Helen Winters can’t ignore the ache in her heart. With one beloved friend facing a shocking diagnosis and the other still walking on eggshells after their blowout fight, the bubbly fifty-year-old craves the lost comfort of their familiar dynamic. So when someone suggests a trio of tickets to Vegas, the determined woman hopes the trip will rescue their decades-long friendship. Landing in Sin City, Helen struggles to reclaim her devil-may-care university spirit. And as everyone plays their cards close to their vest and tries to make it alone, she worries that time is running out for reconciliation. Will laughter, tears, and shared vulnerabilities help them salvage their lifelong bond? A Midlife Gamble is the emotional third tale in the Midlife Trilogy women’s fiction series. If you like witty and mature heroines, wrestling with hard truths, and friendships that run deep, then you’ll love Cary J Hansson’s heartrending conclusion

'I have completely been absorbed by the trilogy. Friendship has been at the heart of this series and the meandering challenges that friendships face. Totally addictive reading.';'As a 50-something woman in my prime, it spoke to me over and over, making me laugh, cry and sigh in recognition.I highly recommend these books';'I couldn't put these books down, had to read them all. It is an absolutely brilliant story, loved every moment. Friends who stay friends forever';'Great finale to a sad/happy tale. Evokes lots of emotion. Great read';'Another great read from Cary Hansson. I’ve loved reading this trilogy, it’s almost like catching up with friends';'It had me holding my breath in places but well worth it. This is definitely one you won't want to miss.';'What can I say - I loved this very fitting and emotional end to a trilogy that I have thoroughly enjoyed. I didn't want it to finish as I knew it was the last time I would spend any time with Caro, Helen and Kay.';'A beautifully written story about the power of friendships, with brilliant characters and lots of fun. Such an emotional read, just brilliant'

Cary is a fifty something mum of three, an ex-dancer, actress, waitress, cleaner, TV presenter, double-glazing sales rep, fax machine operator (what's a fax machine?) You name it and she's cleaned it, served it, sent it or sold it. After years of globe-trotting and messing about, she settled down to a BA in Literature and Creative Writing, got a First Class and promptly moved to Sweden to start her own mid-life adventure. She swims in the Baltic sea year round, paddle-boards under midnight suns and has learned to sail. The author of six books and several short stories, Cary's work has been shortlisted in national and international competitions. She writes stories about ordinary people, living lives of extraordinary courage and indestructible humour. She promises only two things: no knights in shining armour and no flying cars. Her characters save themselves, as in the end we all must do. To learn more visit: https://www.caryjhansson.com/