Diane Dunmore’s life takes on new meaning when she stumbles upon a thread that could lead her to discover the identity of her real mother. Haunted by the question of why her mother abandoned her, Diane has always yearned for answers. As if guided by destiny, the thread leads her to the very place where her mother spent her final years. Working as an assistant librarian at Clayton, a women’s prison, Diane begins a personal investigation into her mother’s past. With unwavering determination and strength of character, she uncovers secrets from the past that intertwine with the present, putting her own life at risk. More than 20 years after her mother’s mysterious death, Diane is resolute in her quest to unravel the truth. Was it murder or suicide? The question has remained unanswered for far too long. Throughout her perilous journey, Diane relies on her instincts and emotions to guide her. Despite her apparent self-confidence and strength, the young woman makes a costly mistake by placing her trust in someone undeserving. As she navigates a web of deceit and danger, Diane must confront the consequences of her choices while coming to terms with the truth about her mother’s life and untimely demise.
Born in Romania, Mihaela first started writing as a journalist whilst studying history and politics at University of Iasi. In 2016, she came to the United Kingdom as a diplomat and after finishing her five-year mandate, decided to remain in London and make it her second home. She loves to read mystery books and passionately listens to the life stories of the people that she meets during her activities. She believes that life is full of interesting characters and hidden stories. You just have to lend an ear and understand…