First things first, this isn’t really a thriller, more a portrait of two women’s lives; Poppy, a middle aged successful mother of two teenagers, and Betty, her mother in law who relates her past through a series of letters. It’s an engaging read and the story of how a charming man almost destroys their lives acts as an excellent frame for their stories. It’s well written with interesting characters, though perhaps the men could be more defined. Jane Corey is a writer who gets better with every book.

What a lovely book and enjoyed if from start to finish. Two working hard parents, two daughters and a lovely mother in law. Their lives are turned upside down by a innocent evening out at a Christmas party. The story becomes entwined with past and present and culminates in a drama I did not seen unfolding which makes the book so good. The book is the story of two women, Poppy and her mother in law’s (Betty)stories and how they mix together. I don’t always like books which go from one story to another as sometimes they are muddled but this one was fab and blended together so well. I did not expect the last third of the book story wise but it added to how I enjoyed the story. I was so thrilled with the last couple of pages, well done Poppy for doing something so difficult

A fantastic read again from Jane Corry This story is told by two people Betty and her daughter in law Poppy When Poppy starts having problems at home Betty will do anything to protect her and when she has a fling with a former boyfriend event's start to spiral out of control as she finds herself being blackmailed Betty doesn't want her to have the life she had and does everything to protect her and when she finally reveals her past can the family finally come together again or will they be destroyed forever

I always get excited when I hear a new book by Jane Corry comes out. I made a mistake by Jane Corry is another excellent read by the author.
Poppy Page is married with two children and she owns the Poppy Page Extra company as she was an actress herself years ago. Her husband Stuart is a dentist. Their relationship has kind of distant lately. When she meets an old flame Matthew Gordon at a Christmas event. She has a few drinks and ends up sleeping with him. The next day she knows that she has made a big mistake and even so, when she finds out that he has taken a photo of her and starts blackmailing her and threatening her family.
The story also tells us of Betty Page’s Mother in law. How she met her husband Jock who was loving at first but came domineering. But later in life, did everything for her grandchildren and thought of Page as the daughter that she never had.
I really enjoyed I made a mistake by Jane Corry. This is a gripping story told in three points of view. What decision we make in life are not always the correct ones and there are always consequences to the decisions we make. 5 stars from me.

This is not really my kind of book but I have to admit that I found it hard to put down once I started to read it. Generally I prefer a linear flow of time and a single narrative. From a male perspective I found the male characters unengaging (maybe we are!). However the story-telling draws the reader in, and it was a good read even for me. I'm sure my wife would have enjoyed it even more!

I enjoyed this book, it was multi layered and faceted. It hit upon many topical issues domestic abuse and coercion, post natal depression.
The story starts with Poppy Page, she’s a career woman devoted to both that and her family. Her husband is a dentist. She bumps into her first love and has a one night stand with him which regrets.
I enjoyed this book. Was interesting in the life of relationships and parenting in the sixties.

I found it really interesting to read the different perspectives of Poppy and her Mother in law Betty. It was a gripping story and raised questions about whether women really are better off in this world where we think we can have it all.

There were lots of twists and turns which kept you guessing throughout this book and I thought it was a really good ending although I did not see it coming.

My thanks to NetGalley and Penguin Books (UK) for a copy of this novel in exchange for a review.

I just could not put this down. I read the first half in two sittings but then I just couldn't stop. I stayed awake till 1.30 am to finish it even though I had to get up at 7 for work. Just when you think you know what really happened there is another twist and then another.

It's one of those books that remind you of watching the Daleks in Dr Who when you are a child and you want to hide behind the settee but you still watch through your fingers. Please that can't be happening. I'm so scared but I need to carry on reading. He didn't really do THAT did he? What next? Can it get any worse?

Oh Poppy, you are an idiot. You should have talked to your husband before things got out of hand. He's a bit dull but he loves you and you love him and the children. The past is the past and needs to stay there.

And poor mum-in-law Betty. Such a strong yet tortured woman. Her story is probably the best part as many other readers have said. Someone commented that she behaves as if it's the 1950s rather than the 60s/70s. I disagree. Plenty of women were treated this way. I've known women whose husbands gave them 'housekeeping plus a little extra' and didn't know how much they earned or spent down the pub no doubt. Put up and shut up in exchange for a roof over their heads and a steady income coming in. Certainly women who would be over 70 now. They didn't work as it made their husbands look like they didn't earn enough to keep them. 

It's a brilliantly woven story that builds and builds and then some. Highly recommended reading.

Many thanks to NetGalley for my ARC in exchange for an honest review.

