Faith
A gritty and gripping gangland crime thriller to keep you hooked in 2024
(Author) Linda CalveyWakefield, 1964. Life is hardly rosy for Annie Wills - an unhappy upbringing and then married too young with husband Gary soon proving a lazy coward unable to hold down a job, his fists always ready to vent his anger on the world. The one shining star in Annie's life is her perfect little girl, Maria. When Gary foolishly ends up in debt to local crime family, the Waltons, the only way for Annie to keep a roof over their heads is to work at one of the Waltons' drinking clubs. There, for the sake of Maria, Annie does the unthinkable and keeps men happy, night after night. Maria grows into a stunning teenager who catches the eye of Fred Walton, volatile son of family boss, Ted. Despite Annie's desperate efforts to protect Maria from this seedy world, the young couple fall into a relationship and inevitably Maria falls pregnant.
Linda Calvey
Linda Calvey is a British author known for her gripping crime novels that draw inspiration from her own experiences. In her writing, she combines elements of suspense, drama, and dark humor to create compelling narratives that keep readers on the edge of their seats. Calvey's most notable work is "The Black Widow," a novel based on her life as a former gangster's moll turned author. Through her writing, Calvey has made a significant impact on the crime fiction genre, offering a unique perspective that resonates with readers worldwide.