Because of You

Because of You by Dawn French is a captivating book that was published by Penguin Books Ltd in 2021. This literary gem is the latest addition to French's impressive catalog, demonstrating her prowess in the genre. The story unravels in a way that only Dawn French can orchestrate, keeping readers on the edge of their seats while tugging at their heartstrings. Because of You is a testament to French's storytelling abilities, and a must-read for anyone seeking a memorable literary experience. Published by Penguin Books Ltd, this book is a shining example of their commitment to delivering quality literature to readers everywhere.

THE EAGERLY AWAITED, LIFE-AFFIRMING AND MOVING SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER FROM NUMBER-ONE BESTSELLING AUTHOR DAWN FRENCH

LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN''S PRIZE FOR FICTION

''I absolutely loved Because of You. Fantastic, passionate, compassionate, so much wisdom, a lot of humour, very real and credible'' BERNARDINE EVARISTO, Booker Prize-winning author of Girl, Woman, Other

''Gorgeous . . . wise and full of love'' MARIAN KEYES
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Tick-tock, tick-tock, tick-tock . . . midnight.

The old millennium turns into the new.

In the same hospital, two very different women give birth to two very similar daughters.

Hope leaves with a beautiful baby girl.

Anna leaves with empty arms.

Seventeen years later, the gods who keep watch over broken-hearted mothers wreak mighty revenge, and the truth starts rolling, terrible and deep, toward them all.

The power of mother-love will be tested to its limits.

Perhaps beyond . . .

Because of You is the remarkably poignant story perfect for every Dawn French fan, told with her signature humour, warmth and so much love.

''An extraordinary book - sad, heartening, gripping and reassuringly human'' JO BRAND

''Told with French''s unfailing wit and warmth, Because Of You is the tale of family bonds and the mother-daughter relationships that ultimately make us who we are'' Independent

''The final scenes are so perfectly executed they almost broke my heart. Because of You is a story to cherish'' Sunday Express

''French manages to pick your heart up with the nib of her pen and slowly pull it apart, heart-wrenchingly, page by page . . . A true writing talent'' My Weekly

''Dawn French is a wonderful writer'' Daily Mail

''Moving . . . French''s best yet'' Good Housekeeping

''Dawn tackles the big ones - love, death, grief, childhood, motherhood, parenthood - head on'' Guardian

''Beautifully observed'' The Times

READERS LOVE BECAUSE OF YOU:

''Dawn had me laughing, crying . . . I loved every word'' 5***** Reader Review

''Breathtakingly beautiful with one hell of an ending'' 5***** Reader Review

''Heart-breaking but so beautiful'' 5***** Reader Review

''Fantastic story, fantastic characters - I want to read it all over again'' 5***** Reader Review

''Have your tissues ready when you read this one'' 5***** Reader Review