It is not only a gripping suspense filled love story but it is about trust, sharing the truth with your spouse no matter how painful it is. A heartbreaking story when a devoted spouse bravely seeks to help her husband. Ultimately, she's confronted with the reality that her husband had kept a secret!
Gemma is married to Mason Brownlie; the eldest son Dwayne and his mother Rose (Mason's ex) are set on destroying their marriage. Rose is driven out of jealousy and Dwayne is driven by greed to get his inheritance.
When an opportunity presents itself, Mason and Gemma purchase a lifestyle property, resulting in an accident. Mason's character changes, becoming irritable with violent outbursts. One night Mason attempts to strangle Gemma, she courageously seeks help for him trying to do what she believes is right. Refusing to have him charged with attempted murder.
Gemma battles with her personal conflict of loyalty, commitment and love for Mason, her beliefs are a strong antagonist that she's unaware of. When Mason has a stroke and undergoes brain surgery, Mason's sons refuse any help.
Gemma struggles as he becomes aggressive and she lives in fear. Her love and commitment to her husband, marriage and personal beliefs won't allow her to give up. She's injured and Mason is assessed by the mental health unit. Everything spirals out of control as the doctor begins to read the diagnosis, his medical records disclosing the secret Mason had been keeping.
Gemma sat in shock; she knew there was nothing she could do. She began taking Mason to look around rest homes. With Gemma remembering their vows until death do we part, how can she make this important decision.
Mason is settled, happy, safe and cared for while Gemma accepts that God has a plan and trusts that he knows best for them. It ends well.
About the Author :
A New Zealand mother of two who loves the rural life, dancing, gardening, reading, writing and teaching. This book came about by having had a varied career with a lot of wonderful learning experiences from Healthcare, Real Estate, Secretarial, Retail and special education teaching. Over the years my voluntary work, and faith in God has equipped me with the gift of insight and empathy for those with disabilities and illness such as dementia, the love story ends well and I hope to not only entertain with a riveting story but simulate food for thought and compassion for others, as I continue to enjoy writing overlooking my beautiful garden. Let me know if you enjoyed the story. Email: authornewsletterljb@gmail.com
Review :
The reader can't help but be involved in Gemma's ups and downs, and a real sympathy is formed with the main character.
A poignant read, which clearly shows the traumas of caring for someone with dementia.
Jill Barnes
B.A.(French), Dip Tchg, Diploma in SLD (Module 3)
