The brand new epic family drama from the nation's favourite storyteller.Where can a daughter turn when her father's love is stolen away? When heart-broken Sarah Quinn is left to care for her father and siblings when her mother dies, it's hard to watch their loving dad, Fred, drift into drink and despair. With money tight, Sarah is determined to keep the family together. But they receive a shock when Fred Quinn announces he is to marry Mavis Swindel, the landlady of a boarding house on the edge of the moors. Mavis seems to offer the answer to the family's problems, and soon they are all moving into her shabby lodgings. It quickly becomes clear that their stepmother has plans for her new family, and slowly but surely, Mavis takes over their lives. As her father becomes a stranger to his children, Sarah becomes convinced that Mavis has something to hide. But as her doubts turn into an obsession, does Sarah risk destroying everything she loves in her search for the truth?
Josephine Cox
Josephine Cox is a British author known for her emotionally gripping and heartwarming novels. She has written over 60 books, many of which have become bestsellers. Known for her vivid storytelling and strong character development, Cox's works often explore themes of love, loss, and redemption.
One of her most notable works is "The Loner," a poignant tale of a young girl's journey to find happiness and belonging in a world filled with hardship and despair. Cox's ability to evoke deep emotions in her readers has made her a beloved author in the genre of romantic fiction.
Her contributions to literature include bringing to life complex and relatable characters, and tackling difficult subjects with sensitivity and compassion. Josephine Cox's impact on the literary world has solidified her reputation as a master storyteller, with a dedicated following of readers around the world.