No one knows that deep within the household, Jillian is a victim of domestic violence, leading her to falter in her parental duties and question her sanity. To the outside world, Jillian Kane appears to have the perfect life: a solid career as an architect, a loving mother to her two children, and a doting and supportive husband. My heart was beating 250 per minute and I could not tear my eyes away until I finished the book in one sitting. Know that saying ‘appearances can be deceiving?’ This fast-paced, psychologically thrilling suspense book boosts it up to a whole new level. “Frozen smiles, polite nods, a few princess waves and we’re in the car and on our way. Mark my words: this author is going places. A realization of the two most chilling and provocative words in the English language: "What if.?" A statement of hope that encourages us to stand up for what is just, not what is deemed "right" by others. Instead, it becomes a declaration of truth that exposes what is covered up within society. Ms Redfearn is definitely going places after this spectacular novel.Įvery once in a while, I stumble across a book that I don't just read, love, and move on from. This book engrossed me from the minute I picked it up until the end - like I said before - I was right there experiencing what Jillian did!! There is so much more to the story than what I have written, but the only way to experience the same angst I went through is to pick up a copy of the book!! Through the couple months she is hidden, she connects with her children and watches them grow emotionally without the stress of an overbearing father. Through some luck, Jillian is able to thwart him and finds a somewhat safe place to hide. It gets to a point that Jillian has had enough and takes the children and RUNS, but it doesn't take long for Gordon to find them. Jillian tries to fight to get her children back even though she questions her worth as a mother but Gordon blocks every attempt setting her up to make it look like she is insane and an unfit mother. When Jillian finally gets the courage to tell him that she wants to leave him.he locks her out of the house and empties the bank accounts immediately moving his mistress in the house. He threatens her life and the life of their children if she ever leaves him, he kicks, strangles, punches etc (only where the bruises could be hid). He is seen as a hero in the police force, a devout Christian, a great little league coach, and the list goes on, but behind closed doors he is physically and mentally abusive who only has one thing in mind.getting his wife pregnant again. Jillian looks like she has it all - she is a very successful VP in an architectural firm who's husband dotes on her along with her two children. Suzanne brings us through the journey of Jillian trying to get away from her abusive husband along with saving her children, her parents and any friend willing to step in to help her. This is Suzanne Redfearn's debut novel and I have to say.DAMN!! This is going to be a breakthrough novel for her! Her writing is intense and riveting - when I read this.I was living it through her eyes and emotions. ![]() I continued to put myself into the character's thoughts and shoes to understand the terror of abuse and how hard it is to RUN and SURVIVE!! I was in tears and terrorized myself while reading. Just.Wow - That was all I could think after finishing this book. *****5+++++ Suspenseful - Heart pounding Stars*****ĪRC provided by Grand Central Publishing via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Suspenseful and unforgettably moving, it's a novel about the unbreakable bonds of family and the astounding, terrifying devotion of a mother's love. ![]() And take her children.Ī riveting page-turner, Hush Little Baby exposes the shame and terror of domestic violence as well as the disturbing role manipulation and sabotage can play in the high-stakes game of child custody. With Gordon in hot pursuit, there is only one inescapable certainty: No matter where she goes, he will find her. ![]() ![]() When, in an act of desperation, she flees, her worst nightmare is realized, and she finds herself on the run with her two young children, no money, and no plan. For nine years, she has hid the bruises and the truth of her abusive marriage in order to protect Addie and Drew, knowing, if she left, Gordon would destroy her-destroy them. The reality behind closed doors is something else entirely. Jillian Kane appears to have it all - a successful career, a gorgeous home, a loving husband, and two wonderful children. If I leave, he'll destroy Addie and Drew.
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