The Woman Before Me - Hardcover

Dugdall, Ruth

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1444808079 ISBN 13: 9781444808070

Publisher: Ulverscroft Softcover, 2011

Synopsis

Rose Wilks' life is shattered when her new-born baby Joel is admitted to intensive care. Emma Hatcher has all that Rose lacks. Beauty. A loving husband. A healthy son. Until tragedy strikes and Rose is the only suspect. Now, after nearly five years behind bars, Rose is just weeks away from freedom. Her probation officer Cate must decide whether Rose is remorseful for Luke's death, or whether she remains a threat to society. As Cate is drawn in, she doubts her own judgement. Where is the line between love and obsession, can justice be served and, if so...by what means?

About this title

About the Author:

Ruth Dugdall studied a BA (Hons) degree in English and Theatre Studies at Warwick University, and then an MA is Social Work at UEA. She worked as a Probation Officer for almost a decade, working in prisons with numerous high-risk criminals. The Woman Before Me (Legend Press, 2010) was informed by her experiences. Ruth's professional background gives her writing authenticity and credibility.

Review:

"This award-winning psychological thriller spins a tale of love and obsession ... A diverting debut."—Daily Mail

"An enthralling psychological thriller—perfect for fans of Sophie Hannah."—bestselling author Sam Mills

"Dark, disturbing and authentic."—CWA Debut Dagger judging panel

"Impressive in its unflinching realism."—Crime Time

"A young British crime-writer who uses her career in the Probation Service to stunning effect ... a bleak, dark psychological thriller, at times quite hypnotic ... gripping and powerful."—Mike Ripley, Shotsmag

About this edition

• Publisher: Ulverscroft Softcover
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 1444808079
• ISBN 13: 9781444808070
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 432