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A Mother's Secret
- Author
- Caroline Finnerty
- Narrator
- Caroline Lennon
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Publish Date
- 8 February 2022
- Run Time
- 9 hours 21 minutes
- Format
- x-book®
What to expect
In one split second, Aidan Whelan's perfect world is changed forever when his wife Rowan and three-year-old daughter Milly are involved in a tragic accident.
Helena O'Herlihy and her husband James have been struggling in their marriage but a knock on the door telling her that James has been involved in a car crash has Helena rushing to his side.
When Aidan and Helena bump into each other at Dublin City Hospital, they soon begin to wonder if it's more than just coincidence that brought them there. Why were Rowan and James in the car together on that fateful morning?
Through their pain and tears, they form a bond as they try to piece together what really happened on the morning of the crash.
As the lies begin to unravel and secrets are uncovered, can Aidan save what's left of his family and Helena her marriage?
An unforgettable, heartfelt story that will have you both crying and smiling. Ideal for fans of Amanda Prowse, Kate Hewitt, and Emma Robinson.
Praise for Caroline Finnerty:
'A book that will break your heart and then piece it slowly back together' Sinead Moriarty
'Touching and poignant, this book took me on an emotional ride. A gripping and absorbing read' Leah Mercer
'A story that will stay with you long after the last page. Beautiful!' Brooke Harris
'Emotional, gripping, and beautifully written' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review
'Wonderfully plotted, thought-provoking, and beautifully written, this book has me hooked until the last page. Highly recommend' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review
'If you have a bucket list put this book at the top, what a brilliant read' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review
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Details
- Author
- Caroline Finnerty
- Narrator
- Caroline Lennon
- Duration
- 9 hours 21 minutes
- Release Date
- 8 February 2022
- ISBN
- 9781801625333
- Format
- x-book®
- Publisher
- Boldwood Books
- Genre
- Modern and contemporary fiction, Parenting: advice and issues, Family life fiction, Dating, relationships, living together and marriage: advice and issues, Relationships and families: advice and issues, Fiction: mashup, Fiction: general and literary
Synopsis
A gripping, emotional book that asks the question: What does it take to be a parent? From the bestselling author of The Last Days of UsIn one split second, Aidan Whelan's perfect world is changed forever when his wife Rowan and three-year-old daughter Milly are involved in a tragic accident.Helena O'Herlihy and her husband James have been struggling in their marriage but a knock on the door telling her that James has been involved in a car crash has Helena rushing to his side.When Aidan and Helena bump into each other at Dublin City Hospital, they soon begin to wonder if it's more than just coincidence that brought them there. Why were Rowan and James in the car together on that fateful morning?Through their pain and tears, they form a bond as they try to piece together what really happened on the morning of the crash.As the lies begin to unravel and secrets are uncovered, can Aidan save what's left of his family and Helena her marriage?An unforgettable, heartfelt story that will have you both crying and smiling. Ideal for fans of Amanda Prowse, Kate Hewitt, and Emma Robinson.Praise for Caroline Finnerty:'A book that will break your heart and then piece it slowly back together' Sinead Moriarty'Touching and poignant, this book took me on an emotional ride. A gripping and absorbing read' Leah Mercer'A story that will stay with you long after the last page. Beautiful!' Brooke Harris'Emotional, gripping, and beautifully written' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'Wonderfully plotted, thought-provoking, and beautifully written, this book has me hooked until the last page. Highly recommend' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review'If you have a bucket list put this book at the top, what a brilliant read' ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Reader Review
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