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From bestselling author Amanda Prowse comes a tale of a blissful life, a happy marriage, a beloved son…and a tragedy that destroys it all.

When Rachel Croft wakes up on her family’s boat in Bermuda, it’s to sunshine and yet another perfect day…until she goes to wake her seven-year-old son, Oscar. Because the worst thing imaginable has happened. He isn’t there.

In the dark and desperate days that follow, Rachel struggles to navigate her grief. And while her husband, James, wants them to face the tragedy together, Rachel feels that the life they once shared is over. Convinced that their happy marriage is now a sham, and unable to remain in the place where she lost her son, she goes home to Bristol alone.

Only when she starts receiving letters from Cee-Cee, her housekeeper in Bermuda, does light begin to return to Rachel’s soul. She and James both want to learn to live again—but is it too late for them to find a way through together?

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25 Sept. 2018
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“A captivating story that takes you on a powerful journey of heartbreak, loss, and hope by a master storyteller. Have tissues at the ready.” —Candis

“An emotion-packed tear-jerker” —Fanny Blake, Woman & Home

“…A thoughtful and sensitive read. Well recommended.” —Woman’s Way

“We loved this raw depiction of motherhood tested to the limit.” —Take a Break

About the Author

Amanda Prowse likens her own life story to those she writes about in her books. After self-publishing her debut novel, Poppy Day, in 2011, she has gone on to author nineteen novels and six novellas. Her books have been translated into a dozen languages and she regularly tops bestseller charts all over the world. Remaining true to her ethos, Amanda writes stories of ordinary women and their families who find their strength, courage and love tested in ways they never imagined. The most prolific female contemporary fiction writer in the UK, with a legion of loyal readers, she goes from strength to strength. Being crowned “queen of domestic drama” by the Daily Mail was one of her finest moments. Amanda is a regular contributor on TV and radio, but her first love is, and will always be, writing.

You can find her online at www.amandaprowse.com, on Twitter @MrsAmandaProwse and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/amandaprowsenogreaterlove.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07CGDHGB4
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lake Union Publishing (25 Sept. 2018)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 3322 KB
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 332 pages
Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1503904954

Best Sellers Rank: 5,949 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- 91 in British & Irish Contemporary Literature
- 205 in Romance Literary Fiction
- 279 in Women's Literary Fiction (Books)

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Amanda Prowse is an International Bestselling author whose twenty-eight novels, non-fiction title and seven novellas have been published in dozens of languages around the world. Published by Lake Union, Amanda is the most prolific writer of bestselling contemporary fiction in the UK today; her titles also consistently score the highest online review approval ratings across several genres. Her books, including the chart topping No.1 titles 'What Have I Done?', 'Perfect Daughter', 'My Husband's Wife', 'The Girl in the Corner' and ‘The Things I Know’ have sold millions of copies across the globe.

A popular TV and radio personality, Amanda has appeared on numerous shows where her views on family and social issues strike a chord with viewers. She also makes countless guest appearances on BBC national and independent Radio stations including LBC, Times Radio and Talk FM, where she is well known for her insightful observations and her infectious humour. Described by the Daily Mail as ‘The queen of family drama’ Amanda’s novel, 'A Mother's Story' won the coveted Sainsbury's eBook of the year Award and she has had two books selected as World Book Night titles, 'Perfect Daughter' in 2016 and 'The Boy Between' in 2022.

Amanda is a huge supporter of libraries and having become a proud ambassador for The Reading Agency, works tirelessly to promote reading, especially in disadvantaged areas. Amanda's ambition is to create stories that keep people from turning the bedside lamp off at night, great characters that ensure you take every step with them and tales that fill your head so you can't possibly read another book until the memory fades...

Praise for Amanda Prowse:

'A powerful and emotional work of fiction' - Piers Morgan

'Deeply moving and emotional, Amanda Prowse handles her explosive subjects with delicate skill' - Daily Mail

'Uplifting and positive, but you will still need a box of tissues' - Hello!

'A gut-wrenching and absolutely brilliant read' - The Irish Sun

'You'll fall in love with this...' - Cosmopolitan

'Deeply moving and eye opening. Powerful and emotional drama that packs a real punch.' - Heat

'Magical' - Now magazine

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A voyage through grief

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 30 September 2018

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I hadn't intended reading this book just yet, having suffered a huge bereavement a month ago. I thought I should wait until I was in a better place but when it popped into my kindle , I couldn't resist. I think I was hoping that Amanda would show me a way through this suffocating grief. Sadly she couldn't do that as there are no magic answers or any shortcuts. I found this the hardest of Amanda's books to read but that is a testament to the power of her writing. She navigated us through the seas of despair, despondency, shock, blame, guilt and into the calmer waters of acceptance. I was with her every step of the way, recognising each stage of grief and totally empathising with the characters of the bereaved parents . The character of the housekeeper Cee Cee was beautifully drawn and I loved the employment of letters to unfold her story. Somehow , Amanda managed to give us hope despite the dark theme and lots of wisdom to guide us through the lonely country that is grief. Another triumph! Well done Amanda

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patsy

Slow read.....

