Review: Love love love it!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 11 22, 2013
If I could give this book 10 Stars I would do! That is how much I loved it.The subject matter is, at times, a bit difficult to read. But stick with it, as it is worth it in the end.A lot of this story had personal ramifications for me in one way or another. That only helped to draw me further into the story, making it more than just a story.Alex is single, loving life and barely getting by when she discovers she is pregnant. Unsure what to do she confides in her best friend, Martha.Martha is happily married but unfortunately childless, having just finished her fifth try at IVF, which was again unsuccessful.Selfishly Martha almost pushes Alex into agreeing to allow her to adopt the baby, along with her husband Rob. Believing that Martha could give her child the best start in life, Alex reluctantly agrees.But it isn't as simple as that. Doubts start to creep into Alex' mind as Martha becomes increasingly pushy.The author tells the story from both Alex and Martha's POV's, allowing a rare insight into both sides of a surrogacy case. I loved this as we get to see how hard and emotional it is for all parties involved.There comes a point in the story where everything changes, I honestly didn't see it coming so it was a huge shock. The ramifications of this event turns everything on its head.I can honestly say had I known how this book would end up I probably would not have wanted to read it, but I am very glad I did read it. The author has produced an amazing piece of work which, although hard to read, flows really well throughout.Definitely not one for the faint hearted, and have your hankies ready for nearer the end, but a very worthwhile read if you can.