Don't Call Me Mum

Lacey Taylor and Cora Maguire. One young and considerate, the other a cold business woman.

Lacey searched and found her birth mother Cora and yearns for a close relationship, while the celebrity dress designer believes in ambition and business first always. 

Will they come together when life takes an unexpected turn for Lacey and she needs the support of her mother? What if Cora fails her? 

Events push life in a direction that leaves the young woman without doubt what family really means. Can it be happily ever after? Is family more important than money? 

Heart-break, manipulation, love, death, but is there regret? Grab the box of tissues and discover who pays the highest price in this page turning novel.

"Domhnall O'Donoghue, Irish Actor and Author. 

Beautifully written, Bradford creates characters and situations that are real, nuanced and interesting. While the focus is on Lacey, her pregnancy, and her struggles to convince her birth mother to view her as a daughter rather than an employee, Don't Call Me Mum features a myriad of personalities, all of whom must go on their own personal journeys - notably her sister, Sally ('sister' being the operative word!). The conclusion is devastating and will linger in the reader's mind long after the book is finished. 

Bradford's writing is intelligent, delicate and commercial. I look forward to following her career

Sue Wallace: Wow. what a read absolutely fantastic read. I loved the story. even had me in tears. I really didn't like Cora at some parts of this book. such a powerful read. well deserved 5*. would give more if I could. Highly recommended.

InD'tale Magazine: Ms. Bradford has created a complex family saga, with Lacey Taylor at the heart of it all. Five gold stars for deep characters with authentic voices, excellent conflict, and unique premise 

mattie: “Don’t Call Me Mum,” by Mary T. Bradford is a true page turner."