Good Enough Mother

Dr. Ruth Hartland is a highly respected trauma therapy unit director, but she is struggling to maintain her confidence and capability due to her son Tom's disappearance. When a new patient arrives at the unit, a young man who looks shockingly like Tom, Ruth makes a different choice that will have profound consequences. This novel is a heart-stopping mother's story of love and loss, and a riveting drama that lets us inside the secret world of therapist and patient. It is a beautifully crafted book with a compelling and emotionally consuming narrative.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 05 March 2020
Publisher: Faber & Faber

The most perilous lies we harbor within ourselves can be the most destructive, as they shape our perception of reality and hinder our personal growth. In her debut novel, "The Therapist," Dr. Ruth Hartland, a renowned trauma therapy unit director, finds herself grappling with the devastating disappearance of her son, Tom. As she attempts to navigate her professional responsibilities and personal anguish, a new patient arrives at the unit, bearing an uncanny resemblance to Tom. Caught between her therapeutic expertise and the overwhelming desire to protect her son, Ruth makes a decision that will have far-reaching consequences, testing the boundaries of her morality and loyalty.

Through the captivating narrative of "The Therapist," readers are taken on a profound emotional journey as Ruth explores the complexities of motherly love, the power of the human mind, and the devastating consequences of deceit. The novel's psychological depth and emotional resonance make it a compelling and thought-provoking read, leaving readers pondering the nature of truth and the sacrifices we are willing to make for the ones we love.

"The Therapist" showcases Paula Hawkins's talent as a writer, delivering a gripping and emotionally charged story that will linger with readers long after the last page. With its well-developed characters, intricate plot, and powerful themes, this debut novel is a testament to the power of storytelling and the ability of literature to explore the depths of the human experience.

Weight: 290g
Dimension: 190 x 125 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780571348398
Edition number: Main