As Millie approaches forty, she realises time is running out for her, and she suddenly wants a baby now. She tries every way and method with her husband, Andrew, to get pregnant, but after months of trying, there is still no good news.
She wants a baby so much that she does not realise it is affecting her relationship with Andrew.
Title: Going It Alone
Author: Clare Dowling
Publisher: London: Headline Review, 2008
Call Number: English DOW
Type: Fiction
ISBN: 9780755345281
When Andrew needs to relocate because of his job, things become worse. It is going to be more difficult for Millie to get a baby, and she finally decides to have one on her own.
She makes an appointment with a fertility clinic in Spain without telling her family, and embarks on a roller coaster journey.
It becomes tricky when her sister and father decide to follow her to Spain for a short break. Things become more exciting when she meets the gorgeous Simon in Spain…
Librarian’s Review
The storyline is entertaining, portraying the challenges of marriage and mid-life crises, with a mix of humour and tears. Definitely an insightful and enjoyable read for the holidays.
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Recommended by Noriahni binte Ismail, National Library Board.
Source: Text and image from book sleeve; also available at www.amazon.com.
