<p><strong>Cecilia Aherne, The Time of my Life (Harper Collins, £5.99)</strong></p> <p><strong>Books of the week</strong></p>  Cecilia Aherne's novels are always a delight to read, and full of magic – and this one doesn't disappoint. When Lucy Silchester finds a golden envelope lying on her carpet she discovers it's an appointment for something she's been avoiding recently – an appointment with her /life/. Okay so it sounds a bit hokey, but bear with us. Life comes in the form of a man, who examines Lucy's decisions and teaches her to be truthful about what really matters. This story emphasises the importance of identifying issues in your life, and the consequences when you stop paying attention to it – and it's a great Christmassy read.  <p><strong>Amy Pearce</strong></p>
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