An evening with author Anna Johnston
Following her critically acclaimed debut novel, The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife, Anna Johnston will introduce audiences to her new novel When Lemons Give You Life.
When Lemons Give You Life is a sharply funny, heart-stirring novel about rediscovering joy when life has lost its flavour.
Retired Michelin-star chef Griff Barlow has lost his appetite. He’s done with grief, guilt and the beige slop they dare call food at Sunny Glen Aged Care Facility, where he now resides. Life’s given him all the lemons he can handle – so he breaks into the nursing home kitchen to bake himself one last tart. It’s supposed to be his final meal, but the act of cooking stirs a dormant joy. Soon, he’s regularly sneaking in after dark, serving up flavour and comfort to his fellow residents. Yet behind the apron is a lie so big it could destroy the one thing he has left to protect . . .
This is a free event, but bookings are required. Seating is limited.
When Lemons Give You Life is a sharply funny, heart-stirring novel about rediscovering joy when life has lost its flavour.
Retired Michelin-star chef Griff Barlow has lost his appetite. He’s done with grief, guilt and the beige slop they dare call food at Sunny Glen Aged Care Facility, where he now resides. Life’s given him all the lemons he can handle – so he breaks into the nursing home kitchen to bake himself one last tart. It’s supposed to be his final meal, but the act of cooking stirs a dormant joy. Soon, he’s regularly sneaking in after dark, serving up flavour and comfort to his fellow residents. Yet behind the apron is a lie so big it could destroy the one thing he has left to protect . . .
This is a free event, but bookings are required. Seating is limited.
Friday 19 June 2026 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM (UTC+10)
Location
Beaumaris Theatre
82 Wells Road, Beaumaris Vic 3193
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An evening with author Anna Johnston
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