Service95 Recommends is the home of the books we love and reviews from our contributors. The Life Impossible by Matt Haig follows Grace, a retired maths teacher who inherits a house in Ibiza and is drawn into the secrets her late friend left behind.
What We Say: “In The Life Impossible, Grace, a retired teacher in her seventies, is struggling with the grief of losing both her husband and son when she unexpectedly inherits a house in Ibiza. Thrown into a world of quirky locals, wild parties, and the most beautiful setting, Grace finds herself rediscovering happiness and unlocking abilities she didn’t know she had. With a feel-good, uplifting vibe, Grace’s journey from sorrow to strength is told in a charming, engaging way, with a bit of suspense and a magical backdrop. The book’s positive message can feel a little cheesy at times, but it’s a super enjoyable, fast-paced read that keeps you turning the pages!” – Olivia Thompson, Head of Marketing & Events
What They Say: “Haig’s wise and moving novel is both a mystery and a love story . . . Perhaps its greatest gift lies in showing us that it is possible to dismantle the boundaries we have built, grasp the connections previously hidden, and appreciate life in all its richness” – Joanna Cannon
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Olivia Thompson is Head of Marketing & Events
