Many writers draw inspiration form personal experiences those close to them have had. Many writers also play on their reader’s emotions. They write about things they know their readers can and will relate to. This is how they grab the reader’s attention.
Kathryn Barnett a Homeopath from Hampshire England is no acceptation. Kathryn uses real life knowledge as well as real events to create a beautifully written story that will defiantly pull at your heartstrings! Her debut novel Trust Me on This One Emily is receiving stellar reviews, which is awesome for a first time novelist!
About the book:
When Emily’s morning sickness is not eased through homeopathy, and desperate to finish writing her first novel before the birth of her child, she is persuaded by her husband Laurence to try thalidomide to ease her symptoms, blissfully unaware of the devastating effects on her unborn baby. Abandoned by Laurence, Emily flees with her baby to her parents' house on Regency Square, Brighton, where she is persuaded to follow her parents' ideas on alternative medicine. Gradually, she starts to believe that despite her son’s disability, he could still live a full life. Then, she befriends Sylvia and Chris, parents of a similarly affected daughter, and the long battle for compensation from Distillers begins.
Some reviews:
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 October 2019
Format: Paperback
I found this to be a moving book on an important topic. The author had clearly done a great deal of research and is passionate about this story. It's such a sad topic and yet the author's sensitivity means a great deal of hope shines through. The quotes at the top of each chapter are inspiring and overall, this is a book that will stay with me.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 28 January 2020
Format: Kindle Edition
A heart breaking, beautiful story backed on real life events. This book had me crying and smiling. Beautifully written-highly recommended 💖
Barnett has researched her topic thoroughly and woven a passionate and convincing story. Despite the tragic subject matter, the author keeps the thread of hope running deftly, from beginning to end. Well done Kathryn Barnett! Reviewer: Gail Gilbride Author of Under the African Sun
All in all, it looks as though Kathryn Barnett has a promising career as an author as well as her career in homeopathic medicine! I wish her all the best and look forward to what she comes up with next!
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