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He might be the direct heir to the British throne, but on a flying two-day royal tour of India last week, Prince Charles proved he has his feet firmly on the ground! During his time in New Delhi, the Prince of Wales visited a Sikh temple, where he removed his shoes to reveal some rather red and swollen toes. Experts have noticed that Charles, who turned 71 last week, often suffers from swollen extremities when he travels abroad, and the prince himself has acknowledged his own “sausage fingers” in the past. The senior royal, however, didn’t let his puffy digits get in the way of enjoying his time in India. Instead, he beamed with delight as he was taken for a spin in a silent battery-powered rickshaw, and looked thrilled…

The Duchess of Cambridge looked berry, berry lovely as she stepped out in a pair of burgundy trousers last week for a charity event – and as the mum-of-three arrived at the London venue, an attentive Prince William couldn’t help giving her an affectionate rub on the back. It was an uncommon show of PDA for the royal couple who, unlike Prince Harry and Meghan, rarely display their love in public. A beaming Kate opted for smart separates, instead of her usual demure frock, for the occasion and the future Queen of England flashed her mega-watt smile as she and William celebrated the volunteers who work for text crisis service Shout. The charity was launched by William, Kate, Harry and Meghan back in May, and today thousands of volunteers provide…

As he’s watching his beautiful bride Hanna Tevita make her way up the aisle towards him, All Black Nehe Milner-Skudder is tearing up. “I was so blown away, my stomach just dropped and I was gobsmacked,” he gushes afterwards. “She’s so beautiful.” But as soon as Hanna reaches him, Nehe forgets the long-held traditional order of weddings and leans in for a tender kiss. “I didn’t realise you weren’t supposed to,” he says with a cheeky smile. “I couldn’t help it, she just looked so beautiful.” “And I’m like, not yet!” laughs Hanna. “That part comes later!” “Ooops,” he shrugs. “I jumped the gun a bit!” It’s been seven years since Hanna and Nehe first met at a bar in Palmerston North, and their love story, a tale of two…

Brad Pitt’s on a mission to show Jennifer Aniston how much he adores her – and last week he had the flowers to prove it. Friends star Jen was teary-eyed on November 11 when she was presented with the lauded People’s Icon Award at the E! People’s Choice Awards in LA, but while there was thunderous applause in the auditorium, it was behind the scenes that the real action was taking place. An insider tells Woman’s Day exclusively that after Jen received her gong, Brad made a surprise appearance backstage, “clutching a huge bouquet of white roses, tulips and lotus flowers, which someone later pointed out was a replica of her wedding bouquet.” Adds the insider, “Brad was ushered into her dressing room and Jen was more shocked than anyone…

Nervously waiting for the doctor to give her results as to why she had been having severe cramps and longer-than-normal periods, Jewel Grimshaw wondered if she had cancer. Ushered into a side room, the scared 21-year-old never expected to hear the doctor tell her, ‘You’re HIV positive.’ “My whole world stopped,” recalls Jewel, now 43. “All I remember in that moment is thinking that my life was over, that no man would ever love me again and I’d probably die young. “All I wanted was my mum. So she rushed over to meet me at Auckland Hospital thinking I was going to tell her I was pregnant. When I told her I had contracted HIV, it was a huge shock and she cried with me and kissed away my tears.…

Kale Caesar Salad SERVES 4 PREPARATION & COOKING 30 MINUTES ½ loaf ciabatta 1/3 cup olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon extra 1 garlic clove, crushed 6 eggs, at room temperature 500g kale, trimmed, coarsely chopped (see tip) ½ teaspoon sea salt ½ cup shaved parmesan BUTTERMILK DRESSING 1/3 cup buttermilk 2 teaspoons lemon juice 2 tablespoons whole-egg mayonnaise 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 anchovy fillet, finely chopped ½ garlic clove, crushed 1. Preheat oven to 180°C. 2. Tear bread into 2cm pieces; place on a baking paper-lined oven tray. Drizzle bread with oil and scatter with garlic, tossing well to combine. Bake the croutons for 10 minutes or until golden. 3. Place eggs in a medium saucepan with enough cold water to cover, then bring to the boil. Reduce heat…

