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Book Synopsis''An utterly gripping page-turner'' SPECTATOR
''Heartache, soul searching and finger pointing swirl around this complex tale of a dysfunctional, yet powerful family'' DAILY MIRROR
''A gripping tale to satisfy all lovers of a finely twisting plot'' DAILY TELEGRAPH
One cool March morning in London, MP Leo Barr is told that his brother, Charlie, is dead. He has hanged himself from a chestnut tree in the grounds of a mental hospital. His family reacts in different ways. Charlie''s mother, Imogen, sees no point in pretending that life is still worth living - he was always her favourite. Leo and his lawyer brother Roland fight, as they always have over Charlie. The fourth brother Ron, a Catholic priest, must break the news to Charlie''s wife, presently in HMP Holloway.
In the days following Charlie''s death the conflict builds among members of this diverse and complex family. Who really loves whom? What are the motives
Trade Review
"a gripping tale to satisfy all lovers of a finely twisting plot" * DAILY TELEGRAPH *
This beautifully written family saga is a poignant read...deals with real issues facing families in Britain today * EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS *
An exceptional novel with everything it takes for an intirguing and gripping storyline * TELEGRAPH & ARGUS *
This powerful human drama deals with some pressing issues * GOOD BOOK GUIDE *
