A family drama and a physcological thriller at it's finest. How detailed, emotive and surprising this novel is, is a testament to the talented Sheila Norton. I was shocked by the twist and I still am trying to get my head around how someone could be so callous. I felt addicted to this story from the start to the end and I feel like I want to read it again because it is so good. The characters are likeable especially the children who are the innocents in the adults drama. The plot is unique and special because while it is fiction it could also sadly be true of someone's home life.

Thank you to Netgalley and Boldwood Books for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review. Six year old Daisy is finally getting used to her parents splitting up and having to live in two different homes. Her dad's new girlfriend has 2 daughters of her own and eventually Freya and Daisy become quite close. The same can not be said for Amelia and she does everything she can to make Daisy's life miserable. Her mom does not discipline her and just says Amelia is being difficult. As the story goes on, Daisy is more nervous about being around Amelia and ends up in the hospital with a broken arm. Did Ameilia really push her down the stairs? Once the twist is revealed, we see a whole new side of Amelia....was a good read....Enjoy!!!!

Excellent, really enjoyed it. There definitely seemed to be something off about the new woman her partner left her for and the twist is really good !!

I have read a few books from this author and always enjoyed them, this was no exception I thoroughly enjoyed it.

The storyline was great, also the characters were well described but I didn't like them all. I was involved straight away and found it a brilliant read from the beginning until the end.

What can I say about the ending, not what I was expecting but I felt everything was brought to a satisfactory conclusion.

Thank you to Netgalley and Boldwood Books for this great ARC which I have no hesitation in recommending.

A fantastic read. Whan Tasha's partner Craig announces that he is leaving her the day after her 40th birthday life becomes really difficult for her and their six year old daughter Daisy especially when she has to start relying on him and his new glamorous rich girlfriend Kirsty for child care.Daisy loves staying with them and gets on great with Kirsty's younger daughter but little accidents keep happening whenever the older one Amelia is around can Tasha ignore what's happening or is there something more serious going on and with her also having her own problems things are starting to have an impact on her. An emotional story about motherhood and the struggles faced trying to protect the ones you love the most and it's beautifully written with plenty of drama that will make it hard to put this book down

Another heartfelt psychological thriller by Sheila Norton. This is my 2nd book by this author and although a little slow at times, it picked up about midway through and there were a few twists at the end. Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this advance copy in exchange for my honest review.

Tasha's boyfriend and father of her daughter Craig told her a day after her birthday that he was leaving her for his boss Kirsty. Kirsty seems to have it all, but something seems off. Especially after Daisy, Tasha's daughter tells her that Kirsty's daughter Amelia was awful to her and tried to cause her harm. Tasha is in serious debt because of a gambling addiction but hasn't told anyone. She allows Kirsty to look after Daisy every day after school to save money. When things come to a head, you see that the shiny star isn't always what you think. I received an advanced reader copy of this book from NetGalley, and this is my honest review.

I didn't reread the book blurb before I started this book, so I went into it cold. When I got to the last 10% of the story, I still had no idea where it was going. That's a testament to the good writing. I really didn't know what was actually going on. Was this going to end up being a women's fiction book and mainly about the friendship and the individual journey of the main character? Was it going to end in lots of violence and with something truly awful happening to "poor little Daisy"?

The story has lots of things going for it. There is the divorce that is heartbreaking for Tasha, her addiction (unknown type of addiction through most of the book), her having to rely on her ex and his new woman for childcare, the strange and dangerous things that keep happening to her daughter, and the possibly violent child of the other woman. It really kept me flipping the pages in eagerness to try to figure it all out.

This was my first book by Sheila Norton, but I am now eager to go back and read some of her other works.

Thanks to Boldwood Books and NetGalley for the digital copy. All thoughts are my own.

This one kept me reading, with its twist and turns, while two families are navigating, the way life is now. I am kind of speechless of what to write, because the story unfolded so well, but there was mystery and intrigue, and the ending that was nothing I ever expected. It was amazing with so many emotions felt, and never sure what was going to happen next.
I received an ARC from Boldwood Books through NetGalley.

This was an emotional and heartfelt read that deals well with family break ups and trauma. I really enjoyed it and felt the characters were realistic and believable.

In the aftermath of a challenging breakup, Tasha navigates the complexities of single motherhood as her six-year-old daughter, Daisy, adjusts to a life divided between two households. Daisy spends time going between Tasha’s household and that of her father’s (Craig). Craig has a glamorous new partner, Kirsty and her daughters, Ameila and Freya. Things are not going well when Daisy is at her father’s house, as she is treated poorly by Amelia; often experiencing physical injuries. Tasha must depend on Craig and Kirsty to care for Daisy while she works, but she begins to fear for Daisy’s safety due to the bullying and “accidents.” This is a story that examines the challenges of blended families, divorce, and the impact on the children. Tasha’s journey illuminates the harsh realities faced by parents who must make difficult choices for their children’s welfare in order to provide for them. At times, the pacing seemed slow, nevertheless, the depth of the character development maintained my engagement. The revelation of secrets amid the family dynamics was surprising at the end. This is a gripping family thriller. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the advance review copy in exchange for my review.

