Mrs. Endicott's Splendid Adventure

Surrey, England, 1938. After thirty devoted years of marriage, Ellie Endicott is blindsided by her husband’s appeal for divorce. It’s Ellie’s opportunity for change too. The unfaithful cad can have the house. She’s taking the Bentley. Ellie, her housekeeper Mavis, and her elderly friend Dora—each needing escape—impulsively head for parts unknown in the South of France.With the Rhône surging beside them, they have nowhere to be and everywhere to go. Until the Bentley breaks down in the inviting fishing hamlet of Saint Benet. Here, Ellie rents an abandoned villa in the hills, makes wonderful friends among the villagers, and finds herself drawn to Nico, a handsome and enigmatic fisherman. As for unexpected destinations, the simple paradis of Saint Benet is perfect. But fates soon change when the threat of war encroaches.

“A delightful story of a heroine whose inner strength triumphs over adversity.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Indeed a splendid adventure as the three women blossom and enjoy the beautiful setting of their new lives, vividly described.” —Historical Novels Review

“A masterfully told tale of friendship, love, and perseverance, where the characters feel like lifelong friends. It’s as uplifting as it is gripping. An absolute must-read!” —Julianne MacLean, bestselling author of All Our Beautiful Goodbyes