{"product_id":"growing-old-disgracefully-karen-king-9781806563531","title":"Growing Old Disgracefully","description":"A BRAND NEW screamingly-funny story from bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Old Gals' Bucket List\u003c\/em\u003e, Karen King. Perfect for fans of Dawn French, Maddie Please and Judy Leigh \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Aren't you a bit old to live in a house-share?'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhen Nancy's husband disappears to 'find himself' on a worldwide tour, just before he's due to retire, she's devastated to find he's left her penniless.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShe has the house though... and so she does the only thing she can. She finds lodgers. Her sister Val thinks it's a mad idea, but Nancy's sure it'll be fine, as long as she doesn't have anyone young and chaotic, so she selects three lodgers of similar age to her.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBut she soon realises that life model Jackie, fortune teller Phyllis, and ageing rocker Marvin might be a more crazy group than teenagers would be. What's more... they're determined to help Nancy find her own wild side!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon't miss this hilarious, uplifting story about how it's never too late to find the fun in life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Readers love Karen King \u003cp\u003e'\u003cstrong\u003eBeautifully uplifting and full of joy\u003c\/strong\u003e... \u003cstrong\u003eFull of warmth, loads of fun and hugely enjoyable with that all important uplifting ending\u003c\/strong\u003e.' Bestselling author, Kate Galley\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'\u003cstrong\u003eA cosy, inspiring read of new love and fresh opportunities\u003c\/strong\u003e.' Bestselling author, Maddie Please\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'\u003cstrong\u003eSo good that I just didn't want it to end\u003c\/strong\u003e.' Reader Review \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'\u003cstrong\u003eSuch a good fun read!...\u003c\/strong\u003e A wonderfully written read that \u003cstrong\u003eshowcases the strength, compassion and tenacity of the older generation \u003c\/strong\u003eand that \u003cstrong\u003eit's never too late to take a chance, try something new and enjoy the life you deserve!\u003c\/strong\u003e A genuinely wholesome empowering read.' Reader Review \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'\u003cstrong\u003eI couldn't turn the pages fast enough!\u003c\/strong\u003e{:: }\u003cstrong\u003e...\u003c\/strong\u003e Such an uplifting and escapist story. There was family drama, love, romance and friendship and \u003cstrong\u003eI am so glad that I went along for the ride\u003c\/strong\u003e.' Reader Review \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'\u003cstrong\u003eI adored this book! \u003c\/strong\u003ePerfect for anyone looking for a cozy, lighthearted, funny read... \u003cstrong\u003eIt is really never too late to go after what you want\u003c\/strong\u003e, find true happiness, and start living life for you.' Reader Review \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'\u003cstrong\u003eA perfect beach read\u003c\/strong\u003e... light hearted, fast paced, easy to read, and \u003cstrong\u003efilled with funny moments\u003c\/strong\u003e.' Reader Review \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'\u003cstrong\u003eAn absolute joy\u003c\/strong\u003e to read. \u003cstrong\u003eIt completely absorbed me from the very beginning\u003c\/strong\u003e... A perfect summer read... Heartwarming and inspiring.' Reader Review \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e'Touching, uplifting and totally relatable. \u003cstrong\u003eImagine a story where Thelma and Louise had a happy ending, and you're on the right track\u003c\/strong\u003e.' Reader Review \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Karen King\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1806563533\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781806563531\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Boldwood Books Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/20\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 224\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.64lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.56d","brand":"Karen King","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48520319860991,"sku":"9781806563531","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_ae60d164-f165-4b4d-89e6-fbabfa12c3a7.jpg?v=1778742052","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/growing-old-disgracefully-karen-king-9781806563531","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}