The Scandalous Life of Ruby Devereaux

'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*<BR><BR>***<BR><BR>Everyone knows Ruby Devereaux's books. But no one knows her story... until now.<BR><BR>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 way. In a writing career spanning seven decades and more than twenty books, she's distilled everything into her work. Or has she?<BR><BR>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 says. Even in her dotage, Ruby M Devereaux has the power to surprise, because whatever this author does, she does on her own terms. Always.<BR><BR>Is Ruby finally about to reveal the secrets of her infamous life?<BR><BR>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.<BR><BR>***<BR><BR>Readers LOVE M.J. Robotham:<BR><BR>'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*<BR><BR>'Highly original and FUN. Highly recommend.' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*<BR><BR>'Kudos to Mandy Robotham for writing a fabulous novel.' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*<BR><BR>'A lovely book and a wonderful read' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*<BR><BR>'LOVED this book. So good!!! It was so interesting to read and Ruby is just the best character. I laughed throughout and had tears.' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*