Now that I’m almost 47, I think of myself as practically 50. My husband shakes his head and reminds me that I’m still closer to 45, but I’m not buying it. Between the work it takes my cosmetologist daughter to hide the grey in my hair and the effort it takes me just to walk around the block, I have to tell you I’m feeling my age.

Maybe that’s what attracted me to Sandra D. Bricker‘s The Big 5-Oh!. Or maybe it’s the fact that she’s billed as the lady who writes “laugh out loud” fiction for the inspirational market. Either way, I’m glad I picked this book up.

Honestly, I can’t remember when or where I got this little keeper, but after seeing Sandra’s posts on facebook, I knew I had to read her stuff. I enjoyed this quick, light read, then read the teaser in the back of the book for Always the Baker, Never the Bride, and began searching for it. I was lucky to catch it on one of those days when it was free to Kindle. Score! It was great fun, too.

If you’re looking for a fun read to enjoy in the sunshine this summer, this is the book for you. A nice break from more serious fare, Sandra’s books make me smile.

I don’t know Sandra personally, but she’s connected to a lot of the same people I am in the industry. From everything I’ve seen, she’s a go-getter and a woman of passion. I really enjoyed learning more about her on her bio page on her website.

Here’s the back cover copy for The Big 5-0h!:

Olivia Wallance can’t remember a birthday that wasn’t marked by illness, tragedy, or both. As she approaches the big 5-0, she’s determined to change her streak of bad luck. With the help of her best friend, Liv escapes to the Florida sunshine. Amidst a crazy cast of characters that include a dog with a lampshade collar, a rogue alligator, and a flirtatious octogenarian, God surprises her with the best birthday gift of all . . . a second chance at love.