Another good book by Susan Lewis. Well written and a good story that could be very true to life. Enjoyed it

Another great Susan lewis book! This book read differently to previous Susan Lewis books but tackled so many difficult subjects sensitively and compassionately! How one person can cope with death of a husband, eldest son being coerced into gang culture, daughter being groomed, losing her house and running up debts to sleeping rough to name but a few! However this isn’t a tale of doom and gloom but one of kindness and compassion and friends and family pulling together in difficult and trying circumstances. Lovely to be back in kesterley with familiar names and characters, a great read!

My thanks to NetGalley and publisher HarperCollins UK for the ARC.
Oh My! It's extremely rare when reading a novel, for my eyes to well-up with tears. This one managed to elicit that reaction.
This story exemplifies the saying that "bad things can happen to good people".

Angie has 3 children and husband Steve is a hard-working and well-respected housing decorator. Her oldest, Liam, has 'gone off the rails' into a world of drugs, and to the extent that his activities are now affecting her youngest son, Steve goes to find him amid a sink-estate. He is murdered.

Angie Watts is a good person; she works with her sister supervising placements at a Church-run housing project for men who have hit rock-bottom but are determined to climb their way out of the gutter. She also volunteers at a local food bank, trying to mitigate her 'clients'' embarrassment of having to be there.
Since Steve's murder Angie tries to manage her reduced income - with devastating consequences.
Money is a problem and Angie's daughter tries to help, hoping to make money from You Tube appearances showcasing her acting ability - this leads to another dreadful consequence.

There is social comment regarding Universal Credit and difficulties experienced when benefits are delayed, but the story here is just how quickly fortunes can be changed. Angie will protect her family at all costs, alongside trying to find out what happened to Liam since his father's funeral. The irony of it all is that amidst all of Angie's own problems, she never once neglects her responsibilities for those she is helping.

Steve was always held in high regard by those who employed him and, once Angie's reduced circumstances are admitted to, those colleagues and friends are there to help.

This is an excellent, well-written story; emotional and heart-wrenching, as well as uplifting.

Thoroughly recommended.

Absolutely loved Home Truths, i am a big fan of Susan Lewis anyway but this one was fantastic. It was a great storyline which i am sure a lot of people can relate to when they end up in hard times. And as for the ending, it kept me smiling and very thoughtful.

This is a hard hitting, but well written novel. Despite the subject matter, I really enjoyed it, and shed a tear or two.

What a brilliant book. This book has a fantastic story line, excellent characters and is just wonderful. I would highly recommend this book to anyone and I enjoyed it immensely.

There’s nothing wrong with Home Truths I just struggled to get into the storyline as I found it quite upsetting. I had to put it down as it seemed realistic and reminded me of someone I know.

A fabulous domestic tale. I cried at parts of this book as it was so well written and beautifully told. A must read x

Another excellent book from Susan. This one covers very topical issues - drugs, homelessness, Universal Credit and debt. After her husband's death Angie hits rock bottom believing she has no way out until Martin Stone enters her life. He makes it possible for her to rebuild her life and family. Great story. Susan Lewis does it again !!