Read and reviewed in exchange for a free copy from NetGalley. I have enjoyed previous books by this author, and 'My Daughter's Keeper' did not disappoint. I was invested in Tasha and Daisy's story throughout, and I felt that Norton dealt with the issue of gambling addiction subtly and sensitively, creating real compassion for Tasha. Although the title doesn't seem to really relate to the content of the book, this was a minor niggle. Ultimately, this was an engaging family drama, with unpredictable twists. Although not all likeable, the characters were believable and interesting, and I enjoyed seeing their relationships develop throughout the book.

I truly enjoyed this story!
It has suspense, sadness, and a lot of psychological turmoil!
Daisy's mom and dad split and her dad moves in with another family. This new family appears to have everything and Daisy would like to have it too!
How does six year old Daisy cope?
She is now splitting her time in a new, beautiful home with her newest family.
This is creating some anxiety, insecurities and fear.
Why?
There are many twists and turns within the pages of this wonderful book and I was absorbed, especially as we discover the reason for the fears of Daisy.

It is a good summer read and one that will surely have you turning the pages!
Thank you to @NetGalley and to @Boldwood Books for this ARC and allowing me to provide my own review.

Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for providing this book, with my honest review below.

My Daughter’s Keeper is a what I would call a domestic mystery, exploring children’s struggles and the roles their parents play as their protectors and as individuals. Daisy is a little kid processing her parent’s divorce as she spends time with her dad, Craig, at the home of his new partner Kristy and her daughters. Daisy makes fast friends with Freya, one of the daughters, but she reveals to her mother, Tasha, that older daughter Amelia is a bully who may be trying to hurt Daisy. Between Daisy adjusting to new environments and schedules with her step family and a new school, and reports that she’s not speaking, this little girl is going through a lot and by extension Tasha wants to try to help her as much as possible, especially with putting the kibosh on Amelia’s antics. Through this, Tasha has her own struggles both with money and her conflicting feelings about Kristy and realizations about Craig.

The majority of this book is really well done, teasing the mysteries of why Tasha is struggling so much with money and what Amelia is up to while also addressing the very real life emotions that come with family changes post divorce, new partners, and the heartbreak of watching your child struggle and not knowing what’s best to do (or being able to do it). The last part, however, introduced a jarring twist that wasn’t needed and felt rushed and not befitting the larger story. Besides that, the book has plenty of heart and the balance of drama and mystery that was well done.

I received a free copy of, My Daughter's Keeper, by Sheila Norton, from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Tasha has divorced her cheating husband Craig. Their daughter Daisy shuffles between both houses, Craig's mistress also has children, but they take after there mother. When Daisy says she is being hurt , Tasha does not know what to do. All the adults in this book are horrible people, this was such a depressing read.

I really enjoyed this "edge of your seat" read. Very tense at times and extremely suspenseful. It was a great story and I really loved it. My thanks to netgalley and the publisher's for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review.

I enjoy all of Sheila's books and this was no exception. I like the family dynamics that she often writes about and her characters are real and investable. This one was very readable and the tension was built throughout the story. The only thing I didn't particularly like is it felt quite repetitive at times and felt almost like that was to pad the story out for a couple more chapters. Other than that another cracking read.

Thank you for the advance copy and I cannot wait until the next one.

My Daughter's Keeper was a quick read that gave you a sense of "something just isn't right" throughout the book.

You are essentially reading about a mother who is trying to keep her life together and do what's best for her daughter after her long term boyfriend leaves her. When she has to start working more, she has to rely on her ex and his new family for childcare and while it starts off fine, things start to take a turn after awhile. Daisy is experiencing bullying and "accidents" from the older child in the new home. Tasha has to decide whether to keep sending her daughter to the "big house" with her new family or keep her safe at home but not be able to work and take care of finances.

You get a glimpse into what it is like to be a parent. Having to weigh your options and accept the fact that sometimes, there just really isn't a good choice. You sometimes have to do what you have to do and just go with the lesser of two evils. That doesn't mean it's easy though and as a parent, that guilt can weigh heavily. There are some thriller-esque vibes throughout the book and there were some hints dropped early on that led me to figure things out fairly quickly but that didn't change my enjoyment of the book!

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

An emotional story of relationship break-ups and their consequences. Child bullying with malicious intentions, child unhappiness, and addiction. So well written , the reader feels helpless, just having to wait to see the outcome. excellent reading.

"My Daughters Keeper" is a book about Tasha, her long term boyfriend Craig and their daughter Daisy. The morning after her 40th birthday Craig tells her that he's leaving her, not for a younger model but for his wealthy boss, Kirsty. Tasha navigates the whole process with dignity and does everything so that her daughter can have the best life. But what secret is Tasha hiding? And what is really going on in Kirstys big house? I can tell you one thing, you will not figure it out until the near end of the book. It's written with such suspense that it keeps you hanging on and it has me reading long into the night! Highly recommend!