Pärast õnnetust

by Emma Davies, Piret Baumann (Translator)

Ta aitas sul sellest üle saada...
Kuni sa teada said, mida ta teinud on.

Louisa Adams on andnud endast parima, et tulla eluga toime aastatel pärast autoõnnetust, milles ta abikaasa kaotas. Kuid iga hommik, mil ta ärkab ja näeb mehe külma voodipoolt, tunneb ta varasemast sügavamat valu. Lisaks ei teeni ta ajakirjanikutööga enda elatamiseks piisavalt raha. Ta peab end kaotajaks tunnistama ja kolima lagunevasse mereäärsesse hotelli, mille ta tütar hiljuti ostnud on. Vahest aitab just see purunenud pere jälle kokku liita...

Uues kodus pakutakse Louisale viimast võimalust karjäär päästa. Ta peab kirjutama artikli kohalikust liivakunstnikust Isaacist. Kuid kui ta pika, nägusa ja karmikoelise Isaaciga kohtub, tundub mees talle ebamugavalt tuttav. Miks tekib Louisal tunne, et kui mees sügavale tema silmadesse vaatab, siis teab ta täpselt, kes Louisa on ja mida ta on pidanud läbi elama?

Koos karmi mereranda uudistades – naerdes ja lustides, nagu ta ei uskunud enam võimalik olevat – tekib Louisal huvi selle mehe vastu, kes joonistab rannale kauneid mandalaid. Kuid sügaval südames tunneb ta, et mees varjab midagi. Söekritseldus mehe visandiplokis viitab, et mees on seotud Louisa abikaasa surmaga, ja see kinnitab Louisa kõige sügavamat hirmu. Kas Louisa on valmis selleks, mida mehel öelda on, ja kas Isaaci lähemale lubamine haavab Louisa vaevu paranema hakanud peret ja südant?

Südantlõhestav, põnev ja unustamatu peredraama, mille tahaks ühe hingetõmbega läbi lugeda.

272 pages, Paperback

Published September 1, 2022

About the author

Emma Davies once applied for her dream job in the following manner;

'I am a bestselling novelist currently masquerading as a thirty something mother of three.' Well she's now a forty something mother of three, and is working on the rest.

By day she's a finance manager and looks at numbers a lot of the time, but by night she gets to use actual words and practices putting them together into sentences. Her twitter bio says she loves her family, her job, reading, writing, singing loudly in the car, and Pringles, so that must be true then.

Wave to her on twitter @Emdavies68

Letting in Light is her debut novel, and she is currently working on her second.

Reviews

[Robin Loves Reading · Rating 5 out of 5]

Louisa Adams has lost her husband. They had been married for almost three decades and she was quite happy with her life. However, she has since discovered that he was financially irresponsible and she barely has two pennies to rub together. Her daughter Leah and her husband Robin have purchased a hotel and it is under major renovation. Louisa has but no choice to accept their invitation to move into the hotel.

A journalist by trade, Louisa knows she must get back to work and begin to establish herself again. Her grieving has been so severe that she has not worked in some time. Jobs are scarce for her right now and she feels she must accept an assignment given to her by her editor. There is a local sand artist named Isaac whom she has to get to know and interview for an article. This is not the hard-hitting writing she has spent a career building, but she reluctantly takes on the job.

When she finally locates Isaac, she is completely undone by the fact that the tall, handsome stranger is wearing the very shirt she has kept from her husband. Beyond that, the two have an immediate connection, and this is utterly disturbing to Louisa. Unsure that she can handle working around Isaac, getting to know him, and the beautiful coastline and all that it has to offer, Louisa tries to walk away. Yet, she is drawn to the enigmatic Isaac. As she spends time with him this leads to an even further disturbing discovery. Will this be the complete undoing of Louisa, as well as her family?

