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His Other Child: An absolutely heartbreaking and gripping emotional family drama
Overview
Holding her tiny newborn, she heard familiar footsteps approaching the ward. Her heart leaped in greeting. He was here, smiling, clutching a tiny gift. Everything was finally going to be ok. But a heartbeat later, as he turned towards the opposite bed, her smile died on her lips. He had brought a present. But it wasn’t for her.
For twenty years, my husband Ben was everything to me until a devastating loss blew our marriage apart. Now, months later and standing in the empty nursery, I cradle my growing bump. Up until now, it’s been my secret, fear keeping me from celebrating my own tiny miracle. But as I clutch the soft blue baby blanket, I know I need to tell the father.
As my baby’s arrival draws near, I feel ready to share my news. But then I see Ben in the hospital with his new girlfriend, joy spread across their faces at the news they have clearly just received.
In that moment, my heart shatters. I felt sure that this baby could bring us back together, that we could finally have everything we planned for. But can I really tell Ben when I know the secret he’s kept from me? Or will it destroy us forever?
A totally addictive family drama about a devastating secret and the strength of a mother’s love. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Liane Moriarty and Diane Chamberlain.
What readers are saying about His Other Child:
‘Tissue warning!!!… One emotional roller-coaster ride you won't be able to put the brakes on for… a powerful and emotional story that is sure to stay with readers long after reading. Heartbreaking, hopeful and uplifting.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘An emotional rollercoaster I was NOT ready for… Had me flipping pages so fast… Heartbreaking. If you're a Jodi Picoult or Liane Moriarty fan, this is an absolute must-read.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘OMG my chest is tight! The emotional gut-punches come fast. It's heartbreaking. Emma Robinson seriously knows how to hook you on page one and refuse to let go.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘This book broke me. It totally pulled on my heartstrings! I was so emotionally invested in the characters, and there were moments that genuinely broke my heart.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘The queen of emotional reads is back with another tearjerker! This one not only has you reaching for the tissues but this one has drama! Oh yes!… My heart broke… will have you glued to your Kindle.’ Heidi Lynn’s Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Oh my goodness!… Had me gripped from the very start… left me needing tissues. At certain points I had to put my Kindle down and sit and think about what I’d read. This is an emotional, devastating read.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘This book hit me in the feels… plenty of gasp out loud moments and I won't lie, I bawled crying at one point too.’ @littleluxurieslibrary, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Oh wow, this one really pulled at my heartstrings! So emotional, heartbreaking and full of complicated family secrets. I found myself completely invested. Definitely one for the tissues!’ @charliereads79
‘The kind of family drama that leaves you hollowed out and hopeful in the same breath… Addictive!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
For twenty years, my husband Ben was everything to me until a devastating loss blew our marriage apart. Now, months later and standing in the empty nursery, I cradle my growing bump. Up until now, it’s been my secret, fear keeping me from celebrating my own tiny miracle. But as I clutch the soft blue baby blanket, I know I need to tell the father.
As my baby’s arrival draws near, I feel ready to share my news. But then I see Ben in the hospital with his new girlfriend, joy spread across their faces at the news they have clearly just received.
In that moment, my heart shatters. I felt sure that this baby could bring us back together, that we could finally have everything we planned for. But can I really tell Ben when I know the secret he’s kept from me? Or will it destroy us forever?
A totally addictive family drama about a devastating secret and the strength of a mother’s love. Perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult, Liane Moriarty and Diane Chamberlain.
What readers are saying about His Other Child:
‘Tissue warning!!!… One emotional roller-coaster ride you won't be able to put the brakes on for… a powerful and emotional story that is sure to stay with readers long after reading. Heartbreaking, hopeful and uplifting.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘An emotional rollercoaster I was NOT ready for… Had me flipping pages so fast… Heartbreaking. If you're a Jodi Picoult or Liane Moriarty fan, this is an absolute must-read.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘OMG my chest is tight! The emotional gut-punches come fast. It's heartbreaking. Emma Robinson seriously knows how to hook you on page one and refuse to let go.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘This book broke me. It totally pulled on my heartstrings! I was so emotionally invested in the characters, and there were moments that genuinely broke my heart.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘The queen of emotional reads is back with another tearjerker! This one not only has you reaching for the tissues but this one has drama! Oh yes!… My heart broke… will have you glued to your Kindle.’ Heidi Lynn’s Book Reviews, ⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Oh my goodness!… Had me gripped from the very start… left me needing tissues. At certain points I had to put my Kindle down and sit and think about what I’d read. This is an emotional, devastating read.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘This book hit me in the feels… plenty of gasp out loud moments and I won't lie, I bawled crying at one point too.’ @littleluxurieslibrary, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Oh wow, this one really pulled at my heartstrings! So emotional, heartbreaking and full of complicated family secrets. I found myself completely invested. Definitely one for the tissues!’ @charliereads79
‘The kind of family drama that leaves you hollowed out and hopeful in the same breath… Addictive!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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| ISBN | 1805503405 |
| Publisher | |
| Publication date | October 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 381 pages |
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