When You Were Mine, EmmaClaire Wilson
When You Were Mine, EmmaClaire Wilson
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When You Were Mine

Author: Emma-Claire Wilson

Narrator: Eilidh Beaton, Rebecca McClay

Unabridged: 10 hr 18 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Avon

Published: 08/01/2024


Synopsis

‘Grab the tissues and clear your schedules as you will not be able to put this down!!!’ , ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Beautiful, emotional and hopeful, but have tissues to hand.’ ‘I read it in a day…even after finishing it, it’s still lingering in my mind.’ , ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ –––––––––––––––––– My life is a mess. My marriage is falling apart, and I’d hoped the arrival of our baby girl would bring us closer together. Yet, as she grows, I see less of a resemblance to my husband, stirring unsettling questions. I was hoping a visit from my friend, Victoria would bring some stability. With her seemingly perfect life in Spain, she embodies hope for a brighter future. But our reunion has taken an unexpected turn. And when a shock diagnosis shakes our family further, Victoria doesn’t know it yet, but she might just hold the key to saving our family. But if I want her to help, a big secret has to come out. Revealing the truth risks everything – my marriage, our friendship, our families. Can we weather this storm, or will it shatter us beyond repair? An emotional and powerful novel of motherhood, friendship and what family means to us all. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult and Susan Lewis. ‘Tragic but ultimately uplifting.’ ‘Definitely a page turner that you won't be able to put down!’ , ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Heartbreaking and heartwarming.’ , ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘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 unputdownable addictive emotional rollercoaster drama filled with love, family, heartbreak, friendship and loss.’ , ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A beautifully written and emotionally moving novel. All the characters in this book were amazing…it was impossible not to feel a connection with them!’ , ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An emotional story which broke my heart but was beautifully uplifting and filled with hope.’ ‘An emotional, original read that gripped me from the start.’ , ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What an emotional ride…beautifully written!’ , ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘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.’ ‘Full of raw emotion, sadness and heartache, but also family, friendship, smiles, laughter, and hope. I can’t recommend it highly enough!’ , ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Beautifully written covering marriage, motherhood, social media issues, foster families, anger and love.’ , ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ One mistake could change their lives forever… Praise for Emma-Claire Wilson:

Reviews

Goodreads review by Sara on April 11, 2021

I DO NOT KNOW WHY THERE ARE SO MANY BAD REVIEWS BECAUSE THIS BOOK WAS SO GREAT. THE CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT - GREAT THE PLOT TWISTS - GREAT THE ENDING - SO UNEXPECTED AND MADE ME CRY MY EYES OUT ME - ASTONISHED (AND IN LOVE WITH LEN) ty.......more

Goodreads review by Sarah (saz101) on June 03, 2012

It's no secret the greatest love story ever told is no love story. Romeo and Juliet is a tragedy—a tale of bigotry, and murder; a story about a thirteen year old girl and a fickle, capricious boy, ending in suicide and tragedy for all. But what if it was wrong? Or not the whole story? Turns out... i......more

Goodreads review by Karen on July 16, 2023

This is not a modern Romeo and Juliet story, but the author makes reference to it being just that, and in many ways it feels like it. So is it? I love Serle’s writing. She has a way of making you feel the characters, and in so many ways you want them to succeed. And with Rosaline loving next door ne......more

Goodreads review by Tabitha (Bows & Bullets Reviews) on December 02, 2013

The review is also available on my blog, Bows & Bullets Reviews ****MAY CONTAIN SPOILERS**** This book had my full attention as soon as I read the description. Finally! Someone who remembers that Romeo was all in love with someone else at the beginning of that horrid play! What this awesome author doe......more

Goodreads review by Giselle on April 05, 2016

A finished unsolicited copy was provided by the publisher for review. Reading the description off the back of this book made me think it was about Romeo and Juliet, but it wasn't. It was better. The story follows Rosaline, Rob's best friend and next-door neighbour. Following a long summer without Rob......more


Quotes

Readers and authors love Emma's debut, : ‘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.’ ‘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.’  Sarah Jost