Join Our Virtual Book Club for a Special Author Q&A

Do you enjoy a good book and sharing your thoughts with others? Why not join our Virtual Book Club as we explore Forget Me Not, a moving and thought-provoking debut novel by Greater Manchester author Ged Donnelly.

Forget Me Not tells the story of 91-year-old Vera Hartley, who is diagnosed with vascular dementia. As her family navigates the challenges that follow, long-held tensions begin to surface, testing relationships and raising questions about love, loyalty and family. Inspired by experiences close to the author's own family, the novel offers an honest and compassionate look at the impact dementia can have on those living with it, and their loved ones. 

Before becoming an author, Ged spent 36 years as a systems engineer with NATS, the UK's air traffic control service. Now retired, he has fulfilled a lifelong ambition by writing his first novel. Even more inspiring is that every penny of net profit from the book will be donated to Alzheimer's Society, supporting people affected by dementia. The book came out on 10 October and is available in paperback (£9.99) and ebook (£2.99).

We're delighted that Ged will be joining our Virtual Book Club for a live Q&A session on 22 December at 1pm, giving residents the opportunity to meet the author, hear more about the inspiration behind the book and ask questions.

Whether you're an avid reader or simply enjoy a good discussion, we'd love you to join us. Reading the book beforehand is encouraged, but everyone is welcome to attend to come and talk to Ged. To find out more about our Virtual Book Club and how to join, please get in touch with the Resident Involvement & Wellbeing team at [email protected].