What a touching story by Emma Davies! The story is very well told, written with beauty when it comes to the characters, the scenery and the story itself. I love the subjects that this book touches on, especially when it comes to grief and loss, but also when it comes to moving ahead in life. Not only did I enjoy what was going on with Louisa, Leah and Robin's story was also quite emotional. I have enjoyed every book written by this excellent author so far and this exceptional story will be with me for years to come.

Many thanks to Bookouture and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.

[Shelleen Toland · Rating 4 out of 5]

Louisa Adams lost her husband in a car accident. She is struggling both emotionally and financially so she moves into a seaside guest house that her daughter just bought.
There, Louisa is offered a final chance to save her career by writing an article on a local sand artist, Isaac. Except, when he turns to greet her – tall, handsome and weather-worn – something about him feels disturbingly familiar.
As they explore the rugged coastline’s hidden coves together – living and laughing like she never thought she would again – Louisa is fascinated by this man who creates beautiful sculptures on the shoreline. She feels he is keeping a secret from her and then she finds an ink scribble that he did that links him to the death of her husband.
This is a very heartbreaking story but told so well that you just keep reading and can't put the book down.
Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for the book to review.

[Bookworm86 · Rating 5 out of 5]

BLOG TOUR REVIEW

Review for 'After The Crash' by Emma Davies.

Read and reviewed via NetGalley for Bookouture publishers and Bookouture anonymous

Publication date 16th March 2021.

This is the fourth book I have read by this author. I have previously read 'A Year At Appleyard Farm', 'The Little Island Secret' and 'My Husband's Lie' which I would also highly recommend!!

I was originally drawn to this book by its beautiful eye catching cover and its intriguing synopsis. I have also previously read 'A Year At Appleyard Farm' written by Emma and LOVED it so I'm hoping this will be just as good. The synopsis stated this book is perfect for fans of Jodi Picoult and Kerry Fisher. I am a huge fan of both so am interested to see if it will live up to this statement. I must admit I was also biased due to the publisher being Bookouture. I have yet to read a book published by Bookouture that I haven't enjoyed. Hopefully this won't be the first... Watch this space! (Written before I started reading the book).

This novel consists of 25 chapters. The chapters are medium to long in length so possible to read 'just one more chapter' before bed...OK, I know yeah right, but still just in case!

This book is based in Devon, UK 🇬🇧. The bonus for me of books that are partly or fully based in the UK is that I live in the UK and have sometimes visited places mentioned in the book which makes it easier to picture. I have actually visited and stayed in Devon so am looking forward to seeing if I recognise any places mentioned in the book.

This book is written in first person perspective with the protagonist being Louisa Adams. The benefits of books written in first person perspective are as long as they are well written it makes you feel that you are being spoken to by the protagonist and it can create more of a bond between yourselves and them.

Another huge success by Emma Davies!!! This book is beautifully written and filled with vivid descriptions to the point where I can hear the sea crashing and smell the beach while curled up on the sofa reading. The cover and synopsis suit the storyline perfectly.

The storyline is just beautiful and had me completely absorbed throughout. It is filled with loss, hope, grief, love, secrets and is just a beautifully realistic story that will stay with me for a long time. The settings were perfect for the storyline and it really felt like Louisa was talking directly to me throughout. I believe it will really make the reader re-evaluate life, hope and loss, it really is a very easy to read book filled with meaning. I loved some of the quotes from the characters especially Isaac and one of the ones that will stick with me is "Sometimes when you have nothing you have to look for the smallest things to give you hope".

I absolutely adored all the characters who each had their own unique and strong personality. When I began I wasn't so sure how I was going to get on with Louisa and her attitude on several occasions really annoyed me, I felt that she was acted quite childish on occasions, but she definitely redeemed herself as a strong willed mum and woman. Isaac is most definitely an intriguing and mysterious character and I felt really drawn to him. Robin and Leah make a great couple and you can really feel the love with them. You can tell that Leah is Louisa's daughter throughout with how stubborn she can be. I adored Francis and would love to meet each of these characters again in another novel (hint, hint Emma).

