Aged to Perfection

'Dating in your 60s? This is what you need to know' The Telegraph

At sixty, Sophia Stone outdoes Bridget Jones in this deliciously daring romcom!

Sophia is determined to grow old disgracefully and refuses to be invisible. She craves fiery passion and steamy romance, not targeted ads for funeral plans. After a heart-shattering breakup, she ditches love to date a new man each week for a year.

As she flirts, fumbles and sips fizz through an array of encounters, from an opera buff in a cape to an orgasm whisperer, she discovers it's never too late to rewrite your own love story, even if it's not the one you expected...

Why readers have fallen in love with Sophia Stone:

'Refreshing, witty, and thoroughly entertaining... Aged to Perfection is a brilliant reminder that age is just a number, and there's no limit to living life to the fullest.'????

'Sophia shows that a sex life and adventure can still be found in later life and that it's not slippers and knitting just because you reach a certain age ... a brilliant read.' ?????

'Sophia is 60 and single .Why shouldn't she date a different man every week for a year? ... Laugh out loud moments, brilliant reading for the older woman or, indeed, women of any age.' ?????

'Absolutely brilliant, loved it. I will definitely be recommending.' ????

'I really enjoyed this novel ... Niloufar Lamakan has a strong writing style and I am excited for more.' ?????

'Loved this story ... fun and full of enjoyment.' ????

More praise for Aged to Perfection:

'It's refreshing to see an older heroine portrayed with so much spirit, vulnerability and unapologetic glamour. This is the perfect book to take on holiday, or savour in the garden in the sun with a glass of sangria.' Sixtyplusurfers

'Bold, daring, and gloriously funny.' Helen Lederer

'A fabulous read! I LOVED IT!' Amanda Prowse, International Bestselling Author

'At last, a heroine who proves passion has no age limit!' Kathleen Whyman, Bestselling Author

'Sassy and audacious!' Julietta Henderson, Richard and Judy Book Club author of The Funny Thing About Norman Foreman

Niloufar Lamakan celebrates the pursuit of passion in later life. Sophia's ... adventures on the mature dating circuit are hilarious. I recommend Aged to Perfection to anyone who enjoys a rude belly laugh! Paterson Loarn, author of Up the Community Centre

In this humorous and feminist tale, Sophia Stone, the protagonist, proves that age is just a number and passion has no age limit. She embarks on a series of hilarious adventures in the city, dating a new man each week, making Aged to Perfection a top pick among the latest stories in fiction.

For fans of Nicola May (Starry Skies in Ferry Lane Market), Karen King (The Runaway Wives), Darcy Mcguire (The Secret Life of a Lady), and Linda Green (The Woman with All the Answers).

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