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GIVEAWAY: 3 copies of Where Snowbirds Play – PALM BEACH

8th June 2025

GIVEAWAY: 3 copies of Where Snowbirds Play by Gina Goldhammer, set in Palm Beach

UK only. Winners chosen at random

GIVEAWAY: 3 copies of Where Snowbirds Play

Was it pure chance that he had run into her so soon? Philip had never believed in destiny, and his father had believed in nothing but his own genius. And yet…

From the moment recent Oxford graduate Philip takes the helm of a new marine life institute in Palm Beach, his presence revives old feuds and sparks rivalries among the wealthy resident snowbirds, many of whom have invested heavily in a biotech company soon to be exposed for insider trading. It quickly becomes clear that Philip’s quest for atonement on the behalf of his father will embroil many of the community’s most prominent members.

Interwoven with snippets of real-life drama from an insider-trading scandal, Where Snowbirds Play paints a compelling portrait of the lives of the privileged, and what happens when their world is turned upside down.

‘Gina Goldhammer’s Where Snowbirds Play offers an arresting and singular perspective on a lifestyle few experience firsthand. Taking readers into the heart of privilege, Goldhammer spins a compelling story that lays bare the tensions, frailties, desires and self-deceptions that drive human beings everywhere. Sumptuous, witty and surprising, this novel will transport you to a world that is at once absorbingly fresh, and a charming – and alarming – reflection of our own.’ — Ann Morgan

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  2. Just let us know in the Comments below by midnight, 21 June 2025 – IF you had a life of privilege, what would you choose to do with your money?

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  1. User: Tina Hartas

    Posted on: 27/06/2025 at 7:32 am

    Winners:

    owlet64
    Lindarumsy
    wishuponastar

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  2. User: Victoria Bazley

    Posted on: 21/06/2025 at 9:56 pm

    My first thing I’d do is hire a hairdresser to do my hair every day.

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  3. User: claire Little

    Posted on: 21/06/2025 at 9:01 pm

    charity work

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  4. User: Margaret Ms. Gallagher

    Posted on: 21/06/2025 at 6:44 pm

    Helping a charity close to my heart called kierans angels – a cancer fundraising run by a friend

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  5. User: Wishuponastar

    Posted on: 21/06/2025 at 3:40 pm

    If I was rich and lived in a huge house, I would love to foster lots of children.

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  6. User: John Walker

    Posted on: 21/06/2025 at 1:47 pm

    Gift to family and friends, and donate a lot to charity.

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  7. User: Patricia Barrett

    Posted on: 21/06/2025 at 10:53 am

    I would make sure my kids and grandchildren are financially set up and then put the rest towards some home renovations.

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  8. User: Linda Williams

    Posted on: 21/06/2025 at 10:42 am

    Help my family, hire a cleaner & do more travelling

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  9. User: Claire Hamilton

    Posted on: 21/06/2025 at 9:17 am

    I would make sure my family and friends got a little money to help them out, and spend some time travelling and doing the things I’ve always wanted to.

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  10. User: Adrian Bold

    Posted on: 21/06/2025 at 12:58 am

    I’d like to go travelling a lot to countries on my bucket list.

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  11. User: owlet64

    Posted on: 20/06/2025 at 6:51 pm

    I’d love nothing more than to inspire others to enjoy reading books. Reading has been a lifelong passion of mine since Grandma taught me to read (using Noddy books bought at a jumble sale) in the early 50s before I started school. Through all the ups and downs of life I have been able to escape to other times and places. I would want to make sure that an endless and wide range of books were available to tempt people to enjoy them as much as I do.

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  12. User: Carolyn Corrin

    Posted on: 20/06/2025 at 6:39 pm

    I would love to help small local charities and make a difference in the local community.

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  13. User: Sheri

    Posted on: 20/06/2025 at 6:18 pm

    Oh gosh, difficult to imagine. I would love to say help others, but who knows

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  14. User: Ian Sanderson

    Posted on: 18/06/2025 at 6:15 pm

    I would travel around children’s hospitals and organise events and entertainment for the sick children.

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  15. User: atebbs

    Posted on: 18/06/2025 at 5:38 pm

    I would make sure every child had a safe and secure place to sleep in deprived areas

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  16. User: Sagrl

    Posted on: 17/06/2025 at 6:41 pm

    Enjoy dedicating some to worthy causes

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  17. User: Harriet

    Posted on: 17/06/2025 at 1:11 pm

    Travel the world, and donate to every charity.

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  18. User: Massa1

    Posted on: 17/06/2025 at 7:56 am

    Give it all away

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  19. User: Maya Russell

    Posted on: 17/06/2025 at 5:58 am

    If I had a life of privilege I would have someone look after my house and go on safari!

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  20. User: victoria langley

    Posted on: 16/06/2025 at 10:10 am

    I would try and home some of the homeless we have in our cities

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  21. User: Mary N

    Posted on: 15/06/2025 at 9:26 am

    I would set up my own animal sanctuary for all the animals no one wants to adopt.

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  22. User: Quod

    Posted on: 14/06/2025 at 2:30 pm

    I would use my money to help people read and write

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  23. User: dana manning

    Posted on: 14/06/2025 at 1:25 pm

    I would travel the world and help those in need

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  24. User: Nancy Townsend

    Posted on: 13/06/2025 at 2:32 pm

    I would try to make other people’s lives a bit better.

