The third in the ‘Widows’ series, this one centring on Viola and Maisie. Viola has a secret and a drinking problem. Maisie has troubles of her own in the form of house renovations, advances from a neighbour and preparing for her daughter’s wedding. Their lives collide in the most unlikely of ways, but will they up being friends at last?

This story deals with some serious themes, but amongst the weeds and the showers there are quite a lot of flowers and sunshine. I’ve read the previous two books, The Hoarder’s Widow and The Widow’s Mite, which I very much enjoyed. The Widow’s Weeds is no exception, it didn’t disappoint in the least bit. It’s a welcome addition to the series. It’s well written with some endearing characters plus the odd villain. I have been totally immersed in their lives for the past week. A moving tale of friendship and courage which had me turning the pages to the very end. ( )