About the Author

Nikola Scott started her career in book publishing before she became a writer herself a decade later. Her acclaimed debut novel, My Mother's Shadow, was translated into over a dozen languages and became a long-running bestseller in Norway. Her other novels, Summer of Secrets and The Orchard Girls, were also published widely around the world. Nikola lives in Frankfurt with her husband and two sons.

Reviews

PRAISE FOR THE LIFE I STOLE:

Nikola's best yet: 1950s London, a female doctor, family mystery, identity theft. I was immediately drawn into the story, rooting for the characters all the way to the end. Atmospheric and compelling. I loved it!
*Lorna Cook*

A fascinating novel packed with intrigue, heart and emotion. The author brought the realities and attitudes of post-war London to life through a complex and delightful character for whom I was rooting all the way. As with all her novels, Scott's historical detail from extensive research shines through on every page, transporting her reader through time and place. Most importantly, this is a story of innocent lives destroyed by harsh, prejudiced social norms, the power of love, and forgiveness. I loved it!
*Louise Fein*

This beautiful story stole my heart. A compelling read for anyone who loves great stories, love and romance, mysteries and secrets, the early years of the NHS and women in medicine. I tore through it!
*Lizzie Page*

Praise for NIKOLA SCOTT:

'A clever, wonderful, expertly woven story. I enjoyed every second of it!'
*Lorna Cook, author of THE GIRL FROM THE ISLAND*

'Full of intrigue, fascinating historical detail and brilliant characterisation, I had no idea what was coming next . . . Truly fabulous!'
*Louise Fein, author of PEOPLE LIKE US*

'Beautifully twisty . . . Like unwrapping a pass-the-parcel with a wonderful gift at its heart'
*Lizzie Page, author of WHEN I WAS YOURS*

'An atmospheric and gripping read'
*My Weekly*

'A well-written, intriguing read full of family secrets... Brilliant'
*Fabulous*

'Characters you won't forget'
*Sunday Express*

'Wonderful characters and a very moving storyline'
*The Sun*