The Mother's Lies

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If they knew the truth, there'd be no going back . . . Nobody in Barbara Marsden's family knows about her past, least of all her daughter Helen. But someone wants the truth to come out. When Helen discovers a sinister note at Barbara's house, she can't understand who would want to threaten her mother. She's determined to find out who sent it, but soon realises her search might hurt her own family and put Barbara at risk… What really happened all those years ago? And who is going to end up paying the price? A gripping family drama of love and betrayal, perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Kerry Fisher and Adele Parks. Readers love Joanne Sefton: 'There's more twists and turns in this story than a country road. What a read.' Amazon Reviewer 'This is one of those books you don't want to end but can't wait to find out what happens next!' Amazon Reviewer 'Well-paced thriller that quickly draws you in and keeps you guessing.' Amazon Reviewer 'Tense, warm, funny and insightful and never a lull.' Amazon Reviewer 'Definitely a 5 out of 5.' Amazon Reviewer 'Absorbing, shocking and thought-provoking. I enjoyed every minute.' Amazon Reviewer - A gripping dark women's fiction novel that will have readers questioning everything they know about their family. Because every family has secrets, but not all secrets can kill…- Perfect for fans of Doctor Foster, The Widow and The Image of You.- Joanne Sefton is a working barrister and her debut novel is a thrilling suspense that will have everyone talking. Competition: My Lovely Wife;The;Promise;Mother-in-Law;Mother;in;Law;Perfect Child;I Know Who You Are;Come Back For Me;Mother Dear;Nine Perfect Strangers;Dark Water;Now You See Her. by;Sally Hepworth Teresa Driscoll Samantha Downing Rachel Abbott Alice Feeney Heidi Perks Angela Marsons Lucinda Berry Liane Moriarty

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If they knew the truth, there'd be no going back . . . Nobody in Barbara Marsden's family knows about her past, least of all her daughter Helen. But someone wants the truth to come out. When Helen discovers a sinister note at Barbara's house, she can't understand who would want to threaten her mother. She's determined to find out who sent it, but soon realises her search might hurt her own family and put Barbara at risk… What really happened all those years ago? And who is going to end up paying the price? A gripping family drama of love and betrayal, perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, Kerry Fisher and Adele Parks. Readers love Joanne Sefton: 'There's more twists and turns in this story than a country road. What a read.' Amazon Reviewer 'This is one of those books you don't want to end but can't wait to find out what happens next!' Amazon Reviewer 'Well-paced thriller that quickly draws you in and keeps you guessing.' Amazon Reviewer 'Tense, warm, funny and insightful and never a lull.' Amazon Reviewer 'Definitely a 5 out of 5.' Amazon Reviewer 'Absorbing, shocking and thought-provoking. I enjoyed every minute.' Amazon Reviewer - A gripping dark women's fiction novel that will have readers questioning everything they know about their family. Because every family has secrets, but not all secrets can kill…- Perfect for fans of Doctor Foster, The Widow and The Image of You.- Joanne Sefton is a working barrister and her debut novel is a thrilling suspense that will have everyone talking. Competition: My Lovely Wife;The;Promise;Mother-in-Law;Mother;in;Law;Perfect Child;I Know Who You Are;Come Back For Me;Mother Dear;Nine Perfect Strangers;Dark Water;Now You See Her. by;Sally Hepworth Teresa Driscoll Samantha Downing Rachel Abbott Alice Feeney Heidi Perks Angela Marsons Lucinda Berry Liane Moriarty
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