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  25. User: tozeur

    Posted on: 13/06/2025 at 1:25 pm

    Help the homeless as best I could

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  26. User: Plumbobmummy

    Posted on: 13/06/2025 at 10:46 am

    I’d want to help my family and my town as much as possible.

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  27. User: angelasur

    Posted on: 13/06/2025 at 9:21 am

    Open up a animal sanctuary and rescue centre in various parts of the world.

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  28. User: andyi

    Posted on: 11/06/2025 at 5:50 pm

    Help my local football team.

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  29. User: buzzybev

    Posted on: 11/06/2025 at 3:44 pm

    Travel and donate to conservation charities

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  30. User: frangi

    Posted on: 11/06/2025 at 3:25 pm

    I would travel and try to help others

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  31. User: moany_mum

    Posted on: 11/06/2025 at 5:27 am

    Support small charities where I know my money or time would make a difference.

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  32. User: Jo Jones

    Posted on: 10/06/2025 at 6:56 pm

    If I had a life of privilege I would do lots of volunteering for charities.

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  33. User: Kelos

    Posted on: 10/06/2025 at 5:55 pm

    I would do everything I could to help feral, stray and abandoned cats.

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  34. User: shivster

    Posted on: 10/06/2025 at 3:44 pm

    I would open a holiday park for people with disabilities

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  35. User: Nippynoodles85

    Posted on: 10/06/2025 at 2:00 pm

    I would set up a huge craft centre in my town with lots of crafts that are unusual like stained glass, stone masonry, weaving, glass blowing etc and train up lots of young crafters to keep the unusual crafts alive!

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  36. User: spacebeagle

    Posted on: 10/06/2025 at 8:14 am

    Ensure my staff were appreciated and looked after in return for great and private service.

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  37. User: Ellie Wood

    Posted on: 10/06/2025 at 6:14 am

    I’d make sure the family was secure and then travel as much as possible

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  38. User: Sarah Parker

    Posted on: 10/06/2025 at 5:23 am

    I would try and do some good in the world

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  39. User: Shameme Adams

    Posted on: 10/06/2025 at 12:15 am

    I’d move to Golden Oak, a residential part close to Disney World in Florida.

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  40. User: p foster

    Posted on: 09/06/2025 at 8:15 pm

    I would share the privileges I have been blessed with those less fortunate than myself, helping and supporting where needed

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  41. User: jedicho

    Posted on: 09/06/2025 at 8:13 pm

    I would share some with family and then give some to good causes.

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  42. User: Marycarol

    Posted on: 09/06/2025 at 7:45 pm

    Help family and friends, travel and help those in need

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  43. User: redfox5

    Posted on: 09/06/2025 at 7:39 pm

    Buy a big house and fill it with cats 🙂

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  44. User: Sharon Buesnel

    Posted on: 09/06/2025 at 1:06 pm

    Share it around with those who are generally struggling to put them on a better path.

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  45. User: victoriasavill

    Posted on: 09/06/2025 at 10:09 am

    I’d make sure that everyone I loved was financially secure and then buy beachside properties all over the UK and Europe to provide free holidays for families that might not otherwise get one.

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  46. User: Brenda Hackett

    Posted on: 09/06/2025 at 8:17 am

    Travel the world

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  47. User: Alyson C

    Posted on: 09/06/2025 at 7:59 am

    Apart from ensuring that my family and friends were also financially secure, I would help animal charities, especially those for dogs and donkeys.

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  48. User: Lisa22

    Posted on: 09/06/2025 at 7:23 am

    I’d start a cat rescue and help as many cats as I could!

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  49. User: Jane Willis

    Posted on: 09/06/2025 at 5:37 am

    I would “do a Dolly Parton” and fund books for children, although I would keep enough money back to create a proper library for myself. One complete with rolling ladder and a hidden door.

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  50. User: Aldri72

    Posted on: 09/06/2025 at 5:33 am

    If I had a life of privilege I would give money to charity especially animal Charities.

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  51. User: lindarumsey

    Posted on: 08/06/2025 at 8:20 pm

    Donate half to brain tumour research. Spend the rest on travelling,

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  52. User: Claire Harris

    Posted on: 08/06/2025 at 6:57 pm

    I would relocate to the South coast, buy a sea facing house & employ a cook, cleaner, gardener & personal trainer. Also a chauffeur to drive me up & down between the South coast & London, so I could still continue with my London based activities!
    With whatever was left, I would give large sums of money to family, friends & charities for children with special needs.
    All in my dreams, I know!

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  53. User: Margaret gallagher

    Posted on: 08/06/2025 at 6:52 pm

    Feed the starving millions

    Appalling how many gp short on food and essentials

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  54. User: Priscilla Stubbs

    Posted on: 08/06/2025 at 6:48 pm

    Help others who are less fortunate than me

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  55. User: Jennifer Moville

    Posted on: 08/06/2025 at 6:48 pm

    surprise people who are not expecting anything — if i saw some one doing a good deed or helping a stranger or just going out of their way to do something they werent planning to do for some one then i would give them an envelope with a cash reward

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  56. User: Tracey Poulter

    Posted on: 08/06/2025 at 6:10 pm

    share it

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  57. User: Gary Whitehead

    Posted on: 08/06/2025 at 6:02 pm

    Awesome!

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  58. User: Janine Phillips

    Posted on: 08/06/2025 at 6:01 pm

    I’d open a dog sanctuary

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