A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian by Marina Lewycka (Penguin)

Nadezhda's aged widowed father is in love - with Valentina, a Ukrainian woman half his age. But does she love him or is she after his passport and money? Nadezhda is suspicious and sets about to try and rid her father of this woman. But her father's reluctance to part with his bride and Valentina's tenacity and determination means her job will not be an easy one. Along the way, Nadezhda discovers secrets about her own immigrant family; secrets she cannot ignore. A thoughtful, funny read with many touching moments and a satisfactory ending.