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After the Dust Settles
Paperback
Publisher: Gotham Books
Published: Nov 22 2024
Pages: 264
Weight: 0.79
Height: 0.55 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Despite years of abuse and isolation, Sadie finds the strength to defy her husband and take control of her destiny. Her love of her son, Gus, serves as a driving force behind her intricate plan of escape. As Sadie and Gus settle into a new peaceful life in the Midwest, miles from New York City, Savie gives into her need for comfort and affection, and finds herself pregnant again.
Sadie travels with Jack. who is still married to another woman. With Gus and a baby that belongs to Jack, their goal is to start a new life where no one knows them, or their circumstances. She has nightmares of Jack walking away from her and leaving her to care for her two children alone. Sadie knows, deep down in her heart, that Jack's love will only go as far as the responsibility that Sadie is carrying Jack's baby. Jack feels guilty. And she knows that as soon as that guilt wanes, Jack will find a reason to leave. After The Dust Settles is a compelling and thought provoking novel that explores themes of resilience, courage, and the enduring bond between a mother and her children.
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