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As a performance coach, I speak to many women about their health and fitness goals. For the most part, we want to look good, feel good, have more energy, get fitter, stronger and more confident, and live longer. While quick fixes would be handy, most often they don’t work. It’s all about hard work, consistency and patience, as results take time. The truth is, getting in shape is a marathon, not a sprint. Good nutrition, sleep and managing stress all play a part as well. But if you’re struggling to get results, there are some common mistakes you might be making without realising when it comes to your fitness. CONSISTENCY IS KEY It’s easy to fall into the all-or-nothing trap. But cramming in a big session in the weekend to…

I love the city that never sleeps but like any booming metropolis, it can be hard on the wallet. However, if you book well in advance, you can usually find reasonably priced accommodation – and once you’ve dumped your bags in your no doubt tiny room, there is plenty to see and do without paying too much. 1 Wheels on Fire Manhattan is a mostly flat, narrow island between the Hudson and East rivers, making it perfect for pedal power. For about $37, you can get a three-day Citi Bike pass, giving you access to any one of thousands of cycles to use for up to half an hour at a time. Bike lanes abound and in good weather, this is the nicest, cheapest way to get…

Q Every year I struggle financially at Christmas, like many people. As much as I love my nieces and nephews, the presents get out of control. Shall I suggest to the wider family that we put a limit on gifts? • Poor Aunty, Auckland A Yes, absolutely. I totally understand and to be honest, I think many of us are still recovering from last Christmas. Get together and with good humour and an equal amount of assertiveness and humility, call a pow-wow to discuss a simple Christmas! Q My young daughter and her friend have grown apart at school, which happens, I know. The only trouble is we have made holiday plans with the friend’s parents and I feel  it’s all going to be a bit awkward. Any advice? •…

THE LITTLE MERMAID II: RETURN TO THE SEA (2000) This one flips the original tale on its tail! Ariel & Eric’s daughter Melody doesn’t fit in, so after an argument with her mum she runs away, encounters a sea witch and is transformed into a mermaid, leading to her very own adventure under the sea. TOY STORY 2 (1999) When an injured Woody is stolen by a greedy toy collector, he finds out he’s part of a wacky western round-up from an old TV show, which includes yodelling cowgirl Jessie. Buzz and the rest of Andy’s toys team up to save Woody from becoming the property of a toy museum. PETER PAN: RETURN TO NEVER LAND (2002) Wendy Darling is all grown up and living with her family in wartime…

Irish actress Sarah Greene gives us the lowdown on her new detective drama, Dublin Murders. Tell us about your character Cassie? She’s quite a young detective for her ranking and has risen up pretty quickly because of a stint in undercover. She’s very determined and headstrong but is also very manipulative. What story is Dublin Murders telling? It’s a psychological thriller following two detectives investigating the murders of a young ballerina and a young woman roughly around the same area in Ireland. They need to figure out if the cases are connected. What did you make of the scripts when you received them? I read the first two episodes and I couldn’t stop reading. I just wanted to know more. So I was really gunning for the part. I think…

YEARS AND YEARS Now on Neon  Rating: ★★★★ Featuring Emma Thompson, this HBO mini-series centres around a British family and what happens to them over 15 years as society and technology change. SEINFELD Friday on TVNZ OnDemand  Rating: ★★★★ We’re taking you right back to the very beginning ... when Jerry Seinfeld was a single man, living in the ’90s. Binge-watch all the episodes of this classic now! THE KNIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS Thursday on Netflix  Rating: ★★★ Vanessa Hudgens returns for another cheesy festive flick in which a medieval knight is transported to present-day Ohio during the holiday season. NAILED IT! HOLIDAY! Friday on Netflix  Rating: ★★★ Jingle bells, funky smells, panic in the air! The hilarious cooking show returns this week with a Christmas special filled with botched creations.…

Scorpio OCT 24 – NOV 22 Sense that old mojo returning? If you’ve been feeling more frustration than enthusiasm of late, that’s all about to change. Whether it’s work or a project you feel passionately about, these stars could propel you to great heights. The dynamic patterns may work wonders behind closed doors too. Sagittarius NOV 23 – DEC 22 Feeling confused? Then blame November’s secretive stars. Nothing will be as it appears, so before you react, listen and learn. Even your love life may take on a mysterious edge, but for couples, naughtiness might spice things up. Playing the dating game? Make a move this weekend! Capricorn DEC 23 - JAN 20 Weighed down by work or your worries? Fear not as cosmic help is at hand. When Mars…

