Contemporary
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Odile, a French woman living in Edinburgh, may be getting older, but she refuses to fade away or conform to what is expected of her. Like her friends, old and new, Odile is a testament that mature women acquire their strength through the struggles of life.
After all that experience, sacrifice, rage even, she is determined to remain relevant. She intends to live her precious life to the full and very much on her terms.
Odile has worked hard at leaving her past behind. With time, she has forged her own path and raised her daughter, Rowan, singlehandedly, against the odds. Yet, the past has a habit of resurfacing, no matter what. Besides, what she calls her past belongs to her daughter too, and it is Rowan who will put Odile to the test.
Is Odile really the woman she thinks she is? Can she find her way of making things right and discover her own way of ageing well? Her quest begins.
Here's what readers have to say about this book....
As a woman in my mid-60s, I identified with this book 100% and punched the air in agreement with many of the storylines. I was totally invested not only in the main character but also in many of the women whose lives were so skilfully depicted. You know a book is excellent when it makes you feel emotional. Edinburgh was described as a beautiful place, and I am planning a visit to the City to take one of the recommended walking tours of the forgotten stories of the women of Edinburgh over the ages. I'm looking forward to buying more copies of this book for my friends
I loved this book. It is so beautifully written that once I started reading it I couldn't put it down. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who likes a good read. I am now hoping there will be another book t look forward to.
I loved this book. It tackles highly relevant and difficult issues using the voices of relatable and engaging characters. I cried my way through the last few chapters- not saying whether they were happy or sad tears! Definitely worth reading
This is a beautifully crafted story featuring the relatable and thought provoking Odile, through who we explore the concepts of identity and connection. This book is both charming and erudite in its wit and wisdom, and I loved it!
I loved this book. Emotional, brave and particulary gripping in parts. Could not wait to turn the page....... I totally get that some of us over 60 may feel overlooked, undervalued and underestimated by society today. But in 'Grey Matters' Danielle proved to us that if you have a dream, whatever your age, just go for it. Danielle also managed to capture the importance of having true friends. The bond between friends. Friends who deeply care about each other is as described a beautiful thing to experience. Can't wait for the next book.
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