I loved this book, found it a fast moving and riveting read full of surprises. Written in a modern context it covers many aspects of present day life with sensitivity and emotional insight. Highly recommended.
Mary Kent
A wonderful story with many twists and turns. The short chapters gave the story pace and kept me wanting to read ‘just one more chapter’, and the ending so unexpected.
Definitely recommend this book.
Barbara
A suspenseful novel with well-rounded characters. Highly recommended.
Film Fanatic
A remarkable and very entertaining book which, especially when seen in the context of the trilogy of which it is a part, comes over as a highly novel approach to the romantic genre, and there lies its charm. This raises it well above the run-of-the-mill “chick lit” yarn, especially as it’s as much about the highly interesting male lead, Blake. A compelling blend of “human situation” and espionage, which really ought to be made into a film some day.
Guy Blythman
Although set in 1986 – remember no emails, texts or google – The Girl at Conway Place is really topical as the theme to the novel a woman trapped in a controlling, domineering, abusive relationships just as relevant today. Cathy’s need for a father for her son makes her blind to Simon’s changes in mood and temperament. The end is satisfying on one hand but shocking on the other. An interesting and page tuning novel. I’m looking forward to more from Alex Ruston.
PJ
Alex Ruston has written a real page-turner of a book yet again. Cathy and her young son Jason are presented as vulnerable and gentle people. In her desire to give Jason the father figure he yearns for she succumbs to the advances of a man who, although good with Jason, proves to be bad news for her. Many contemporary issues relating to single mothers and abusive relationships are explored. Throughout, Cathy retains her moral strength and her underlying beliefs in the world as a good place. Ultimately she is not disappointed. I recommend this book and look forward to Alex Rushton’s next title.
Etti
As a bloke I don’t normally read fiction aimed at women, but this one caught my eye and having read Alex Rushton’s previous book ‘Sunrise at An Lac‘ I knew I would be in for a treat.
It is a ‘talky’ book in that the story moves along mostly by means of conversations between women, rather than events and it is about relationships around the central character, Cathy, a single mum.
Then comes the game changer as an intriguing investigation starts into finding the father of Cathy’s son and it turns into a surprising tale. By the end everything is neatly explained and it is an accomplished story by a keen observer of human life.
Recommended.
D. Jemitus
This compelling novel had me hooked from the start. Although it is set in the past, the issues around relationships are as relevant today, and I understood fully Cathy’s dilemma in the face of a hugely challenging situation. The novel took me on a surprising adventure and the end was unexpected. It is a story that will stay with me for some considerable time. It was a great read.
Mike Taylor
This is a fascinating novel, full of twists and turns, with an unexpected ending. I thoroughly recommend it.
Kate Allsop
I enjoyed this novel very much. I was drawn in to the story and really felt for Cathy in her predicament. The ending was definitely something I did not see coming. I urge you to get it and read it.
Kevin Palmer
I love Books about complex relationships and this did not disappoint. The characters were well drawn and believable and the ending as satisfying if unexpected.
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