A Mother’s Love — 320-page novel
A Mother’s Love is a novel about Halley Holbrook, a recently widowed bestselling author confronting memories of childhood abuse after a valuable handbag is stolen during a Paris holiday. The story combines later-life romance, family bonds and a theft investigation with themes of resilience and deserving love.
At a glance
- Follows Halley as a stolen vintage handbag brings past abuse back into focus.
- Set during a Christmas and New Year trip to Paris, where Halley meets businessman Bart Warner.
- Balances family relationships and a developing romance with a search for the bag and its thief.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- The plot brings romance, family ties and a theft investigation together with a character-focused story of confronting past trauma.
- At 320 pages, the listed print length gives buyers a clear sense of the book's scope.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Macmillan |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 1 July 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 320 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1529085952 |
| Reading age | 18 years and up |
| Weight listed | 416 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 15.3 x 2.6 x 23.4 cm |
What to know before buying
- The description includes themes of childhood abuse, bereavement and emotional distress, which may be relevant to readers choosing suitable subject matter.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers seeking contemporary fiction with later-life romance and family themes.
- Readers interested in a story about resilience, bereavement and confronting childhood trauma.
- Those who enjoy a holiday setting paired with a theft investigation.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as an enjoyable read with strong content and story, and appreciates its portrayal of a mother's love. Some feedback finds the writing repetitive. For readers drawn to the listed 320-page character-focused plot, that criticism may matter if they prefer tightly paced storytelling. Aggregate ratings lean positive overall, but they do not explain individual reactions.
Positive themes
- Feedback praises the story and content.
- Customers appreciate the portrayal of a mother's love.
Negative themes
- Some customers mention repetitive writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is A Mother’s Love about?
Recently widowed novelist Halley travels to Paris after her daughters leave for a holiday. A handbag theft revives memories of childhood abuse, while she builds a connection with Bart and tries to help recover the bag.
What themes does the story cover?
The supplied description centres on bereavement, family, childhood abuse, resilience and being open to love, alongside a stolen-handbag investigation.
How long is the listed print edition?
The listing gives a print length of 320 pages.
Is this book suitable for younger readers?
The listing states a reading age of 18 years and up. Its description also mentions childhood abuse and bereavement.
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