In terms of morality, it isnt great to date a married man. In terms of religion, its enough to get you marked as a fallen woman.
If only something could be done about these loose women, the bishop muses to himself. To solve the problem, he instigates a Basic Theology-in fact, more of an Adulterers Anonymous-class in an out-of-the-way village. Most of the members come to see the light, but Alice, Mavis, and Gabs remain...adulterers. Alice is a harried single mother dealing with a teenage son, an irresponsible ex, and a noncommittal lover. Mavis works at an unfulfilling job and cares for her elderly, confused mother. Gabs is an angelic carer by day and a bewitching escort by night.
To the consternation of their teacher, Father Cuthbert, they dont seem very interested in turning away from their life of sin, and so they decide to form their own group and go it alone.
The women and their small circle of friends and family deal with selfish lovers, unexpected pregnancies, and forbidden temptations. Free of the Catholic Church, the not-so-holy trinity of Alice, Mavis, and Gabs shines brightly in this highly entertaining novel.
About the Author
Author Frances Garrood has published two previous novels, Dead Ernest and The Birds, the Bees and Other Secrets. Her stories focus on many different types of relationships, and Garrood uses her previous experience as a relationship counsellor to make these bonds realistic and intriguing.
Garroods first husband died suddenly, and her work often contains themes of bereavement and second chances.
She lives in Devizes, England, with her second husband. She enjoys riding her horse over the Wiltshire downs, singing in the church choir, and keeping up with her many grandchildren. She also corresponds with a prisoner on death row in Texas.
