DESCRIPTION:
If anyone walked in on our cosy family dinner, they’d think my daughter and her boyfriend were the perfect couple. I watch as he puts his arm around her. Her eyes shine as she gazes at him lovingly. But I know that he is hiding a secret. A secret that would destroy my daughter…
My son sits across the round oak table, his jaw set as he plays with his food. I catch his eye, pleading with him silently. Not now. Only we know the truth. My husband pulls his little girl in for a hug, and my heart breaks. My happy family is so close to ruin. How much longer can I hold us together?
We’ve all seen the warning signs: Jemma’s unanswered phone calls, the too-charming way Will wormed into our family, the dark rumours about just how far he’ll go to get ahead. I hoped Jemma would uncover his secrets. But as I look at her now, I wonder if she’s simply playing the part of the perfect girlfriend. She’s watched me live a lie for years, after all. Is my daughter more like me than I could ever imagine?
I steel myself. The only way to get Will out of our lives is for me to finally reveal the secrets I’ve been keeping. But once the truth is out, will Jemma ever trust me again? Or am I about to lose my sweet girl forever?
An utterly gripping and emotional read about the sacrifices we make for those we love. Perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty, Amanda Prowse and Susan Lewis.
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Author: Julia Roberts
Publisher: Bookouture
Genre: Women’s Fiction
Format: Kindle ARC
No. of Pages: 316
Date of Publication: April 17, 2025
My Rating: 4 Stars
MY THOUGHTS:
Alexis is grappling with the sudden death of her mother-in-law, but her worries don’t end there. Despite her long and successful marriage to her husband, Stuart, Alexis often finds herself wondering if there’s something missing between them. As they navigate life without their matriarch, Alexis, Stuart, and their two adult children, Gemma and Callum, must confront their own challenges.
With the funeral arrangements underway, Alexis is concerned about Gemma’s relationship with her boyfriend, Will. Something feels off, but she’s determined not to break Gemma’s heart by revealing what she feels is wrong. Alexis, meanwhile, works tirelessly to maintain the delicate balance in all their lives, including her demanding job.
Julia Roberts’ latest book weaves a compelling family drama with intense drama for all involved. It’s easy to root for this family as they face their individual struggles and strive to overcome them.
Many thanks to Bookouture and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Following roles as a hostess on The Price is Right and a member of the Beadle’s About ‘hit squad’ in the 1980s, she became a TV Presenter and filmed features for Sky Sports before launching the QVC shopping channel in 1993 where she still presents today. Having always wanted to write, she penned her first book, a memoir sold on QVC, in 2013 and has since written seven full length novels, two novellas and several short stories.
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