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Dorothy Koomson
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  • Paperback: 480 pages
  • Publisher: Sphere (4 Aug 2011)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0751543500
  • ISBN-13: 978-0751543506
  • Product Dimensions: 12.7 x 3 x 19.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (98 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 4,135 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Another masterpiece from Dorothy Koomson . . . A must-read that will have you gripped *****' (Heat )

The author has crafted another wonderful tale that has the usual twists you would expect (Sun )

Gripping and compelling (Closer )

Dorothy Koomson is a fine writer whose prose is compulsive in the same way as chocolate (Sunday Express )

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Another masterpiece from Dorothy Koomson ... A must-read that will have you gripped *****' HEAT 'Koomson's latest novel... is perhaps her best and most ambitious yet' HEAT, The Hot List The author has crafted another wonderful tale that has the usual twists you would expect' SUN 'It had us all gripped from start to finish' WOMAN Gripping and compelling' CLOSER 'A brilliant and startling novel' STAR MAGAZINE Dorothy Koomson is a fine writer whose prose is compulsive in the same way as chocolate' SUNDAY EXPRESS 'Koomson skilfully weaves Libby's narrative with Eve's diaries in a tale of contemporary life given added piquancy by a dash of Gothic horror ... Social conflict, deception, the nature of marriage itself are all themes in this multi-tiered and satisfyin --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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85 of 87 people found the following review helpful
A book I love! 4 Feb 2011
By Chloe S "Chick Lit Chloe" TOP 500 REVIEWER
Format:Hardcover
Koomson's books always seem to have an element of mystery to her books - we know certain things about the characters and certain events, yet there is always something in the background we don't know everything about, and this is usually the crux of the story, and ends up shocking the reader, something I love about her books. Her last novel, The Ice Cream Girls, certainly didn't disappoint on this front, and now this one manages to trump even that, I was absolutely glued to this book from start to finish.

We begin at the scene of Libby and Jack's road accident. Libby is in a bad way, and she is upset at her husband about something, but we are clueless as to what. The accident is actually a very important part of the whole book, and is constantly flashed-back to throughout the book, with the accident parts occurring in italics to separate them from the present day. Surrounding this story, we have what is going on with Libby and Jack in the present day and this was also exciting to read. Libby is a likeable character - she clearly loves her husband Jack very much but feels she very much lives in the shadow of Jack's former wife Eve. Koomson writes Libby as a sympathetic character - I felt like I was meant to dislike Jack for how he treats Libby, but for me neither of these were the best character in the book.

Eve is the one character we hear a lot about right from the start of the book, yet in reality we know nothing definite about her until halfway through when Libby makes a discovery at their home which threatens both her marriage to Jack and her own mental state. Libby discovers something that belongs to Eve, something which reveals every intimate detail about the woman who Jack still adores, and Libby is shocked by this information. The way Koomson reveals this to her readers is perfect - the whole scenario of Libby finding this out and her reactions make it all the more thrilling because I was convinced I could see how it was all going to work out, yet Koomson had me fooled once more! Eve's story builds and builds throughout the latter half of the book, sending the book hurtling to a dramatic and exciting conclusion.

As usual, Koomson hasn't shied away from a very gritty topic, and this one was probably the grittiest I have read from her so far. It's hard to review this aspect because I don't want to give the topics away because for me, uncovering Eve's story was the best thing about it and not knowing anything was a bonus without a doubt. Suffice to say, it's not a topic that is easy to read about, yet I found myself completely dedicated to the book, despite some of the more graphic scenes and nature of this part of the book. Koomson makes it compelling to read, and I felt so sorry for Eve, she is such a likeable character caught in an impossible situation, and you can't help but sympathise yet read with horror every action she takes, and you are just sure it is going to end horribly, yet Koomson twists and turns the story so much, I couldn't guess the ending for the life of me.

