''This is just a delight! The lovable characters and Ruby''s charming and thrilling stories make this a book truly enjoyable and heartwarming read.'' - Amazon reviewer, 5*

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Everyone knows Ruby Devereaux’s books. But no one knows her story..until now.

From a teenager in wartime England to a veteran of modern-day London – via 1950’s New York, the Swinging Sixties, Cold War Berlin, Venice and Vietnam – Ruby Devereaux has lived one hell of a life: parties, scandals and conflict zones, meeting men and adventure along the wayIn a writing career spanning seven decades and more than twenty books, she’s distilled everything into her work. Or has she?

Now beyond her 90th year, Ruby’s energy is ebbing and her beloved typewriter put away. Until a call from her publisher presents Ruby with an ultimatum, and the impetus to embark on one last book – “warts and all”, as she saysEven in her dotage, Ruby M Devereaux has the power to surprise, because whatever this author does, she does on her own terms. Always.

Is Ruby finally about to reveal the secrets of her infamous life?

Taking the reader on a rollercoaster ride through the latter half of the 20th Century, The Scandalous Life of Ruby Devereaux is a mesmerising story of one unforgettable woman’s place in an ever-changing world.

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Readers LOVE M.JRobotham:

''I absolutely loved this book! I could not put it down! I was absolutely mesmerized by this story and I loved every word of it. This may is my favorite book for the year so far!! 5 star read!!!'' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*

''Highly original and FUNHighly recommend.'' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*

''Kudos to Mandy Robotham for writing a fabulous novel.'' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*

''A lovely book and a wonderful read'' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*

''LOVED this book. So good!!! It was so interesting to read and Ruby is just the best characterI laughed throughout and had tears.'' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*



Format Häftad Omfång 336 sidor Språk Engelska Förlag Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Utgivningsdatum 2024-04-11 ISBN 9781035901111