Lessons In Duck Shooting – Jayne Buxton

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Lessons in Duck Shooting by Jayne Buxton is a warm, witty contemporary novel that delves into the unpredictable world of modern dating, motherhood, and midlife reinvention. Set in bustling London, the story follows Ally James, a frazzled single mother of two whose life feels like an endless cycle of fish sticks, school runs, and a dull job marketing marmalade. To make matters worse, her ex-husband David seems to be constantly flaunting a revolving door of glamorous girlfriends, while Ally’s own romantic prospects are non-existent.

When David’s latest flame, the ever-glamorous Chantal, is introduced to their children — a first — Ally realises it might be time to take control of her own love life. Enter Mel, her well-meaning friend with a questionable plan: a self-help dating seminar called Market Yourself. What begins as a reluctant experiment turns into an unexpectedly hilarious and empowering journey, forcing Ally to confront her insecurities, rediscover her confidence, and learn a few surprising lessons about what she truly wants.

Ideal for fans of light-hearted women’s fiction and stories about second chances, Lessons in Duck Shooting is a sharp, entertaining look at the highs and lows of dating after divorce, laced with humour, heart, and relatable honesty.