As you can probably tell from this glowing review, I absolutely adored this book and just couldn't put it down. It's a big chunk of a book at 464 pages, but it whizzed by for me, I was so absorbed in the story and desperate to find out what on earth was happening with Eve, Libby and Jack that I didn't notice the chapters flying by. I really liked how Koomson presented the story, with the flashbacks to the accident throughout the book keeping your mind on that mystery, then flitting to present day and back again to the information Libby uncovers about Eve. It's easy to follow despite these threads, and the stories all inter-mingle perfectly, making an absolutely stunning read. I cannot recommend it enough!
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20 of 20 people found the following review helpful
just brilliant! 16 Feb 2011
By A Customer
Format:Kindle Edition
I blame My Best Friends Girl for this obsession with Dorothy Koomson novels! what an excellent book, from start to finish it has had me completly hooked, so much so i'm quite sad i finished it so quickly. Following on from The Ice Cream Girls, DK has managed to keep two plotlines moving alongside another to meet with another excellent twist and explosive ending. not as upseting as some of her earlier novel, this like Ice Cream makes the reader really gt into the minds and lives of the characters, esp Eve and Libby. love it and in fact i might start it again!
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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful
A joy to read! 11 Feb 2011
By Best Books To Read TOP 100 REVIEWER
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
As always with Dorothy Koomson, I am unsure that she falls into the Chick Lit genre as her books always have an element of drama about them. Her books always seem to radiate true emotion and I always finish one of her books feeling sad that I have to wait for another. This book was no different and as I write my review I can't help but be annoyed that I will again have to wait what seems like forever for another one of her books.

This particular story seems at first glance to be a straight cut story about Jack's wife who died Eve. However, things are far from straightforward and as soon as you pick up the book and start to read you are drawn into the current life of Libby who is struggling with things, as well as Eve's past life and the secrets she holds.

The story is told cleverly and although towards the latter part of the book I thought I had it all figured out, I was shocked to realise I was wrong. Libby is a lovely character who has her own insecurities about her husband Jack and the things he hides. Although it's clear that Jack has a troubled past you can't help but warm to him as a reader. He may not be perfect but you can't help but feel that his heart truly belongs to Libby.

Dorothy Koomson has again written a book that is not only powerful but one that is quite heart wrenching. When the past of Jack and Eve begin to come out you begin to realise that things are quite as black and white as they seem. I found myself desperately wanting everything to be okay.

I loved the fact that story had two very separate threads, one in the past and one in the current, but the two stories would intertwine magically. I also loved the setting being mainly in Brighton as well as London. The main topics that are dealt with in the book are always the easiest for an author to deal with well but this book truly relays the situations in a great way. That may sound slightly strange as I haven't revealed the topics but to do so would be a real plot spoiler.

As ever DK has produced an outstanding book that I literally couldn't (or wouldn't as my husband kindly pointed out) put down. I cannot recommend this book, or for that matter this author highly enough. I have yet to find fault with her writing or any of her books. An absolute joy to read and one I suggest that you put on your list to read!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Brilliant!
This book was actually one of the best books I have ever read, I just couldn't put it down! The plot was brilliant and the story just got more intruiging as the book went on. Read more
Published 4 days ago by n21
Another Irresistable Book by Koomson
I have read all of Dorothy Koomson's books, and have enjoyed them all. This one again had a hint of mystery and psychological thriller to it again. Read more
Published 13 days ago by M. Block
Best book she's done!
I have read all of Dorothy Koomson books but this one is by far my favourite. I loved every minute of it and couldn't put the book down. The book was mysterious, and unpredictable. Read more
Published 1 month ago by rem
Excellent page turner
Have just found Dorothy Koomson books and am loving her. Would highly recommend for an easy read you can't put down. If you like this one, try her others too.
Published 1 month ago by Loz
page turner
I could not get into the story of the woman he loved before me so i gave up reading it. I gave it to my my mum to read who is in her seventies. Read more
Published 1 month ago by bookmoviefanatic
A Genuine Page Turner
I'm quite surprised by the bad reviews on this one - I really enjoyed it.

I've not read a Dorothy Koomson book before, and just happened to pick it up in a charity shop... Read more
Published 2 months ago by C. Floodgate
AMAZING!!
After reading my best friends girl and loving it, i then tried Marshmellows for breakfast and couldnt quite get in to it, so i was unsure as to how this book would go, I gave it a... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Leece
A Slow Start - Not Better Than 'Ice Cream Girls'
I would recommend this one! Like the majority, of Koomson's books, you really feel like you know the characters. Read more
Published 2 months ago by London_Bookworm
Very enjoyable
This is a very enjoyable book which I found hard to put down. Initially I was slightly anxious that it seemed to be a modern day version of Daphne du Maurier's book Rebecca, but... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Karra
Totally Brilliant
I have loved every Dorothy Koomson book and this one was by far the best one of the lot in my opinion. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Ms. Zl Williamson
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