Things We Never Say

By SHEILA O'FLANAGAN

Published by Hachette New Zealand, $37.99 RRP, 25 June 2013

The fabulous story of a family's world turned upside-down when old secrets come to light, from Sheila O'Flanagan.

Abbey Andersen is the last person to go looking for change. Yes, it's tough that she barely sees her mother these days – but in San Francisco she has great friends, a steady relationship and a job she enjoys.

When Abbey is contacted by Irish lawyer Ryan Gilligan she learns in an instant everything she believed about her roots is a lie. She must travel to Dublin to find out more – but she's scarcely off the plane when she's plunged into a new crisis. One that will change everything not just for Abbey but for the family in Ireland who had no idea that she even existed.

Now Abbey has to make a choice that will affect everyone she knows. How can she be sure she makes the right one? And can life ever be quite the same again?

About the Author

Sheila O'Flanagan has always loved telling stories. After working in banking and finance for a number of years, she decided it was time to fulfil a dream and give writing her own book a go. She is now the author of more than fifteen bestselling titles, and lives in Dublin with her partner.

'Sheila has the knack of mixing light and frivolous with the tender and real.' – NZ Woman's Weekly, about her previous book, Better Together.