This would make an absolutely fantastic movie and I would love to see that happen.

Overall a beautiful, addictive and heartwarming book that will stay with you for a long time.

Genres covered in this novel include Literary Fiction and Family Drama amongst others.

I would recommend this book to the fans of the above as well as fans .

277 pages.

This book is just £1.99 to purchase on kindle via Amazon which I think is an absolute bargain for this book!!!

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[LianaReads blog · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars

After the crash was an unexpected and emotional experience.
I’m a strong believer of second chance romance whether it’s about the same person or just second chance at love with someone new.
I enjoyed this story of redemption and finding oneself again for both main characters even if I didn’t agree with his way of doing things at the beginning.
A story about lost love, friendships, family and finding a new love in the most unexpected place and moments in ones life. There’s always a two sided story in every event and I loved how the author has given us both points of view in the end.
Great woman fiction story with a big side of romance.

[Nila (digitalcreativepages) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a sweet tale of the aftermath of losing a husband and finding oneself bereft of financial security, thanks to the lousy decisions taken by the said husband. Louisa couldn’t question him now but had to go back to work. Luckily her daughter pulled through, and she had a place to stay.

A call from her editor to write an interesting piece saw her set on the course of meeting Isaac, a local sand artist. And there was a connection between them, more than what Louisa could bear to hear.

Emma Davies is a wonderful author, with her prose seeped in emotions. Louisa’s grief was handled sensitively. I liked how she slowly found her legs to stand up in life and second chance to find happiness, but that came with its own peril.

The descriptions of Devon were vivid. I could imagine myself standing on the cove and seeing the sketches on the sand. Secrets slowly were washed away by the waves, and all Louisa had to do was find her courage.

The beginning was quite slow, and Louisa was a bit grating in the way she kept running away. But slowly down the pages she stabilized and became the loving character that Emma normally etched in her books.

The story had her daughter and son-in-law too in equal parts. Their relationship too made a good subplot. It was nice to see them coming together to form a cohesive family, bound by love. The most intriguing character was Issac who lived as free as the waves and wind on the tiny cove. His dailogues had a beautiful depth to them.

I just finished the book, and I would say the book was worth the time and emotions spent.

[Els · Rating 4 out of 5]

When someone close to you is suddenly ripped out of your life, it's only natural it seems like the world has stopped existing. You need time to recover from this and you resent the person responsible for you r loss. 

During a certain period of time, you keep thinking about the life you cannot live anymore and you are forced to find another path. The only problem is that you don't see any new opportunities anymore and you are stuck in your grieve.

On the one hand I don't know if it"s a good idea when someone tells you you should not think about the things you have lost but to be grateful for the things you have had. On the other hand, some people do need a wake up call in order to make them realise they are stuck. I think this would be easier to accept when it comes from someone you know than from a total stranger.

Often people believe what they want to believe and forget there is always the other side of the coin though...

This is a beautiful story about love and loss, about family and second chances with someone you would never have considered this. 4 stars

Thank you

[Jo · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read a few books by this author and all have been good. This one lived up to expectations too. We follow Louisa after the death of her husband in a car accident as she moves to the coast to be with her daughter to try and rebuild her life. She meets a character called Isaac who turns out to have a major impact on her life - but I don't want to give anything away. Isaac makes sand pictures on a deserted beach. Last time we went to Pembrokeshire we met Marc Treanor who did the same thing - and I thought of him as i read the book (Marc sadly died last year whilst out swimming in the sea) This book is full of emotion and the characters are well written and draw you in. Wonder what happens next to Louisa and Isaac??

[Linda Leone · Rating 3 out of 5]

A family drama centering around Louisa, who has lost her husband in an accident and is now living with her daughter. On the way to working through her grief and deciding what to do next with her life, Louisa meets Isaac on the beach. Isaac is also a little lost and broken. They form a tentative friendship that will be tested along the way.
A story of love, family, grief and hope.

