The Last Train Ride of Mrs Braddle (Deceased)

Original Paperback with an unlaminated artboard cover

'Not for the first time Martin wondered whether agreeing to his mother’s last request was the best decision he had ever made' - One man’s funny, touching and unpredictable journey through life, love and reconnection. Not for the first time Martin wondered whether agreeing to his mother’s last request was the best decision he had ever made
 
When Mrs Braddle dies, her son is determined to fulfil her very unusual request. But his sister doesn’t approve – ‘We’re not a weird family, Martin’ – the chairman of the heritage railway line is letting off steam, and Martin isn’t used to facing his problems head-on. If he is going to carry out his mother’s last wishes, he’ll have to stop running.
 
Enter a pessimistic friend, a train mad vicar, an engine driver and the widow of his former employer. With their help, this plan might just work …
 
One man’s funny, touching and unpredictable journey through life, love and reconnection. 
 
*Praise for Michael Bartlett*
‘Wonderfully revealing and insightful’
‘A totally absorbing read’
‘Utterly gripping’
‘A beautiful read. Made me smile’     
‘Definitely a book to recommend to others’
‘Difficult to put down’
 
About the author: Michael Bartlett has been a regular writer for hit programmes for radio and television, and he has also written numerous original plays which have been staged for radio, TV and theatre across the UK. He lives with his wife in Norfolk. He is the author of many novels and short story collections.