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Discover the poignant journey of family, love, and redemption in the captivating novel 'This Could Be Us' by bestselling author Claire McGowan. This beautifully structured story follows Kate, a woman who seemingly had it all until her life took an unexpected turn with the birth of her profoundly disabled child. As she grapples with overwhelming guilt, she flees to Los Angeles, seeking solace in a new career and life, but her past haunts her relentlessly. Andrew, her husband, left to care for their disabled daughter and resentful son, finds support in Olivia, Kate's devoted best friend. This gripping narrative unfolds over two decades, exploring the complexities of family ties, sacrifice, and the struggle between personal happiness and familial responsibility. Join them as their lives intertwine again when Andrew’s memoir sparks a revival of long-buried feelings and unresolved conflicts. This novel is a must-read for anyone seeking a heartfelt exploration of how love can exist amid chaos and pain. Perfect for fans of thought-provoking literature, 'This Could Be Us' reminds us of the beauty and challenges of family life—filled with hope, love, and the enduring spirit of resilience. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781472157225. Year: 2023. Publisher: Little Brown.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781472157225
Year: 2023
Publisher: Little Brown
Description:
'So truthful and rewarding' Ian Rankin, author of the Inspector Rebus series
'Brave, brilliantly structured, and beautifully written' Laura Barnett, author of The Versions of Us
Kate has done the unthinkable. She'd worked hard to build a perfect life for herself, while ignoring her growing unhappiness. But when her second child was born profoundly disabled, reality hit. Unable to cope, Kate left - disappearing without a trace. She ends up in LA, with a glittering career and a new family of sorts, but the guilt is still suffocating.
Husband Andrew was left to pick up the pieces and care for their disabled daughter and angry, confused son. Bereft and broken, he leaned on Olivia, Kate's best friend. She's been by his side ever since, ignoring her own needs to meet his.
Years later, Andrew has written a memoir about his daughter learning to communicate against all odds. But when Kate's new producer husband decides he wants to make a film of it, their worlds collide once again. Now, Kate must return to the life she abandoned and reckon with what she did. The guilt and the love. The pain and the hope. In other words, family.
Following a fractured family over a period of twenty years, This Could Be Us is an extraordinarily moving story from bestselling author Claire McGowan.
'About halfway through this beautiful, expertly-stitched novel, I thought to myself, 'Every woman needs to read this book'; by the end, I thought, 'every human'. Moving, thought-provoking and profound, it's one of my favourite reads of the last few years' Louise Ca
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781472157225
Year: 2023
Publisher: Little Brown
Description:
'So truthful and rewarding' Ian Rankin, author of the Inspector Rebus series
'Brave, brilliantly structured, and beautifully written' Laura Barnett, author of The Versions of Us
Kate has done the unthinkable. She'd worked hard to build a perfect life for herself, while ignoring her growing unhappiness. But when her second child was born profoundly disabled, reality hit. Unable to cope, Kate left - disappearing without a trace. She ends up in LA, with a glittering career and a new family of sorts, but the guilt is still suffocating.
Husband Andrew was left to pick up the pieces and care for their disabled daughter and angry, confused son. Bereft and broken, he leaned on Olivia, Kate's best friend. She's been by his side ever since, ignoring her own needs to meet his.
Years later, Andrew has written a memoir about his daughter learning to communicate against all odds. But when Kate's new producer husband decides he wants to make a film of it, their worlds collide once again. Now, Kate must return to the life she abandoned and reckon with what she did. The guilt and the love. The pain and the hope. In other words, family.
Following a fractured family over a period of twenty years, This Could Be Us is an extraordinarily moving story from bestselling author Claire McGowan.
'About halfway through this beautiful, expertly-stitched novel, I thought to myself, 'Every woman needs to read this book'; by the end, I thought, 'every human'. Moving, thought-provoking and profound, it's one of my favourite reads of the last few years' Louise Ca