My Mother's Secret

The truth can’t be kept under wraps any longer in this unforgettable novel from the No. 1 bestselling author

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My Mother's Secret

By: Sheila O'Flanagan

Narrated by: Aoife McMahon

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About this listen

Sheila O'Flanagan's MY MOTHER'S SECRET is a thought-provoking and unputdownable novel about a family reeling from the news that nothing about their parents' marriage is what they believed it to be. A wonderful read perfect for fans of Veronica Henry and Lisa Jewell.

When Steffie helps her two siblings organize a surprise wedding anniversary party for their parents her only worry is whether they'll be pleased. What she doesn't know is this is the day that her whole world will be turned upside down.

Jenny wants to be able to celebrate her ruby anniversary with the man she loves, but for forty years she has kept a secret. A secret that she can't bear to hide any longer. But is it ever the right time to hurt the people closest to you?

As the entire family gather to toast the happy couple, they're expecting a day to remember. The trouble is, it's not going to be for the reasons they imagined...

(P)2015 Headline Publishing Group Ltd©2015 Sheila O'Flanagan

Contemporary

Contemporary Romance

Family Life

Fiction

Friendship

Genre Fiction

Romance

Women's Fiction

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Critic reviews

Praise for Sheila's novels: 'O'Flanagan is insightful, witty and full of fun ... this is touching, tense and clever writing'

Make some space in your suitcase

Really enjoyable... Will keep you guessing right up until the end

A very warm and touching book ... deserves to be a bestseller

Romantic and charming, this is a real must-read

O'Flanagan's lightness of touch and gentle characterisations have produced another fine read; an ideal addition to that summer holiday

'One of our best storytellers'

'Exploring family relationships, which this bestselling author does so well, it's a good holiday read'

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An interesting family story.
well narrated,with emotions coming over clearly.
an easy listen, predictable but enjoyable ending. A feel good book.