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When Grace falls pregnant again, she turns to her sister, \u003cb\u003eMaryanne\u003c\/b\u003e, for help.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e1996:\u003c\/b\u003e When \u003cb\u003eBeth\u003c\/b\u003e's father, \u003cb\u003ePatrick\u003c\/b\u003e, is diagnosed with dementia, she and her siblings make the heart-wrenching decision to put him into care. As Beth is clearing the family home, she discovers a series of notes. Patrick's children grew up believing their mother died in a car accident, but these notes suggest something much darker may be true.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTruths I Never Told You\u003c\/i\u003e is a gripping look at the lies that can bond families together - or tear them apart... \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Another fantastic \u003cb\u003eemotional \u003c\/b\u003eand \u003cb\u003epoignant \u003c\/b\u003eread from Kelly! I devoured this book in a day as I really didn't want to put it down! 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I was riveted, and will be recommending this book to everyone I know' Lisa Ireland, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Shape of Us\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Kelly Rimmer writes a deeply meaningful novel about time, acceptance, understanding \u0026amp; the deeper meaning of unconditional love. \u003cb\u003eBeautiful\u003c\/b\u003e' \u003ci\u003eReally Into This\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Kelly Rimmer has outdone herself... \u003cb\u003eKeep tissues handy\u003c\/b\u003e' \u003ci\u003eFresh Fiction\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'This \u003cb\u003ecaptivating \u003c\/b\u003etale was my introduction to the breathtaking storytelling of Kelly Rimmer. The writing was craftily emotive, intriguing, and devastating. I was well and fully hooked. 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It was impossible to not be moved by this beautifully written book' Vanessa Carnevale, AU\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Another incredible, gripping read from an exceptionally talented author. This book takes you through a myriad of emotions, whilst opening your eyes to some very important issues for women. I read this in one sitting, because I had to. So will you.  A magnificent read I can't praise or recommend highly enough' Heather Hill, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Heartbreaking and life-affirming. \u003ci\u003eBefore I Let You Go\u003c\/i\u003e captures the bittersweet nature of existence and turns it into something truly beautiful' Tilly Tennant, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Heartbreaking, soul-searching but ultimately uplifting, this thought-provoking book challenges the judgements society makes and weaves a heartwarming story around the bonds we forge as sister, mother and partner' Zara Stoneley, UK\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Being a mother means you are open to criticism from every angle, but if you are a pregnant addict, what then? Children are protected in society, but what about those who gave them life? Kelly Rimmer writes from the heart and soul. 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Her characters are captivating' \u003ci\u003eDaily Telegraph\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Kelly Rimmer tears at the heartstrings' \u003ci\u003eHerald Sun\u003c\/i\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56301125140853,"sku":"9781472247315","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781472247315_8822524d-9c7f-441a-9e83-065f1ce737ab.jpg?v=1786020931"},{"product_id":"9781472257543","title":"Unexpected","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e'Emotional, satisfying, sweet, and oh so good' Kylie Scott\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eUnexpected\u003c\/i\u003e is a unforgettable new friends-to-lovers romance from bestselling author Kelly Rimmer, in her Start Up in the City series, perfect for fans of Jill Shalvis and Nora Roberts.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eCo-parenting with her best friend. 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This will delight fans of extremely modern romance' \u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56301130645877,"sku":"9781472257543","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781472257543_32283903-b407-452a-b321-df580cec3325.jpg?v=1786021082"},{"product_id":"9781472257611","title":"Undone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eUndone \u003c\/i\u003eis a unforgettable new romance from bestselling author Kelly Rimmer, in her Start Up in the City series, perfect for fans of Jill Shalvis and Nora Roberts.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe only vow she's prepared to make is \u003ci\u003enot\u003c\/i\u003e to say 'I do'...\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRunning a major tech company without breaking a sweat? No problem. But being bridesmaid at her best friend's wedding is giving Jess Cohen a bad case of the jitters. Maybe that's because she'll have to face the groom's brother, Jake - the man she's been avoiding for the last two years, after she dumped him mercilessly, unable to tell him the truth about her past. Jake, who's loyal, loving and all wrong for someone who refuses to be tied down - if only her heart could remember that.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJake Winton spent four months secretly dating Jess, and the past two years trying - and failing - to forget the woman he'd been ready to propose to. Now, he's sure their connection is still there, sizzling and undeniable. Whatever she's holding back, he can handle - if only she'll trust him with her secrets, her fears and her heart.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for Kelly Rimmer:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e'Guaranteed to please... 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