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A brand-new page-turning historical saga from the bestselling author of A Shilling for a Wife, perfect for fans of Dilly Court and Rosie Goodwin———————Manchester, 1867Mara longs for a peaceful life free of violence and poverty. But she has married into the O Hara family, who have a reputation for drunkenness and quick tempers. Her eldest stepson Conrad is the worst of them all – a brute and a criminal who makes Mara s life a misery. But when Conrad is accused of a crime he didn t commit, Mara is the only one who can prove his innocence. Perhaps this is her chance to finally free her family from his toxic influence . . . Will Mara clear Conrad s name, or will she have the courage to break away from her stepson s villainy?——————— Readers are loving A Mother s Betrayal:***** Emma Hornby has done it again, with her brilliant storytelling… A big thank you to Emma ***** What an excellent read… Emma Hornby writes some wonderful stories and this one hits the mark ***** A heartbreakingly good read… Very worthy five stars and more from me it s a must read ***** I do love to read Emma Hornby s books they are so atmospheric and draw you into the story from start to finish and make you want more. Excellent ***** Wow, what a book. Its such an emotional roller-coaster… I devoured this in one sitting ; 368 pages; Published: 17 03 2022