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The Woman Before Me

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In The Woman Before Me by Ruth Dugdall, Rose Wilks, convicted of a heinous crime involving an infant, is completing her sentence and trying to prove her innocence. The narrative delves into her complex psychological state while uncovering the intertwined lives and secrets of those around her. The book skillfully weaves suspense and intrigue, examining themes of obsession and the desperate lengths one might go to for love and acceptance.
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You might enjoy this gripping psychological thriller if you're drawn to tales of suspense and complex characters. It explores dark themes of jealousy, obsession, and the blurred lines between innocence and guilt, keeping readers on edge with its unexpected twists and emotional depth.

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They came for me, just like I knew they would. Luke had been dead for just three days. Rose Wilks' life is shattered when her newborn 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.

* Profiles expected in major Australian and New Zealand newspapers such as the West Australian, Courier Mail, Daily Telegraph and Weekend Press * Extensive review coverage in newspapers such as the Courier-Mail, Herald Sun, Dominion Post and New Zealand Herald * Reviews assured in glossy magazines such as the Australian Women's Weekly, Next Magazine, New Zealand Women's Weekly and Madison * Reviews in specialist crime publications * Ideal book club title * Newslink lightwall advertising * Large budget for bookseller catalogues * Social media campaign including promotions and competitions * Will be featured in the Text newsletter to reading groups, general readers and the book industry * Online banners on bookseller websites * Early reading copies available

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“They came for me, just like I knew they would. Luke had been dead for just three days.”

Rose Wilks' life is shattered when her newborn 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, having spent 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 begins to doubt her own judgement. Where is the line between love and obsession? Can justice be served and, if so...by what means?

The Woman Before Me by Ruth Dugdall explores these haunting questions, weaving a gripping narrative of intrigue and suspense.

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The Woman Before Me by Ruth Dugdall is praised as a dark and haunting psychological thriller that demonstrates both depth and sensitivity. It is notable for its unflinching realism, offering a gripping narrative that captivates readers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781921922893

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 July 2012

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 154.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 363g

Pages: 304

About the Author

Ruth Dugdall is the author of The James Version and The Sacrifical Man.

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