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 October 2018

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I know this author can do no wrong in the eyes of her ardent followers - but sadly not for me. My main concern was that Rachel’s disinclination to allow anyone near her own grief was clear to see. Brutally at times even. So it is entirely at odds that she would give much of a toss, reading about her wonderful housekeepers younger self? I just didn’t get it at all? But I also foudn the book slow and cannot tell a lie - I abandoned it at just over 50%.

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lynn

Complete Rubbish

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 17 October 2018

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I had been anticipating this book for some time as I have been a loyal fan of Amanda Prowse. I cannot believe it was her who wrote this book. It was a load of drivel. No story line after the first chapter. Stereotypical black maid writing letters to the main character who was a self absorbed very unlikeable. I will seriously rethink reading anymore by this author if she continues to pump out utter nonsense like this.

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A mountain too high for Prowse

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 3 June 2019

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It’s impossible to imagine anything more horrific than the death of a young child, especially your own. The very idea is like an icy hand grabbing your heart and squeezing the life out of it ... but only momentarily. As soon as the notion pops into your head, your brain quickly takes your thoughts skittering off in another, more pleasant, direction. It’s just not something we want to contemplate.

Yet, it’s exactly this, the tragic disappearance of a 7 year-old boy off his parents yacht, that Prowse chooses as the subject of her latest book. And not just as an ugly episode in a wider narrative, but as the focus of the entire story. It’s heavy stuff, even for Prowse, who has never shied away from difficult topics. Loss, grief, anger, blame, guilt: The Coordinates of Loss presents itself as a study of human emotion at its most visceral. Unfortunately, Prowse doesn’t quite pull it off.

From the very first chapter, everything points to a thoroughly depressing read. For how could there be a happy ending - or anything remotely uplifting - after the awful drowning of young Oscar? It’s every author’s aim to make their characters relatable, but what mother reading this could honestly want to put herself in Rachel’s shoes and feel her suffering? For our own sanity, empathy has its limits.

And I think this is what spoiled the book for me. The subject matter is just so inconceivably awful, either I couldn’t fully engage with it, or Prowse’s narrative just didn’t hit the right notes. Yes, her approach is sensitive and sympathetic. Her characters, especially Cee-Cee, are convincing and likeable. Her writing style is simple and free-flowing. But, for me, there was a discord between what I was reading and what I was feeling. And that’s why I felt no sense of satisfaction when I finished the book.

I think perhaps Prowse bit off more than she could chew. The subject needed a different touch, a different style, to truly resonate with the reader. I can see someone like Anita Shreve, for example, making a far better fist of it.

Thanks for reading my review. I hope you found it helpful. You can find more candid book reviews on my Amazon profile page.

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Kel M

One of my absolute favourite by this amazing author so far

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 25 September 2018

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Amanda Prowse does it again, when you pick up this book prepare to have your heartbroken and to require many tissues.

I started this book knowing I have loved Amanda Prowse's other books but this book was on a whole other level and I didn't want to put it down.

You fall in love with the characters instantly and feel the many emotions they are experiencing throughout. The characters are vivid and you could clearly picture them as you got to know them on many levels as this wonderful read progressed.

This book totally broke my heart, left me with a horrendous book hangover but it was exceptional and I wish I could start this fresh all over again as it was another work of art and I loved every page

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Deb

Every parents worse nightmare

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 October 2018

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To lose a child must be the most unimaginable, terrible thing to go through unless you actually have.
We all deal with emotions and situations differently.
So, when something unimaginably terrible happens beyond all comprehension, our immediate family and support network shuts down from the 'norm'.

Rachel and James who have everything they could wish for, materialistic and family wise, find their world as they know it come crashing down.
A regular boat outing as they have all been on many times before, goes terribly wrong without any explanation.

No one around them can relate to their loss, and they find themselves not only unable to endure the company of others,
but their feelings towards each other change. The couple begin to question each others actions before, after and at the time of the inconceivable event.

A selfless act of sharing someone's own tragic loss begins to bring an acceptance and understanding that was unimaginable since it happened. This from someone who although shared their day to day lives, they knew almost nothing about.

Amanda Prowse has achieved another page turning story. Although, this time, how can there be a happy ending?

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