The People's Friend

Our book recommenda­tions for the month, plus your chance to win them

Karen Byrom shares her pick of the best new fiction paperbacks.

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Celebrates a life full of precious memories

Here And Now by Santa Montefiore

Marigold has just turned sixty-six when she notices she is becoming increasing­ly forgetful. Can the love and support of her family, friends and her close-knit rural community, along with her spiritual communion with her late father, help her see dementia as an adventure? This ultimately uplifting story takes the fear out of dementia and replaces it with love.

RRP £7.99

Relative Secrets by Helen Stancey

When Lucy helps her mum to clear her grandmothe­r Mary’s house after she goes into a care home, she comes across two sketches that cause her to question everything she’s ever known about her grandparen­ts’ marriage. Where will her investigat­ions lead? And what will it mean for her mum and her family? An intriguing family tale.

RRP £8.99

The Paris Secret by Natasha Lester

A collection of Dior dresses found in an old house in Cornwall leads Kat on a quest to unravel the fate of Margaux, Skye and Liberty and their roles in WWII. Inspired by the heroism of Catherine Dior, sister of the designer, this dual timeline story is a heart-breaking, romantic, suspensefu­l and deeply satisfying read.

RRP £7.99

The Littlest Library by Poppy Alexander

As proud new owner of a rundown but charming cottage, librarian Jess discovers she’s responsibl­e for the old phone box outside it. With books inherited from her grandma Mimi, Jess converts it into a library. Soon she’s making friends – but single dad Aidan remains aloof. Will she ever win him over? A warm and gentle romance. RRP £8.99

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