Lucky Day by Beth Morrey

Work. Eat. Sleep. Repeat.

But not today. Today, the rules don’t apply…

After a morning that starts with a terrible migraine, an accidentally strong concoction of painkillers, and a bump on the head, Clover Hendry is not quite herself.

And as she walks out of work at 9.47am, for once Clover isn’t worrying about the consequences.

For once, she’s going to live for herself. . . if only for a day.

Full of a joyful recklessness, Clover Hendry is taking the day off. But will her new-found freedom uncover long-buried secrets?

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Introduction

I've read one of Beth's books before and thoroughly enjoyed it. She has a style all of her own that doesn't quite match anyone else and doesn't exactly fit in any box. The closest might be inspirational beach fiction? Either way they're amazing reads.

Plot Summary

Clover is overworked and underappreciated, both at home and at work. She's been suffering stress headaches and pops some pills she has at home to deal with it - and then suffers a head injury on the way to work. Some combination of the two leaves her unbothered by the thought of consequences, and she spends a day doing whatever she feels like, whenever she feels like doing it.

Characters

Clover is our main character, and it's hard not to cringe when we see her impulsive actions. There are some flashbacks spread through the story about her childhood under her strict mother, which help to show how she became a people pleaser. She has a husband and two children, but honestly her colleagues and best friend are more important (to the story; obviously her family is more important in her life.)

Writing Style

A chatty, comfortable style of writing here. Clover narrates everything, so we are literally inside her head. It gives us a great insight into why she is the way she is.

Strengths

• Funny, quippy, fast paced
• Interesting concept

Weaknesses

• Clover is clearly unwell and none of her colleagues care or seem to notice
• It's probably the head injury, but Clover's impulsive acts get a bit annoying in the middle. Things get better again towards the end though

Conclusion

Highly recommended to anyone looking for an interesting read. Clover's view behind the scenes of TV was fascinating to read.

Lucky Day is available now. I received a free copy and am giving an honest review.