Thanks to netgalley and Bookouture for the arc

[Katelyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. After the Crash follows Louisa and her daughter in the aftermath of losing her husband in a car crash. Louisa moves in with her daughter bat the hotel she is renovating when she runs out of money after the death of her husband. This is a story of grief, family, relationships and second chances. While there was not a plot twist, it was a book that kept my attention. It shows how people band together and how life after tragedy continues.
Pub Date: March 16, 2021

[Kimberley H · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a stunning story that I hated to see it end. A story of loss and healing with beautiful and thought provoking prose. There are a few surprises and I loved that it makes you consider the other person involved in an unfortunate event. Too often people do not, and are quick to judge and even hate. I’ve often looked at the other side myself and had empathy for both. This story is an excellent example. It will stay with me in its message of hope and healing for the future.

[Nanette · Rating 2 out of 5]

Absolutely put downable

Very disappointed after all the five star reviews. Absolutely ridiculous plot line. Slow to start. Begins to pick up. Then a ‘predictable twist’ that is just too convenient. The main character has no empathy or moral fiber. Don’t waste your time.

[Marlene · Rating 2 out of 5]

I am conflicted about this story. The beginning was a bit slow, and I found it difficult to get into to. The story picked up a bit but then it seemed to get bogged down and it became obvious pretty quickly who Isaac really was as well as the conflicts to come.

[Lori Jurek · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was rather indifferent about this story while reading it. The details fell flat - for both the characters and setting. Interesting enough to stick with it, however, I found the ending to be full of gaps that left me feeling dissatisfied overall.

[Teresa · Rating 1 out of 5]

Sorry but this book was boring and predictable. I didn't learn anything from it.

[LouiseTisdale · Rating 5 out of 5]

I listened to this book ( Audible free trial) - journey to and from work. Again excellent character building and an unexpected twist

[theliterateleprechaun · Rating 4 out of 5]

Emma Davies’s unforgettable family drama, “After The Crash,” will challenge you to examine both sides of an issue before passing judgement.

Louisa Adams lost her husband, William, 18 months ago in a tragic car accident. Unable to dig herself out of grief, she agrees to move into the seaside hotel her daughter and son-in-law have just bought. The plan was to involve her in the renovations to keep her mind occupied and in doing so, help put their broken family back together.

Grasping at straws to keep her journalism career, Louisa agrees to write a feature piece on a local sand artist, Isaac. It’s not the kind of article she wants to write, but agrees, thinking it’ll be a perfect stepping stone back into her career. Louisa is drawn in by the way Isaac celebrates the little things in life. She finds herself exploring the coastline with him and ‘building bridges’ between how he thinks and what she believes in an attempt to maintain their friendship. He challenges her like nobody has ever done.

As the deadline approaches for her article, Louisa uncovers a piece of evidence linking him to her husband’s death. How she deals with it is paramount as it has the potential to undo everything she’s worked to overcome, to ruin a friendship, and to rip apart her grieving family.

I loved Isaac’s character; a misunderstood and lonely soul. He shared so much with Lousia in an attempt to free her from her grief. The teacher in me identified with the teacher in him as he explained the golden ratio to Louisa using whelk shells as a reference.

Davies’s novel gives readers a chance to re-examine the concept of hope. Julia admits that she’d let grief and the pall of doom become the biggest barrier to anything changing in her life. She admits to having made no effort to change nor to live in spite of the changes in her life. She agrees to not give up on life because of the changes and the lack of choice left in her life. It’s this small window where Isaac knows he can make a difference; the little opening she’s left for hope to reside. I love his encouraging words, “nothing lasts forever, Louisa, but we don’t have to mourn something just because it’s gone. Instead, we can choose to celebrate that it was here at all.” In teaching her through his lines in the sand, he reminds her that “just because something of beauty can no longer be seen, it doesn’t mean that it no longer exists.” Just as the sea claims his beautiful art, it doesn’t mean that the image has been erased from his mind. Midst this pandemic, we could all do with a gentle reminder to make room for hope. Otherwise, it will always stay hidden.