An anther absolutely amazing suspenseful story. Jane Corry is a genius. I read this so fast, devouring every word. Brilliant xx

Having been gripped by Jane Corry's previous novels, (especially Blood Sisters) I was keen to read her latest work.

It was engaging from the outset. The first chapter sets the scene at the station perfectly with vivid descriptions and I like the way this frames the book, since we return here at the end.

The book is written in a multi-narrative form, weaving together the story of Poppy Page and her mother-in-law Betty. When Poppy's acting career didn't take off, she started her own extras agency. She lives with her husband Stuart, daughters Melissa and Daisy and Betty. When Matthew Gordon, an old flame, re-appears in her life, she makes a mistake which she will later regret.

I really felt for Betty who was trapped in an abusive relationship with her husband Jock. The story of how she becomes involved in her friend Jane's life could be a novel in itself. Jane suffers from post natal depression and in helping her, Betty risks her own marriage.

Throughout the book, we are given snippets of a court case, which leave the reader guessing and the final chapters reveal the twist which links Betty and Poppy's stories.

'I made a mistake' left me needing to read 'just one more chapter.' Jane Corry has a talent for connecting the reader to her characters and I genuinely cared about Poppy and Betty.

I would highly recommend this read and thank #netgalley for the opportunity to read an advance copy.

Absolutely astoundingly great read. Thought provoking and exciting, a must read for lovers of psychological thrillers. You won’t be disappointed.

I have read all of Jane Corry’s books and she has become one of the authors whose books I would read without even looking at the blurb.
This was yet again another fantastic read which I loved from start to finish. I am eagerly awaiting her next book.

What a brilliant read. The ups and downs, the past and present. The insight into life in the 60’s for women and some male attitudes! Would thoroughly recommend this book.

Exciting and fast moving from the start. Throughout it kept you alert with so many intrigues and unexpected twists. The two main characters, Betty and Poppy, are very close with Betty having a real understanding what Poppy is experiencing. Betty relays her own life and the mistakes she has made to Poppy through a series of letters. The consequences of these mistakes are with her throughout her life. Betty sees very similar sequences of events playing out in Poppy’s.
Poppy made a mistake with Matthew an ex-boyfriend before she married Stuart. This renewed contact has dire consequences and the results play out so well. The courtroom scenes are well written with the outcome a complete surprise to me.
I loved it from start to finish and think it would be a really good discussion book for a book club.

Great book for thriller lovers! Keep you guessing and even when it all comes to light, the author still has a twist for you at the end!

I have thoroughly enjoyed this book published by Penguin. It was a very interesting, well-thought out story. There were layers of story and characters, but not too many to confuse. The characters were all very interesting and relateable and I enjoyed "meeting" them. They sounded a lovely family.
Deception was at the root of the story, and the Walter Scott quote "Oh what a tangled web we weave, when first we practise to deceive" springs to mind.
The locations were interesting and I particularly loved the caravan by the sea, although it did not feature heavily, it still sounded lovely.
I have afeeling that I have read other titles by this author and I will look forward to many more.

Rating 4 stars

I did enjoy this book. It really kept me hooked the way through, I loooooved the writing! At first I thought it was quite rambly but I started to appreciate it. I liked the storyline, though I guess I thought more was going to happen. But what I really liked about this book was the fact that it didn’t just end after everything was revealed, it also showed what happened after, and how the characters dealt with everything which I loved! Thrillers/dramas normally end too soon for me so I loved that this was different.

I really enjoyed this book. Poppy lives with her husband, 2 daughters and mother in law Betty. She feels she has a good life in general. Then Matthew Gordon comes back in to her life. Matthew was her first love and he still has the power to make her heart beat faster. When he makes it clear he wants to rekindle their passion, can she resist? Poppy soon discovers that Matthew has an ulterior motive, one which could destroy her family. The book also tells the story of Betty's life and marriage, and how one mistake changed her life forever. Thanks to NetGalley for a preview copy.
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Jane Corry is one of my favourite authors, having given all her previous books 5/5, I was excited to read this one.

However while I did still enjoy the book, I was disappointed.

I didn't like or connect with the character, Poppy. I found Poppy unrealistic and over dramatic. Betty’s chapter’s however were wonderful and I really enjoyed reading about her life.

After a slow start the book did improve and I enjoyed the ending.,

Jane Corry is very quickly becoming one of my favourite authors.

Her books are full of thrills and suspense and keep you gripped throughout , this one was no exception. The story follows Poppy and her family and is told from two perspectives one being Poppy and the other being her mother in law. The story shows how a whole series of mistakes can result in great tragedy.

This was a great book and kept me guessing throughout and I would most definitely recommend it.