The Other Mother

A child barely four years old starts to claim that his mother is not his real mum, despite birth certificates, photos, and the paediatrician's confirmation. The school psychologist is the only one who believes him, so he approaches Marianne Augresse, a police captain with better things to do, but what if she's wrong?

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 448 pages
Publication date: 03 February 2022
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Nothing holds as delicate a place in our hearts as the memory of a child. In a heartwarming yet poignant tale, Malone, a mere four-year-old child, begins to assert that his mother is not his biological parent. The sheer impossibility of this claim seems to defy all logic and evidence. His mother possesses birth certificates, precious photographs capturing his childhood, and even the confirmation of a trusted pediatrician that he is indeed her child. However, it is the school psychologist who becomes the sole believer in Malone's desperate quest for truth. Driven by an unwavering desire to uncover the truth, the psychologist approaches Marianne Augresse, a police captain known for her relentless pursuit of criminals. However, Marianne's attention is currently focused on a high-profile case, and she dismisses Malone's wild fantasies as insignificant. But what if Marianne's assumptions are mistaken? The story takes a thrilling turn as the plot unfolds, revealing a web of secrets and lies that challenge the very foundations of their lives. With each passing chapter, the reader is immersed in a suspenseful and emotional journey as the characters navigate through a maze of confusion and betrayal. The question remains: will they be able to unravel the truth before it destroys their lives forever? This captivating tale explores the fragility of memory, the power of belief, and the resilience of the human spirit. It reminds us that even in the face of overwhelming evidence, the human mind can conjure up illusions and that sometimes, the truth lies hidden just beneath the surface, waiting to be discovered.

Weight: 310g
Dimension: 128 x 196 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781474606738