Published March 16, 2021

Thank you to Emma Davies, Bookouture, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this advance copy in exchange for my honest review.

[Heidi Lynn’s BookReviews · Rating 5 out of 5]

First, I want to thank Emma Davies, Bookouture and NetGalley for providing me with this book so I may bring you this review.

After The Crash is one of my ultimate favorite books that Emma Davies has written. It is emotionally intense that at times you are gripping the sides of your comfy chair. Then again she will also pull at your heartstrings too. Emma is good like that though! This is one powerful book that needs to be put on your must read list.

Emma wrote a truly beautiful story sharing some great insight and words of wisdom.

My heart broke for Louisa as I learned she lost her husband to a drunk driver. I too know all too well that pain as I lost my Uncle that way. You never truly get over the loss. I felt her anger that she felt with the guy that killed her husband. For years I felt the same way.

Emma chose such breathtaking picturesque scenery for After The Crash. Not only the scenery but the cute little shops that the town had. She showed us with her detailed words how magnificent this place really was. With the year I just had it was nice to escape to paradise for a few hours.

After The Crash was very much about family, loss, grieving, forgiveness, and finding yourself. It also touches on subjects such as drunk driving, abortion, and seizures.

This book is filled with emotional roller coasters, secrets, hard truths, revelations, realizations, and shocking moments.

I am a huge fan of tv reality shows where they renovate houses. So, I loved how Leah and Robin were renovating a hotel. Emma focused on all the work and the stress it can cause on a couple.

My heart was pounding fast at the climax of the book! I didn’t see this event happen and was praying everything came out ok.

[Caroline|Page~Turners · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow, this was such an amazing, gripping, emotional and heartbreaking read. I absolutely loved this story by Emma Davies.

Louisa Adams is doing everything she possibly can to keep her life together and keep herself from falling apart. The years following the fatal car crash that took the life of her husband have been the hardest she’s ever had to endure. But as a writer she isn’t able to make ends meet and so she decides to move into the seaside guest house that her daughter and son-in-law just bought. With the hopes of putting her family and her life back together. Will she be able to move past the final stage of her grieving and build the life she’s always wanted? As a freelance writer, the newspaper asks her if she would write a news article about a local sand artist, Isaac. She accepts the offer and when she meets Isaac, the artist there is a familiarity about him, but she can’t seem to place what it is. As she gets to know him, she can’t help but feel as if he has secrets he is hiding. And then comes the day when everything comes out in the open, and then the real healing begins.

The vivid description of the location whisked you away. You feel as if you are actually in Devon, UK, standing on the seashore allowing the water to flow over your feet. I absolutely loved this story of hopes and dreams, forgiveness and love after moving on from devastation. Emma Davies shows how true forgiveness is so important in repairing your heart. Thank you Emma Davies for such a fantastic story.

[Joanna Lambert · Rating 4 out of 5]

Widowed Louisa joins her daughter Leah and son in law Robin at a coastal hotel they have purchased with a view to renovating. Louisa is still mourning the lost of husband William. His death in an RTA has left her having to sell the family home. She is now hoping to purchase a house nearer to her daughter. Her whole life has been turned upside down and she now finds herself having to earn her own money. Her editor Barbara has provided a pitch for her. There is a local sand artist and Barbara has suggested she write an article about him. But meeting Isaac, a very private man, she realises this is going to be more difficult than she first thought.
It took me a little time to get into this story. Written from Louisa’s viewpoint, I felt at first there were a lot of her inner thoughts coming through and very little in the way of anything happening. However, I persevered and ended up really enjoying the story. There is friction between daughter Leah and her husband as they embark on this huge project of bringing an old, tired hotel back to life. Louisa wastes no time in making friends with the locals and eventually befriends Isaac. But just as she is beginning to find friendship with this very private man, and gather information for her magazine article, something totally unforeseen happens.

