"A witty, charming and highly readable novel, laced with an exploration of those primal fears that stubbornly remain taboo among mothers."-- The Independent "A beautifully written, well-crafted page-turning novel."-- Glasgow Evening Times "An astonishingly powerful author who deserves the widest readership. . . . Literary excellence and finesse combined with a very accessible look at life."-- Sunday Express Fran has been happily married to Nick for...