Gullible's Troubles by Suzi Tooke A charming and engaging tale of a couple's adventures through France and Sicily in a temperamental camper van, with a little England, Wales and Italy for good measure. Packed with amusing anecdotes and local colour, Gullible's Troubles is the perfect holiday read - humour, tragedy, history, geography, cats, dogs, sunshine, lots of fun and a seafood recipe. 6) A Wolf in Sheep's Clothing by Barbara Unković After living in Croatia for seven years, author Barbara Unković returned to her New Zealand birthplace for an extended family holiday. With the holiday over, and eager to be back in her adopted homeland, Barbara's joy upon her return to Croatia is marred by the rude welcome she receives. 7) The Nutters by Kate Starmer Take a medically retired copper put out of action by a killer clown, add his eager but easily distracted wife, sprinkle in small town jealousies, secret pasts, blackmail, unrequited love and top off with a lot of food, wine, tea and cakes and Albert and Rose Nutter's first case as private detectives is all set to be a twisting, turning, calorie-filled adventure. 8) Emily King by B.A. Smith Beautiful Emily King is expected to make a good marriage by her grasping family, but when she goes to Compton Abbey to attract wealthy James Copeland, her own feelings conflict with her mercenary goal. Miles Houghton has loved Emily for years and expects her to marry him. Mr Crawley is another suitor who has her father's blessing. As Emily is swept up into a tangle of elopements and scandal, her path becomes harder and fraught with danger. Emily King is a charming Regency Romance. Vivid descriptions of clothes and historical details make B A Smith's novel a delightful addition to the library of any romantic novel enthusiast. 9) Alone by Cheryl Bailey Clarke Jennifer Aagar, a dutiful wife and mother hopes her life can return back to normality with her husband Simon, after her three children have fled the nest. However, she soon discovers her marriage is in serious trouble. Jennifer has no option but to confront Simon of his affair. But how will she break the news to her family and how will her friends react? When Jennifer is at her all time low, she comes to realise she can turn her life around. Aunt Rose, a mother-figure who has always been there through thick and thin reignites Jennifer's passion for life once again. 10) The Power of Love by Pamela Deakin The Power of Love is a compelling story of a never forgotten love which had its origins in the early part of the Second World War. As a family saga, it dates from the 1920s to the 1980s and is seen through the eyes of three generations, in particular five family members.