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A Family Betrayal

By Kitty Neale
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The Drapers, a feared family ruling the streets of South London, face turmoil as a bitter feud escalates, leading to tragedy and placing eldest son Danny in charge. With sinister intentions for the family business, Danny makes Petula, the youngest, the scapegoat. Years later, a fractured family reunites when Petula returns, confronting both her family's dark secrets and her own demons, threatening to shatter them all.
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Ideal for readers who appreciate gritty, emotionally charged family dramas set against an urban backdrop, particularly those drawn to complex characters and suspenseful storytelling.

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Fractured by lies, bound by blood…

An intense and emotional family saga drama by the Sunday Times bestselling author, perfect for fans of Dilly Court and Katie Flynn

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Fractured by lies, bound by blood…

MENACING…

The Drapers rule the streets of South London. Everyone's afraid of them – and that's just how they like it. But when tempers flare and a family feud spirals out of control, tragedy strikes, leaving eldest son Danny in charge.

MANIPULATED…

But he has shocking plans for the family business, and Petula, the baby of the family, becomes the scapegoat for the Drapers' dirty dealings.

MISSING…

Years later, and the once united family has now split up. Petula returns to the place she once called home to face her family as well as her demons, unleashing a terrible secret that could destroy them once and for all…

Originally published in 2009

Praise for A Family Betrayal:

‘Kitty has outdone herself with this story… I can't recommend this book enough.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'What a brilliant read… gutted when I turned the last page.' Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Captivating to the end… what a lovely and gifted author.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A real page turner from start to finish. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this book.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Was really disappointed when it ended because I enjoyed it so much.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Highly praised by readers, this engrossing story is described as a brilliant, captivating page-turner with a gifted author behind the tale. Readers have applauded its intense narrative and strong emotional pull, making it a recommended and memorable read.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781847563507

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 October 2011

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: AVON, a division of HarperCollins Publishers Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 500g

Pages: 528

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About the Author

I was raised in South London, the streets my playground, and this working class area became the inspiration for my novels. My working life was varied, from shop assistant, secretary to The British Tourist Authority and Manager of a busy GP Group Practice. In the Eighties I moved to Surrey with my husband and two children, but in 1998 there was a catalyst in my life when my son, aged 27died. After working for two years with other bereaved parents in a support group, I took up writing and my first novel, A Cuckoo in Candle Lane, was born. My husband and I now live in Spain.

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