A Mother’s Betrayal: A heart-stopping and compelling Victorian saga from the bestselling author of A Shilling for a Wife

The new page-turning and gritty Victorian saga from the bestselling author of A Shilling for a Wife, perfect for fans of Dilly Court and Rosie Goodwin ——————————- Manchester, 1867 Mara 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' If you love historical fiction, Emma's newest WW2 saga, A Daughter's War , is coming in August 2022 and is available to pre-order now Manchester, 1867 Mara 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 love Emma Hornby: 'Similar to Rosie Goodwin and Dilly Court, Emma Hornby tells a brilliant story' 'Emma Hornby's books just keep getting better and better' 'Keep writing Emma, you are very talented and can't wait for your next book' 'Emma is a wonderful storyteller and I can't wait for the next one!' . Will Mara clear Conrad's name, or will she have the courage to break free from her stepson's villainy? --------------------- Readers love Emma Hornby: 'Similar to Rosie Goodwin and Dilly Court, Emma Hornby tells a brilliant story that will keep you guessing with twists and turns.