This a story of family and second chances but also one of reconciliation and forgiveness.

[Lyndi (mibookobsession) · Rating 4 out of 5]

After Louisa lost her husband in a tragic car accident, she tries to make ends meet by working as a freelance journalist and falling father behind. Finally she decides to move in with daughter Leah and son-in-law Robin at the guest house they're renovating. Feeling guilty for adding even more stress and friction to their stressful situation, she takes on a new assignment to find the artist of beautiful beach sand art and write a feature article about him. Isaac is a warm and friendly man, but very private and reclusive. Realizing he won't want an article published about him, she decides to gather information without his knowing. But the closer they become, the more she puts of the assignment. Until a shocking truth comes out. Can she ever forgive Isaac for his past?
The setting of this small beach community and the beautiful but dangerous private beach is just wonderfully described. Even though by the book description you know Isaac will turn out to be the "bad guy", you can't help falling in love with his character. I was so glad things turned out the way they did in the end. This is such a beautiful story of family and forgiveness.
I received a complimentary copy of this book through NetGalley. The views and opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

[Marla · Rating 5 out of 5]

A book you didn’t know you needed to read until you’ve put it down after the last page with tears in your eyes and a bit more hope in your heart. A story involving two people who each must come to terms with a loss and must find hope to overcome their grief. Louisa, a freelance writer, moves to a little seaside town to live with her daughter and son in law after losing her husband in a car accident. She is grieving the life she had and needs to regroup and figure out what she wants to do with her life. She meets some interesting people there and is asked to write an article about an artist on the island. When she finally meets the man she is stunned. There is something about him that draws her to him that she can’t explain. She gets to know him better and feels that he has secrets he is keeping. But what are they? Will he tell her or will she have to find out herself. I absolutely loved the story and the beautifully described seaside setting. It was touching and really made me think about what forgiving and letting go does for us and others.

[J_McA 251 · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was an honest portrayal of how grief can both numb and blind the people affected by a tragedy. I thought that the author did a really good job of setting the scene. I thought the creation of the characters was also well-done. Although I could not relate to Louisa on a personal level (thankful for that), I most definitely related on a professional level. That, I think, made me more sympathetic to her personal struggles, because I came from a place of at least partial understanding. While I liked just about everything in the book, especially the concept of art and the thought of the beach as a canvas, I did think that a few revelations seemed forced. But major props for one of the most thrilling, page-turning climaxes that wasn’t in a crime/suspense/thriller book. Sometimes, family drama has a more subtle turning point. Not the case here. You have to hang on for this one! For a full review, please visit Fireflies and Free Kicks. Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for a digital ARC of the book.

[Marnie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Emma Davies has done it again and completely blown me away with this book. I am still thinking about about it long after having finished reading it, which is always the case when I read anything by this extremely talented author.

There are not many authors that can get me to read anything other than my beloved psychological thrillers, but Emma Davies is one of these authors. Since being exposed to her work last year, each book I have read from her is just another to add to my favourites and After the Crash is no exception.

Be prepared to be completely gripped and unable to tear yourself away from this one and have the tissues handy. I was up for a good cry and Emma Davies gave this to me. I was so invested in the story and its lead Louise, that it made me feel like I was also part of it experiencing it all with her.

After the Crash, is an emotionally charged read that has been beautifully written and will pull on your heartstrings. It definitely had me under its spell from start to finish. Another wonderful read from Emma Davies which I can’t recommend highly enough.

[Nicola “Shortbookthyme” · Rating 4 out of 5]

“Sometimes when you have nothing you have to look for the smallest things to give you hope”

As I started reading, I wasn’t quite sure how I was going to like this book. It took me a bit to get into the story and I’m so glad I kept on reading....
I found After the Crash a very emotional and intriguing story about, Louise. Her husband dies tragically in a car accident and this her story about overcoming her loss and sadness.
Even as months go by, she cannot get past her grief. Due to financial issues she moves in with her daughter and son in law. While there she meets Isaac who understands grief all to well. Their journey to find peace is heartwarming.
Second chances and family are prominent throughout the story with forgiveness being the key to happiness.
Many thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and author for the opportunity to read this book for my honest opinion. All opinions expressed are my own.

