The Switch
By Beth O'Leary
Flatiron Books, 2020. 330 pgs. Fiction
When overachiever Leena Cotton is ordered to take a two-month sabbatical after blowing a big project at work, she escapes to her grandmother Eileen's house in a tiny Yorkshire village. Eileen is newly single after her husband of many years left her and is ready for some new adventures. They decide to do a two month swap, with Eileen moving to London and Leena settling in to quiet village life. But stepping into one another's shoes proves more difficult than either of them expected.
This was a fun, quick read! The idea of being able to swap lives with someone sounds so appealing but I like how this book also shows that there are some down sides. I love how Eileen doesn't let age stop her from having adventures and trying new things. Throughout the book, Leena and Eileen make friends with people in different age groups from their own. There is a lot to learn from each other when you take the time to listen. This book is about finding yourself, lifting others and going out of your comfort zone.
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