"handling of topic unparalleled ..."

Carollyne's handling of this topic is unparalleled in my experience. So often in fiction authors give us the build up and incident of incest without showing us the day-to-day survival of it, and the aftermath of telling. Gail's life can never be the same, and as she comes to the realisation of this fact, you show her pain and confusion with psychological accuracy and poignant realism.
Jeannine DeLine - Co-Author of 'The Long Black Veil'

"... excellent blend of action, dialogue and exposition."

This is an incredibly well written account of one of the most terrible experiences a young girl has to endure. Carollyne writes in an easy flowing style, with skill and no resource to melodrama or seeking sympathy. She has an excellent blend of action, dialogue and exposition. I particularly liked the interweaving of backstory, which she did seamlessly, without holding up the narrative.
​Sheila Belshaw, author of 'Pinpointt'

Broadhaven Children's Home
[referred to as 'Willowrey Children's Home]

"... very readable!"

An excellent novel, with a breezy style of writing, in short, very readable! I can see the novel being used by Women's Study departments at colleges and universities ... Joe Rosenblatt, award winning poet and recipient of the Governor General Award

"... emotional and riveting read"

It was an emotional and riveting read. I couldn't put the manuscript down!  Pearl Luke, award winning author of 'Burning Ground'.

​ I am in awe of Carollyne's writing style! She has the talent for grabbing hold of the reader's heart and hanging there for dear life!
Liz Hobin, writer

"This book is valuable ...

This is a brave and moving book. Carollyne tells her story with great honesty, helping us to understand something, at least, of the horror of sexual abuse and abandonment. This book is valuable because it is sure to help others in similar positions to recover from their hurt. Carollyne's writing is good, with clear narrative and authentic dialogue.
Gerry McCullough, Author of 'Belfast Girls'