This Child of Mine, EmmaClaire Wilson
This Child of Mine, EmmaClaire Wilson
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This Child of Mine

Author: Emma-Claire Wilson

Narrator: Beth Lilly

Unabridged: 9 hr

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Avon

Published: 07/06/2023


Synopsis

‘Beautiful, emotional and hopeful, but have tissues to hand.’ When Stephanie is told she’s pregnant and that she is sick on the same day, she faces an impossible choice… After trying for a baby for so long, finding out I was pregnant was supposed to be the happiest day of my life. But in the same breath as the news I had been waiting years to hear, the doctor told me I was seriously ill. If I carry my baby to term, I will almost certainly die. If I proceed with treatment, my baby will not live. My husband – the father of this child – is telling me to save myself. But with all the secrets I know he is keeping from me, I can’t trust him anymore. What would you do? An emotional yet uplifting tear-jerker that will have you reaching for the tissues – perfect for fans of EMMA ROBINSON and JODI PICOULT. ‘The ultimate decision! .’ Real Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘, I absolutely loved every minute of this book – and what an ending!’ Real Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book . Beautifully written.’ Real Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ will give you all of the feels. .’ Real Reader Review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐ This Child of Mine

Reviews

Goodreads review by Louise on July 04, 2023

When Stephanie is told that she is pregnant and that she is sick on the same day, she faces an impossible choice.... after trying for a baby for so long, finding out I was pregnant was supposed to be the happiest day of my life. But in the same breath as the news I had been waiting for years to hear,......more

Goodreads review by Susan Z (webreakforbooks) on July 31, 2024

This was truly an amazing debut. Stephanie and her husband James have dealt with numerous fertility complications. Finally, receiving their miracle, they are pregnant and everything is progressing well until it isn't. Stephanie gets a terrible diagnosis and she has to choose between saving her life......more

Goodreads review by Anna on July 12, 2023

This is an extremely well written and heartfelt book and made for emotional reading. It deals with some difficult themes that readers should be aware of before they read this book as it discusses grief, miscarriage and cancer at length. If you would like to read my full review please visit my blog a......more

Goodreads review by Tish on February 04, 2025

A solid 3 stars! Realistically this book wasn't written for me and had it not been a book club pick I'd have probably never picked it up because I know it's not my kind of book. I'm glad I read it, I enjoyed it more than I expected to, as a person who doesn't want children I just didn't really have t......more


Quotes

‘Beautiful, emotional and hopeful, but have tissues to hand.’ ‘Tragic but ultimately uplifting.’ ‘A heartfelt and suspenseful tale of an agonising life-and-death dilemma…this is a family drama that doesn’t shy away from sadness and conflict but powers towards an ultimately hopeful conclusion.’ ‘An emotional story which broke my heart but was beautifully uplifting and filled with hope.’ ‘This Child of Mine is an emotionally-charged, beautiful, and poignant story that will stay with me for a very long time. Wilson had me sobbing from the very first page, and I couldn't put the book down. An absolute triumph of a debut.’ ‘Right from the first pages, the reader is plunged into and emotional and heartrending story… wondering what they might do in a similar situation. This book cannot fail to move the reader.’ ‘A highly emotional read. Both harrowing and hopeful. Wilson offers a subtle, raw and tender exploration of what family means and how grief can ultimately open up new strength and unknown paths to happiness.’ ‘I spent my Sunday devouring this heartfelt, emotional, charming and gorgeously-written debut. With many unexpected moments, great characters, and a satisfying conclusion, I was lost in the story. Highly recommended.’ 'Gripping, timely and important, This Child of Mine tackles something that is all too often swept into the shadows: the heartbreak that can come with starting a family.’ ‘Heartbreaking, unexpected and necessary. This book is just stunning.’ ‘A beautifully written story of love and hope that will capture readers' hearts and minds. Emma-Claire is the real deal – a writer to fall in love with.’ ‘A strong debut that takes the reader on a heartbreaking rollercoaster of emotions. Thoroughly recommend.’