Oh what a night! This year’s Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards saw top Kiwi talent grace the red carpet at Spark Arena last week, including stand-out winner of the evening, teen pop sensation Benee, 19. The popular “Soaked” singer – dubbed the next Lorde – scooped four prestigious awards including Breakthrough Artist of the Year and Best Solo Artist. Long-term favourites Six60 were back to collect the People’s Choice Award, while comedienne Laura Daniel accompanied Shihad frontman Jon Toogood to charm audiences as co-host for the evening. Singing powerhouse Hollie Smith performed a captivating rendition of “Whakaaria Mai” (How Great Thou Art) with Teeks, while a culturally-infused act by Troy Kingi also topped the entertainment. The usual array of best-dressed Kiwi celebs filled the arena, including Newshub silver fox Mike…

Christmas is nearly here and Countdown has everything you need this festive season. For recipes, specials or to take the stress out of the end-of-year rush, shop online by visiting countdown.co.nz. To help make Christmas a little more special, we have teamed up with Countdown to give five lucky readers a $100 gift card. To enter, go to womansday.co.nz and click on the “Win” tab with the code CD48, or send your name, address and phone number to: Woman’s Day/Ed’s Letter, Private Bag 92512, Wellesley Street, Auckland 1141 by November 29.…

Reunited for the first time since Prince Harry publicly admitted to being on “different paths” to his brother, the former Fab Four managed to put their differences aside to pay their respects at a series of moving British Remembrance ceremonies last week. The two couples, whose falling-out has dominated headlines in recent months, joined the Queen and other senior royals at the Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall in London last Saturday, followed by an emotional service the next day. Palace aides were said to have been panicking over how they would ensure the important occasions remained drama-free, but were delighted that the focus remained firmly on the solemnity and significance of honouring those who lost their lives in World War I. “It would have been devastating if…

Katie Holmes is glowing with happiness and friends say it’s all thanks to a string of dates with Jennifer Aniston’s ex Justin Theroux! Last month, the couple enjoyed a secret four-hour tête-à-tête at a tiny restaurant in New York, and now pals are saying their dates have morphed into something more serious, with Katie, 40, inviting Justin, 48, for a cosy dinner at her apartment, where it’s believed he stayed the night! “One of her friends was chatting to Katie on the phone the morning after and she swears she heard Justin in the background,” spills an insider. “She’s so happy right now. She’s like the cat that got the cream. She’s had to kiss her fair share of frogs, but in Justin she may have finally found someone who…

She’s the one! Former NBA basketballer Lamar Odom is set to wed personal trainer Sabrina Parr, who he’s been dating for just four months. Khloé Kardashian’s ex-hubby popped the question to Sabrina in Miami last week, before posting a photo introducing his new fiancée. Lamar, 40, recently described his relationship with Sabrina, 32, as the “most serious and committed” he’s ever been. He also admitted he was “tired” of being asked about his exes, including Khloé, who, a source says, “wants nothing but the best [for him], but she isn’t surprised by how quickly Lamar got engaged.” It wasn’t welcome news to his 17-year-old son Lamar Jr, who ranted on Instagram that family and friends don’t approve of the engagement, saying “she already got your ass in a sunken place.…

Standing at the top of a valley overlooking Afghanistan’s snowcapped mountains, journalist Paula Penfold tried to focus on the majestic view to fight back her tears. But the sight of three mothers kissing their young children’s graves was so powerful, she started to cry. “When the mothers came up the hill towards that cemetery, where their seven children were buried, and started kissing the gravestones and kissing the flags and crying – I just had to walk away. I couldn’t handle it. I cried like I have never cried before on a story,” she recalls. “Other people’s grief, especially when they are mothers, especially when their children are so little … I found it really hard to deal with.” A mum-of-two herself, Paula could only imagine how she would feel…

Indulgent crème brûlée, zesty lemon cake and dreamy creamy roulades are usually the first to get the heave-ho on any diet plan, unless you’re Maja Pedovich Moors, that is. The mum-of-one lost a staggering 35kg by eating cake every single day! Her secret? She created sugar-free alternatives that taste just like the real deal. “You wouldn’t know they’re any different to the real stuff,” Maja boasts. “They’re actually more filling, guilt-free and rich in high-quality ingredients. They’re delicious!” Maja was so impressed with her creations that she quit her job, bought a food truck and now sells her cakes full-time. “And I sell out most days,” she tells. But it’s not Maja’s first foray into food. A celebrated chef in her home country of Serbia, she moved to New Zealand…

