Winifred Peters Is Not Sorry for Her ..., Louise Jensen Duffy
Winifred Peters Is Not Sorry for Her ..., Louise Jensen Duffy
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Winifred Peters Is Not Sorry for Her Loss
A Warm, Uplifting Story of Female Friendship Against the Odds

Author: Louise Jensen Duffy

Narrator: Lisa Armytage

Unabridged: 11 hr 31 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 04/09/2026


Synopsis

It's time to shake off the dust and make a new start... A warm, uplifting novel of bold adventures and new beginnings, perfect for readers of Rachel Joyce, Joanna Nell and Sophie Green.

'Warm, witty and wise - Winifred Peters is an absolute delight!' CELIA ANDERSON
'A joy from beginning to end' CJ WRAY
'Such warmth and humour... I cheered for Winifred over and over' JUDY LEIGH

When her husband departs, her adventure begins...

1933. In the tiny outback town of Bittamilla, Winifred Peters buries her husband after decades of dutiful silence, surrounded by her thankless grown-up children.

On discovering a surprise inheritance, Winifred makes a sudden decision to leave town, and when she encounters a young wife taking refuge from her husband, the two women board a train to bustling Sydney.

The city brings unexpected adventures, new friends and the chance to finally find their voices. But when the past catches up with them, will they be able to hold on to their fiercely won freedom?

Readers have fallen in love with Winifred Peters:

'Winifred is a heroine for anyone who's ever felt overlooked, underestimated, or quietly furious. Peppered with mishaps, laughter, and the kind of friendships that feel like lifelines'

'Well, Winifred Peters is quite a character. Her adventures made me laugh out loud several time while reading this book'

'Very enjoyable... reminded me of Miss Benson's Beetle so if you liked that book you will enjoy traveling along with Winnie'

'Written with a lot of heart and humour. It was uplifting and illustrated that one is never too old to transform their life for the better'

'A truly enjoyable read. I was completely invested in Winifred's story'

'Fun and heartwarming, with a satisfying ending. Recommend!'

About Louise Jensen Duffy

Australian writer Louise Jensen was born in Newcastle and has lived in and around Canberra and Queanbeyan for thirty years, including on a rural property between Bungendore and Braidwood. She has spent the last twenty years writing for government, which she says has given her a solid foundation in creative writing. WINIFRED PETERS IS NOT SORRY FOR HER LOSS won the Cheshire Novel Prize 2023.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Shelleyrae on April 10, 2026

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Goodreads review by Jodie on November 20, 2025

Winifred Peters Is Not Sorry for her loss, by Louise Jensen Duffy is a very fun read! With the death of her controlling, abusive husband and children who make her feel more like a burden than a cherished mother, Winifred is free to do whatever she desires. However, her husband thinks he will control h......more

Goodreads review by Janine on March 08, 2026

This is a delightful, inspiring and poignant book about an emerging woman conquering the stereotypical misogynistic view of women in 1930s Outback Australia (though I think the story could fit in any country). I laughed, loved and got teary reading this wonderful book. Winifred Peters, wife of the l......more

Goodreads review by Craig and Phil on April 06, 2026

Big thanks for Hachette for sending us a copy to read and review. A new voice is on the block….. Louise Jensen Duffy is about to present her debut novel to readers. I can definitely and honestly say this book is wonderful. A historical fiction read with a splash of women’s fiction and a big dose of humo......more

Goodreads review by Kirsty on April 14, 2026

I was drawn to Winifred Peters Is Not Sorry for Her Loss, mainly because of the quirky title and the synopsis made it sound like a fun read. Then a couple of early critical reviews put me off reading it, so it lingered on my shelf until I attempted (and failed) to read it before publication day. Bot......more