Motherhood, adoption, fertility issues, unplanned pregnancy, domestic abuse and sexual assault of a minor are tough subjects. They bring unwanted emotions and tears. These topics can be filled with love and fear. Zelly Ruskin has used her experience as a social worker to delicately weave these topics together in an amazing slow burn thriller that should not be missed.
Not Yours to Keep is told in alternating POV’s. We have Billie Campbell, an adoption specialist. Her heart is in her job, but she and her husband, Tyler are experiencing some tough infertility issues and loss of pregnancies as they make their way through their day to day lives. Tyler Campbell, Billie’s husband, is a very hard-working attorney who is trying to make junior partner. Tyler has his doubts about becoming a father and starting a family because of Billie’s health issues (and a few other reasons – no spoilers). Then, we have Anne. Anne has a connection to Tyler that builds as each chapter unfolds. Tyler is keeping secrets and Anne is becoming more and more of a loose cannon as the story progresses.
Secrets, a missing baby and the ache to love a child will have you turning pages nonstop to see how this debut novel finishes. Love, fear, happiness and anger all play a part in this wonderful intricately told story.
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