Dill, Caper & Lemon Salmon Skewers SERVES 4 COOKING 15 MINUTES 750g salmon fillets 1 garlic clove, crushed 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon rind 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon chopped capers, rinsed, drained 1 tablespoom chopped fresh dill coleslaw to serve 1. Cut salmon into 2.5m pieces. In a large bowl, combine fish with garlic, lemon rind and juice, olive oil, capers and dill. Thread fish onto 12 bamboo skewers. Season. 2. Preheat an oiled chargrill plate (or grill or barbecue), cooking skewers until brown all over and fish is cooked through. Serve skewers with coleslaw. Ginger, Soy & Coriander Prawn Skewers SERVES 4 COOKING 5 MINUTES 1.5kg whole uncooked prawns, peeled, tails intact 2 teaspoons finely grated ginger 1 tablespoon light soy…

Aussie tycoon Lorna Jane Clarkson, who turn 55 this week, is the woman behind the biggest athleisure brand in Australia, Lorna Jane, with more than 200 stores in 17 countries, including New Zealand. Is it true you invented the term activewear? I did invent activewear! Which is hard to believe when you see how big it has become today, but back in the ’80s, wearing your workout clothes outside of the hour you were working out was pretty much unheard of. I was a fitness instructor, spending every minute of my day in workout clothes, and my idea was to design something that I could wear to my classes but that would also be acceptable to wear in my everyday life. I wanted to change the way women thought about…

FOR YOU Why not take care of your personal needs before the Christmas rush? Stock up on grooming products and make the most of deals on wearable technology. FOR SMART LIVING Fill your home with brilliant sound and the latest in handy gadgets. Amp up your power banks and set yourself up with Chromecast and Sonos, no strings attached. FOR ENTERTAINING Hosting season is upon us, so cater for more friends and family by upgrading your kitchen appliances. Welcome guests with a freshly brewed coffee or treat them to a nutritious fruit smoothie. Visit us in store or online this Black Friday (November 29), noelleeming.co.nz…

As I’ve already leaped ahead of the crowds and done my post-festive season detox, I see no reason not to make some New Year’s resolutions. Not that I believe in them. But maybe the part I don’t believe in is the New Year bit. So perhaps by making them weeks in advance, they’ll stick for once. Although I did eventually give up smoking and I’m sure I eat fewer carbs. (Mind you, if God didn’t want us to eat carbs, She would not have invented potato chips.) This year, or next, depending on how much of a stickler you are, I would like to give up worrying. I’m pretty sure it’s been on the list for a decade or three but, seriously, enough already. There’s just been one too many…

Every time some keen shop assistant eagerly enquires, “Are you ready for Christmas?” and they’re smiling, happy and ever so friendly, I want to wave them away with my pudgy hand. But of course I don’t because that would be rude. No, I’m not ready for Christmas. I’m not even ready for last Christmas. Please, would time just slow the heck down and give this panicked woman a break. When my kids were little, I used to get joy from the shopping and the wrapping. I used to love irritating friends and strangers with my glee as I hung up Christmas lights in October. I’d have the Christmas music piping through the house and everyone would be complaining about it. My favourite game was getting the decorations up sneakily before…

THE IRISHMAN Wednesday, November 27, on Netflix Using incredible de-ageing CGI, Robert De Niro plays mob hitman Frank Sheeran as he recalls his work with the Bufallino crime family. Also starring Al Pacino, it’s well worth its three-and-a-half-hour run time. KNIVES OUT In cinemas November 28 An all-star cast – including Don Johnson and Toni Collette – team up for this modern take on the classic murder mystery. Harlan Thrombey gathers his dysfunctional family to celebrate his 85th birthday before being murdered. But who did it? READY OR NOT In cinemas Thursday Grace has just married the man of her dreams and it should be the happiest day of her life. Instead, she has to survive the night being hunted down by her in-laws in a deadly family ritual.…