[Hayley Fletcher · Rating 4 out of 5]

A beautifully written, eloquent story of self-development and forgiveness. Louisa is heartbroken after the loss of her husband in a horrific car accident. She then moves in with her daughter and son-in law while she gets back on her feet. New people enter her life from the little seaside village, including a mysterious man called Isaac. Louisa aims to write an article on this secretive artist, but grapples with right and wrong as a friendship with him develops. The descriptions of the seaside setting in the book are so beautifully detailed and lyrical I lost myself in the story, so much so that I could almost smell the sea air. Throughout the book, I often questioned what my own actions would be if I was faced with such a tragic life event. However, the developing story made me challenge my own thinking, which shows how powerful the book is in places. I made a thought provoking and emotional journey throughout the book, alongside the characters.

[Diana Brown · Rating 3 out of 5]

Louisa is offered a final chance to save her career by writing an article on a local sand artist, Isaac. Except, when he turns to greet her – tall, handsome and weather-worn – something about him feels disturbingly familiar. Why, when he looks into her eyes, does she feel like he knows exactly who she is and everything she’s been through?

As they explore the rugged coastline’s hidden coves together – living and laughing like she never thought she would again – Louisa is fascinated by this man who creates beautiful sculptures on the shoreline, but deep down she knows he’s keeping a secret from her. The discovery of a charcoal scribble in one of his sketchbooks linking him to the death of her husband, confirms her deepest fear. Is she ready for what he will tell her, and will letting him in tear her family and her heart apart all over again?

[Michele · Rating 3 out of 5]

After the Crash tells the story of Louisa as she does her best to move forward with her life after the accident causing her husband's death. Grief is a process and learning that she can't do it on her own, Louisa moves to a seaside town to live with her daughter and son-in-law in the crumbling hotel they have bought. Not long after she arrives, Louisa meets Isaac. Isaac is a local artist who understands grief more then Louisa realizes and how it ties them together.

The characters are well developed and the story is very well written. It is slower paced however that is not surprising because of the heavy subject matters.

Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for my honest feedback.

[Vanessa · Rating 4 out of 5]

"After the Crash" by Emma Davies was another great book from Emma. I was hooked within the first few pages, but, then I love her books. This book is about grief after Louisa Adam's husband was killed in a tragic car crash which left her to pay off loads of debts he had. Eighteen months later Louisa is still paying the debts off but there is hope at the end of it all. when she moves in with her daughter and son in law who is restoring an old hotel in a small seaside town and finds love again when she meets Isaac who will turn her life all upside down.

I highly recommend this latest book by Emma. I have enjoyed all her books I have read by her.

Big Thank you to Bookouture and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.

[Nana · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an ARC from Bookouture through NetGalley for an honest review.
This story kept me reading because the writing and the drama just sucked me right in, and I was along for the ride to the very end. It was a roller coaster ride at times and I never knew how it was going to go, but it was a gripping story because Emma Davies took us to the edge of disaster, to hide away caves, too how Louisa and Isaac knew each other, even though neither one knew it for quite a while, to the dramatic rescue. It was a book that got me out of the winter blues and swept me along with all that was going on in this book.

[Tara Hyatt · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's been 18 month since Louisa's husband was killed by a drunk driver, leaving her bereft and penniless after she had to sell the family home to pay off his debts. She moves in with her daughter and son in law who are renovating a motel in a sea side town. There she struggles to claw her way out of the darkness and meets Isaac, an artist who has his own troubles he is dealing with. The twist of how their lives are connected and the ensuing chaos eventually gives Louisa new hope and purpose. A great read.