Milly's new book is bound to put a spring in your step. Here she's suggesting some questions to ponder after reading...

WARNING - MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS!

• The main inspiration for the book was the clutter clearing experience. It's a process I have worked through - so I know how effective it is, magically so - but why do you think that is? 
• Why does clearing out physical clutter have the added benefit of clearing out mental clutter?
• Italians are the archetypal romantics. Why do you think they have the advantage over the rest of the world? Or do they? Can an Englishman outdo them in the romantic stakes?
• In the book Lou Winter has become a shadow of her former formidable self. Why do you think women surrender themselves sometimes in relationships or does having a partner empower them?
• Why do you think Lou was initially attracted to Phil? Do you think he has changed since they have been together… ie how would you envisage Phil ten years ago
• Why do you think Lou keeps and restores the wooden cracket?
• Where do you think 'Lou the worm first starts to turn'
• How healthy do you think the marriage between Des and Celia is? What is the glue that keeps them together
• Lou has a complex relationship with her mother. Do you think they have any common ground?
• Lou's first impressions of Michelle form the basis of their friendship - do you think your first impressions of someone are always indicative of their true personality?
• Friendships are so important in my books yet Lou chose her husband over her friend. Did she do the right thing at the time? Should friendship ever be given up as part of an ultimatum?
• Another main theme of the book is bullying in the workplace. How does Nicola get away with creating such an environment of discord in this day and age?
• In the book I make the point that people are divided into those who really enjoy food and see it as a bonding and pleasurable experience and those who use it as fuel - how far would you agree with this?