Dolly Parton is bringing everyone their next Netflix obsession! Each episode of the new miniseries Dolly Parton’s Heartstrings is inspired by one of the music icon’s classic songs, and she not only stars in the show but is an executive producer too. Ahead of the premiere, we break down what each episode is about and who will feature in them. EPISODE ONE The premiere episode centres around a determined young lawyer who returns to her hometown and comes across an unlikely case. Adding another fun element, this episode is set in the ’40s! EPISODE TWO Inspired by “If I Had Wings”, we follow three siblings who find themselves back home on their Mississippi farm for their long-estranged father’s 70th birthday, where years of built-up tension begins to unravel. EPISODE THREE…

Feel-good Fergie What a lovely write-up on the Duchess of York in the article “Facelifts, fillers & botox”(WD,Oct 21).Fergie has struggled with many problems in the past – weight, about which she was once dubbed the “Duchess of Pork”, near bankruptcy, a miserable childhood and her high-profile divorce. But I salute her for staying calm and gaining confidence as she sorted herself out and rebuilt her life, thanks to becoming an ambassador for Weight Watchers, her charitable efforts, writing children’s books, and most especially through the support of her ex-husband Prince Andrew. Through all her ups and down, he was there by her side, that’s how strong their friendship is. I admire Fergie’s positive outlook on life, and she looks amazing at 60! • Christina, Christchurch Real-life remedy What a…

It was a royal red carpet last week as the celebs stepped out for the season three premiere of hit Netflix series The Crown. The star-studded event included Olivia Colman, 45, taking over from Claire Foy as an older Queen Elizabeth II, who faces her darkest time on the throne yet as she battles national security and family conflict. She was joined by Helena Bonham Carter, 53, who said of her role as Princess Margaret, “There were so many really close friends that were all too happy to talk about her and really loved her, and also wanted to show the side that was less known about her – that she was funny, full of warmth and very multi-coloured.” This series picks up the story from the mid ’60s through…

If I could pass on a little travel tip: taking a break before the crunch of Christmas is upon us is brilliant. I’m just back from a week in Rarotonga and each lazy, blissful day stretched out for so long, I feel like I was away for a fortnight. Sun, sea and whanau – the ingredients for a perfect vacay. I’m so grateful. I was refreshed and ready to get right back to work, but man, it’s a busy time of year! It’s only five weeks until Christmas – and I’m seriously not ready. How about you? We’ve been hectic here organising all our lovely festive shoots for the annual bumper issue next week, but in the back of my mind I’m starting to quietly panic about my lack of…

In a rare show of emotion, the Queen was seen wiping away a tear during a moving Remembrance Sunday service at the Cenotaph in London. Her Majesty watched on as her oldest son and heir, Prince Charles, led the country in remembering the fallen, and paid her respect in observing the two minutes of silence, held when the Big Ben chimed at 11am. As cameras panned to the usually stoic monarch, she appeared to be overcome with emotion, raising her gloved hand to wipe away a tear on her cheek. And our source says that as the Queen heads into her 94th year, she can’t help but reflect on all that’s gone by in her amazing 67-year reign. “It’s no surprise that she’s entering into a contemplative and reflective time.…

Now that Keanu Reeves has found the love of his life, he’s not planning on letting her go! The John Wick actor has apparently proposed to his new girlfriend Alexandra Grant – and she said “yes!”. “He popped the question about a month ago over a cosy dinner  at home – Italian takeout, candlelight and Frank Sinatra music,” spills a source close to the Hollywood A-lister, sharing that Keanu took Alexandra’s hand and told her that he cherished her. “He said he wanted them to spend the rest of their lives together and then got down on one knee.” Artist Alexandra, 46, was taken by surprise when the Speed star, 55, then presented her with a vintage-inspired $300,000 engagement ring, “but she was overjoyed and happily accepted”. Now the loved-up…

Aussie actor Russell Crowe has certainly let himself go. The nearly unrecognisable Gladiator star – once known for his toned torso and bulging biceps – was spotted  with quite the gut in Sydney recently. “It’s a good thing he was wearing track-pants,” one shocked onlooker tells. “He needs loose clothes just to move at all.” Now tipping the scales at an estimated 130kg, the Academy Award-winner has those close to him alarmed. “He’s been getting bigger for years, but he just doesn’t seem to care,” laments a source. “Besides the health risks, he’s stuck in this unhealthy rut and can’t snap out of it.” Russell, 55, packed on close to 40kg to play parts such as disgraced media mogul Roger Ailes in The Loudest Voice but, says the source, “he…

