Forty Love by Jane Costello

It's never too late for a comeback! This hilarious, uplifting, and relatable mid-life romantic comedy from Jane Costello explores second chances, unexpected passions, and the challenges of modern motherhood.

Single mum Jules is navigating life when her 19-year-old daughter leaves for a solo trip around the world, triggering an unprecedented wave of anxiety. Desperate for a distraction, she rashly joins an amateur women's tennis team, despite not really playing. As she rallies on the court and forms new friendships, Jules finds herself entangled in a passionate, all-consuming relationship—and not only with tennis. But will her sexy encounters with handsome doctor Sam Delaney, her old school crush who now plays tennis right outside her window, lead to a devastating double fault?

• Hilarious and relatable story of mid-life romance and rediscovery.
• Features themes of motherhood, anxiety, and finding new passions.
• Written by acclaimed author Jane Costello.
• Perfect for readers who enjoy uplifting contemporary fiction.

• Author: Jane Costello
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 336 pages
• Publisher: Hodder Paperbacks
• Publication Date: May 5, 2026
• ISBN-10: 1399739506
• ISBN-13: 978-1399739504
• Dimensions: 128 x 196 x 24mm
• Weight: 238 g

Dive into Forty Love for a story about stepping onto the court of life again, even when you don't know the rules.