Birds of a Feather by Tricia Stringer

Tricia Stringer is an author whose books I first read in 2025. She writes women’s fiction, set in Australia, that offers good characters and plots. They are relaxing reads for me so especially valued when I feel stressed.

Birds of a Feather tells the story of three women and those around them. They do not always get along but come to realize how much they value one another.

Eve is in her sixties. She is a widow whose children live far away. Eve has had some run ins with the women in her community and feels a bit isolated as the story opens. Her business partner of many years wants to sell-who will Eve be if she loses this as well? Eve faces a further difficulty when she injures her shoulder and requires surgery.

Lucy is married to a husband who often works away for long stretches. It is hard having the full responsibility for young Poppy and Noah. Even though, her in-laws would help, Lucy hates to rely on them. Lucy is a nurse who had a bad event that has made her question herself. Nonetheless, she helps Eve.

Julia is adrift. She is Eve’s niece and surprises her with a visit. She clashes with Lucy, seemingly finding it hard to share Eve.

How will these three find their way? Find out in this most enjoyable read.

Other books by Stringer:

It takes a lot of energy: Keeping up Appearances by Tricia Stringer

What is the nature of: The Family Inheritance (Tricia Stringer)