Someone Else's Shoes

I found this book wonderfully relatable, imagining myself as either of the two main protagonists who accidentally swapped shoes at the gym and whose lives are changed accordingly. The mix-ups and mess-ups that ensued had me clutching my sides.

I was so invested in both the characters and how their lives would turn out I nearly cried when I finished it. I found this book very clever and believable as well; a tiny bit far-fetched but still realistic.

I’ve been a huge fan of this author for a long time, as she writes about women’s stories in a fun yet emotional way.

This is the story of a woman who seemingly has everything and another woman who doesn’t. The second woman finds the first one’s duffle bag filled with expensive clothes, and as she wears them, she begins to feel different and more confident. So confident that she makes changes in her life for the better.

During this time, the first woman’s life falls apart. It’s hard not to compare yourself to others who seem to have more,… show more.

I listened to this on holiday. I had a limited luggage allowance, so I downloaded something intelligent but fun. I am now a audio book convert. Daisy Ridley is a superb narrator, conjuring the different characters and their voices beautifully.

The premise is simple: two very different women leave a local gym with the wrong bag and are literally forced to walk in each other’s shoes. Although it seems light and witty, this novel has something serious to say.

JoJo Moyes launches us into a sharply plotted story of mid-life female camaraderie involving a rich cast of supporting characters from… show more.