100ml heavy cream 1 egg yolk 1 tablespoon Erythritol 1. Put cream in a pot and take off the heat just before it starts to boil. 2. Whisk the egg yolk with Erythritol in a separate bowl, then slowly add mixture to the cream, while constantly whisking. 3. Take off the foam with a ladle and pour the liquid into dishes before placing in a cold oven. 4. Turn on oven to 100°C low fan for 20-30 minutes. When the liquid is not runny, the brûlée is ready to be taken out. 5. Leave overnight in the fridge. Before serving, put ¼ tablespoon Erythritol on top, then flame with a torch.…

1 Start in the shower Using sudsy shampoos may leave your scalp feeling clean, but they can strip your locks of moisture and create havoc with your curls. That’s where oil-infused products like Hask Curl Care Conditioner, $13.50, can help. It locks in moisture to bring thirsty curls back to life, while a memory curl complex helps waves bounce back with frizz-proof definition. The more hydrated your hair, the more likely your curls will stay put. 2 Spray & scrunch For the casual wash-and-go type of curl, look no further than a texturising spray. Spritz some through towel-dried hair and scrunch it in with your hands. As it dries, you’ll be rewarded with a tousled, beachy looking wave. Goldwell StyleSign Curly Twist Surf Oil Spray, $29.50, adds body and texture…

Q My boobs look like a pair of spaniel ears and I want breast implants, but I don’t know what to believe in terms of if they’re safe or not? • Perky Mama, Timaru A The combination of ageing and breastfeeding can wreak havoc on the fat stores, which gives us that youthful décolletage. But truth be told, this state you speak of is as equally natural as the perky. It’s just society and each other that have made our mammaries objects which we feel the need to restore. All breast implants are risky to women simply because it’s a non-essential surgery and also, there are increasing cases of implants having failed and causing dire consequences. That said, only a doctor can give you facts, but I think getting at…

What I love about little kids is the communication is so open. When they’re little, they want to tell you everything … you don’t even need to ask a single question. They are just a running tap of information from the moment they can talk. It continues into the toddler phase and primary school years, and even into intermediate. But prepare yourself for the moment they hit high school. All that chat starts to slowly dry up – more so with boys than girls. Females are pretty good at continuing the chat; it’s just the juicy stuff is less likely to be for Mum and more likely to be for their girlfriends. But with boys, it’s a gradual decline into grunts. “How was your day?” Grunt. “Pardon?” “Good.” “What did…

We can’t hold it back anymore – Frozen II is about to hit screens and we’re getting excited! It’s been six years since Elsa and Anna melted our hearts with their sweet story of sisterly love, and now Idina Menzel and Kristen Bell have returned to lend their voices to the iconic characters that enchanted audiences across the world. Set three years after the events in the original, Queen Elsa continues to embrace her powers, but suddenly starts hearing a mysterious noise calling to her from the north. She teams up with Anna, Kristoff, Olaf and Sven, and together they set off on a journey that takes them far from their kingdom of Arendelle to uncover the origins of Elsa’s powers. Frozen was an instant hit when it was released…

1 KIWI GRIFF ROAD ’S GREAT TRIP SUNDAY, 7.30PM, PRIME British comedian Griff Rhys Jones continues his trip around New Zealand with a new series that’s perfect for nature lovers. Tonight’s episode will see him explore the backroads travelling from Auckland to the Coromandel as well as visiting White Island, Taupo and finally Wellington. 2 LONDON KILLS MONDAY, 9.30PM, BBC UKTV This killer new series follows an elite murder investigation squad, with each episode focusing on a different shocking crime. The team is led by the experienced Detective Inspector David Bradford, but he’s dealing with his own personal issues, having just returned to work after being on compassionate leave since his wife’s disappearance three months before. 3 LIFE THE SECRET OF WALTER MITTY SATURDAY, 9PM, THREE…

In Louise Doughty’s Platform Seven (Allen & Unwin, rrp $32.99), it’s 4am and Peterborough Railway Station is deserted. The man crossing the covered walkway is confident he’s alone. As he sits on the bench at the end of platform seven, it’s clear his choice is strategic – he’s as far away from the night staff as he can get. What the man doesn’t realise is that he has company. Lisa Evans knows what he is about to do as she tries and fails to stop him walking to the platform edge. No one is more desperate to understand what connects her to this man than Lisa herself. After all, she was the first of the two to die ...…