This novel is absolutely mesmerizing. The story begins in 1964, when a doctor delivers his wife of twins. Realising that one of the babies has Down's Syndrome he immediately gives it away to a nurse, telling her to take it to an institution. He meanwhile tells his wife that the baby has died. As their lives unfold the consequences of this act are revealed. Definitely a book to keep you up into the small hours.
(Caroline Winstanley - bwl 44 February 2008 ) |
