I've been off sick from work and being a Martina Cole fan (although she's recently really lost her form), I wanted something similar. I read the other reviews and decided to buy all 3 books at once to pass the time. I absolutely loved them, the first two are brilliant. I love Daisy Lane, Vera, Suze, Kibbles and although awful things happen and it's just as gritty as Martina, it's better as there is a warmth about these characters that makes you genuinely care about them. I finished Damaged Goods yesterday - excellent but I felt it could have gone on a bit longer as today I've found myself wondering what happens next. Can't wait for the next installment!