Sylvia Garland's Broken Heart

When Sylvia Garland returns to England, after the death of her husband and half a lifetime lived abroad, the last thing she expects is to find love again. But when her daughter-in-law Smita announces she is pregnant, and despite her own poor track record as a mother, she finds herself caught up in the excitement.

Before Sylvia knows it, she is 65 years old and head over heels in love - with her grandson.

SYLVIA GARLAND'S BROKEN HEART is a touching, witty look at family ties across the generations and the plight of grandparents when their children's relationships break down.

Helen Harris has published four novels and many short stories in a wide range of magazines and anthologies. She teaches creative writing at Birkbeck College, University of London and runs a life story writing programme for older people.

When Sylvia Garland returns to England, after the death of her husband and half a lifetime lived abroad, the last thing she expects is to find love again. But when her daughter-in-law Smita announces she is pregnant, and despite her own poor track record as a mother, she finds herself caught up in the excitement.Before Sylvia knows it, she is 65 years old and head over heels in love - with her grandson.SYLVIA GARLAND'S BROKEN HEART is a touching, witty look at family ties across the generations and the plight of grandparents when their children's relationships break down.

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