This is a topical novel, describing the decline and fall of a modern marriage and the unexpected joys of love the second time around. Until her accident, Claire is happily married to Lionel and enjoying being mother to their son, Philip. But when Lionel goes off with the nurse hired to restore Claire to full health, her family life is shattered. But Claire discovers hitherto unknown strengths and survives. She rebuilds her life and feels that she is coping. But soon, coping is not enough and Claire craves emotional attention. Unsuitable admirers are easily found, and after several unfortunate skirmishes Claire thinks true love will elude her. But love is found in the most unexpected places, and Claire's story celebrates the regenerative power of love.
- ISBN10 1857762428
- ISBN13 9781857762426
- Publish Date January 1998
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 12 June 2007
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Book Guild Publishing Ltd
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 84
- Language English