A very enjoyable, quick read about starting over in middle age. Relatable characters and a well crafted storyline; the only draw back, for me was that the ending was a little too sweet.

Thank you to NetGalley and Choc-Lit
Most books that read that are which are about women over 50 and divorced usually showcase all the negativity and drama that’s involved but in this book it was totally different!! I really enjoyed this story. It’s about a woman named Angie, and she is learning how to live her life after divorce. Her friend Patty helps her learn how to live life to the fullest and to be positive. Angie helps ladies go on holidays where they could recover themselves and enjoy life. This book was so much fun to read and easy to follow. I also loved the book club and karaoke aspects within the story. I would definitely recommend this book and would read more from this author.!

*4 Easy reading offering amusing entertainment

Beginning on the day Angela Shepherd moves into a rented house while her family home is being sold, what follows are the next twelve months of Angie's life. Fifty plus, and newly divorced, feeling at a low ebb with her confidence shot to pieces after her husband's abandonment, Angie's friends and work colleagues encourage her during her year of self discovery. Discarding her trainers and comfy cardigans, with a new hair style, enjoying nights out and joining various clubs, even attending speed dating (not good), she blossoms. Trying to boost sales in the travel agency where she works, Angie decides to provide holidays for people like herself: middle aged, single and keen to travel. Her idea becomes a roaring success and The Mercury Travel Club is created.

Good ending with the mystery of the phantom gardener uncovered.

eARC generously supplied by Choc-Lit/Joffe Books and NetGalley, this review is my personal, unbiased opinion.

This was an easy and funny read which follows Angela, a newly divorced woman who finds friendship and community after her marriage breaks down.
I felt it was very down to earth in terms of Anglea’ relationship with Alan her ex-husband and it was nice to see her inner thoughts about their past and present.
I loved Patty, her friend who lives life to the full and encourages Angela to do the same. Alongside Charlie the Mercury Travel Club they create provides holidays and experiences for those a bit more mature in age and it gives Angela a sense of success, friendship and community.
I thought it was a well written, light hearted read which did deal with some in-depth topics really well and it’s was an enjoyable read. Just what I needed at the time.

A fun, quick and humorous read about a woman reinventing herself after a sudden divorce. The main character Angela Hargrave is a very relatable character and her friend patty is very funny. From doing karaoke and joining a book club to becoming a business partner at the travel business she works at you find yourself rooting for Angela during this delightful read.

2.75/5 - this was a nice story, found it a little slow at times and sometimes I found it hard to keep track but I liked the characters and would read another book by this author.

The story is familiar, a divorced woman making a new start. The travel and wit make this a fun read. Perfect for a summer or beach read for those looking for something on the lighter side.

An entertaining look at recovery and growth after a divorce. Finding one's career, real friends, and new relationships. Sweet story. Thanks to the publisher for providing a copy via NetGalley. My review is voluntary.

We have all read books with a similar plot before; you know, the one where the middle-aged woman gets dumped by her philandering husband. BUT, The Mercury Travel Club, by Helen Bridgett, completely transcends this plotline with the wry observations and humor of our heroine, Angie, and a hilarious group of supporting characters as well as some very unique entrepreneurial ideas and second careers.

Angie’s efforts to move on include numerous hijinks, especially with her best friend, Patty. She joins a book club, starts participating more in her fledging career at a travel agency, and along with 3 other women of a certain age, rocks karaoke. The usual plot points (often involving the ex) are not here. No one is evil. Instead this is an uplifting read that shows closing one phase of your life means other phases can open.

This book has lots of heart and is great entertainment.

this was such a feel good book that got me in the mood for summer. the cover art is so beautiful and this book came into my hands at the perfect time.

This was such a fun book to read. We also did an amazing job making you feel like you were right there with everyone. I admit I laughed. I cheered I believe really people from this book for my friends because it was so well written 5/5 stars. I love reading about travel and with both did not disappoint with all the beautiful locations. Definitely give it a read of you. Like fun. Happy feel good novels

This book was fun and light hearted and quick to read.

Enjoyed reading something outside of my usual demographic for FMC. Angie was charming and funny and this was a nice break from heavy fantasy.

THE MERCURY TRAVEL CLUB is a tongue in cheek mid life chic lit. It is a bit of fun, and quite light hearted. There was so much going on and so many 'crossing paths' with the ex husband that it wasn't believable. But it is a bit of fun. An easy read for a rainy day and a bit of a giggle.