Three Hens in an Orange Tree: The hilarious adventures of an Englishman in Spain by Ken Shaw

by Kenneth Shaw

This is a true story about an English pensioner who moves to Gran Canaria to live with the new love of his life, a very strong-willed Canarian lady. After spending a couple of years living together, cooped up in a small flat, they decide to look for a rural property to escape the noise and pollution of city life. After 6 months of searching, they eventually find the, potential, home of their dreams. But before converting the property into their personal ´Paradise,` they suffer a year of building work, stress and spiralling costs. Their encounters with local characters are amusing and often frustrating, but slowly they manage to renovate the dilapidated property and learn to live with hens, many cats and a bad-tempered Green, Amazonian parrot. The story tells of an elderly Englishman's initiation into Canarian culture, food and mystifying language. There are many ´laugh-out- loud` moments as he tries to deal with broody hens, giant lizards, a pregnant cat and a charging Billy goat, to name but four. This is a feel-good book which demonstrates that it is never too late to change your life.

134 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 30, 2016

Reviews

[Rayner Haley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Three Hens in an Orange Tree is a joyful ride from start to finish. The author shares his real life adventure of trading English comfort for the wild surprises of rural Gran Canaria, and I laughed out loud more than once. From stubborn hens and unpredictable cats to a cranky parrot and even a charging Billy goat, every chapter brings a new challenge and plenty of charm.

What makes the story special is its honesty. The stress of renovations, cultural mix ups, and a strong willed partner all feel relatable and real. It is a wonderful reminder that starting over later in life can be messy, funny, and absolutely worth it.

A feel good escape that left me smiling the whole way through.

[Pulse Sphere · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is pure joy from start to finish! The author’s real-life journey from rainy England to sunny Gran Canaria had me laughing, sighing, and cheering all the way through. The mix of culture clash, love, and unexpected chaos (those hens and that parrot!) makes for a wonderfully entertaining read. It’s a beautiful reminder that life doesn’t stop when you retire sometimes, it truly begins. Absolutely loved it!

[Pamela Bottomley · Rating 4 out of 5]

An Englishman’s Paradise.

Ken Shaw has found his paradise and in doing so took us on his journey. Life on the finca with assorted animals sounds idyllic. He certainly made me feel like moving to the sunshine. Thanks Ken.

[sa fletcher · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant!

I loved reading about Ken's life.The pets, the fund a , the humour and especially the sunshine!
Please write a sequel Ken!😁