Growing up in the shadow of an immoral mother—one who believes there are no rules in marriage or life that apply to her—Lily Armstrong vows to be a better woman. Thankfully Lily has a devoted father, Ben, who loves and adores her up until his sudden death, leaving Lily the sole caregiver for her ill mother.
The latest family tragedies have forced Lily to question the history her parents claimed to be true. With the discovery of disturbing diaries kept by her mother, Lily will uncover dark twists that her curiosity will not let stay buried in the past. Lily has always struggled to understand what made her mother so callous and unloving. Within the contents of the secret diaries, the sinister truth will finally come to light.
Publication Date:
August 1, 2020
352 Pages
Women’s Fiction Novel
Family Saga
Book 1 of Normal Scandal Series followed by Roots of His Evil and Seeds of His Evil
Secrets that unravel the truth
WTF?!?!
“There were so many twists and turns in the novel that I didn’t know what would happen next.”
Caramie (Michigan), Book Reviewer
Dark Tale
“I loved it. It was emotional. It was believable. It felt like a real tale. There were a few heavy, dark twists, and it was absolutely absorbing.”
Jillian (Canada), Book Reviewer
Ugly and Real
“This book shines the light on cruel secrets, missed opportunities, and the ugly mess that seeps from the pores of a fractured maternal relationship.”
Nic Winter (United Kingdom), Author
Amazing!
“This book yanked at my heartstrings and slapped me right in the face with its blunt and harsh words. It’s clever, dark, and my kind of book.”
Devin (Canada), Book Reviewer
Wow!
“This book is a journey! It’s a generational tragedy, family drama, and coming-of-age story. A book that hooks you in, makes you a little comfortable, and leaves you thinking, ‘wtf just happened.’ I loved it!”
Amanda (Iowa), Book Reviewer
Diamond in the Rough
“The writing is beautiful, the story tragic, and the narrative unique. I happen to think this one’s a diamond in the rough.”
Shannon (Minnesota), Author
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Book Club Fun
This book is… a lot! There are many trigger warnings and so much drama, which makes it a perfect book for a book club discussion.