• "The Mortification of Grace Wheeler is a profound, captivating and poignant read that deserves a wide audience. I loved it"

    Linda Hill – My Weekly magazine

  • "Beautifully written, this book is a real exploration of how our actions impact more than just those directly involved. I couldn’t put this one down"

    FranMcBookface – book blogger & reviewer

  • "This book is female-centric fiction at its finest; it is formidable, fierce, and fantastic read and as I said at the start, I simply couldn’t put it down"

    C J Mason – The Fallen Librarian

  • "A searingly honest and realistic depiction of a family in crisis; domestic drama at its finest"

    Jo Schofield – book blogger and reviewer

  • "A novel which had me drawn in from the very start and kept me fully invested throughout"

    Babbage and Sweetcorn Book Reviews

  • "I was drawn into this affecting and heartbreaking novel and remained there for some time after finishing that final page-a sign of a truly compelling storyline"

    My Chestnut Reading Tree Book Reviews

  • "It’s so well written and emotionally strong, with real tension on every page, and beautifully rounded characters"

    Hilary Boyd, bestselling author of Thursdays In The Park

  • "I was so surprised by how much I loved this book - I couldn't put it down. Dartford's writing is stunning and it makes it very easy to read. Almost poetic at times"

    Rebecca Phillips @13rebecca13 - book blogger & reviewer

  • "The story plays out beautifully…….I really enjoyed this book, it’s pacey, entertaining a full of completely believable characters"

    Maggie McQueen (Madame Readalot) – book blogger & reviewer

  • "Colette’s writing style is absolutely beautiful and riveting, and I was hooked from the very start. A thought-provoking book in every sense. I can’t recommend this wonderful book enough. An emotional rollercoaster of beautiful writing! If you enjoy a story that delves into every human emotion, then this is for you!"

    Miranda’s Book Scape – book blogger & reviewer

  • "The Mortification of Grace Wheeler is an excellent, immediately addictive read which I absolutely loved. The writing is fantastic and the characters are realistic and I enjoyed each page of this. I give this story five stars and thoroughly recommend it!"

    Elena Sharp – book blogger & reviewer

  • "I loved Grace and found her just so beautifully written with a true understanding of how women feel at this pivotal moment in their lives….I was drawn into this affecting and heartbreaking novel and remained there for some time after finishing that final page - a sign of a truly compelling storyline"

    Jo Robertson - book blogger & reviewer

  • "This is a fantastic real-life depiction of marriage, family and adulthood (and fishing!) I thought it was superb and I wouldn’t hesitate to pick up another book by Colette Dartford"

    Nicola Smith

  • "The characters and their development in the storyline really have been done with thought and precision…… Sensitively written, never sensationalised but really capturing the raw emotions of everyone involved"

    Zoebeesbooks - book blogger & reviewer

  • "The Mortification of Grace Wheeler is an emotional read, a family drama that…..had me captivated throughout….. Never sensationalist, Dartford is to be applauded for a beautifully written book that is well worth reading"

    Linda Currie @libcreads - book blogger & reviewer

  • "Colette Dartford’s writing is beautiful, almost lyrical at times, it’s rich, fluid and totally captivating"

    Dee @_chapter1_page1- book blogger & reviewer

  • "A moving and engaging debut… shortens the dark nights"

    — Santa Montefiore

  • "A heartrending story, well told… Dartford evokes strong, sympathetic character while writing fluently and from the heart"

    — Hilary Boyd, author of Thursdays in the Park

  • "A beautiful read, lyrically written, poignant and emotional"

    — Nicola Cornick, author of House of Shadows

  • "…beautifully written book with engaging characters and a powerfully emotional storyline"

    The Book World of Anne

  • "It’s hard to believe this is Colette Dartford’s debut novel as the writing is so accomplished and effortless"

    — Amazon customer

  • "For a debut novel this is simply incredible. It kept me hooked right to the end"

    — Goodreads customer 

  • "This smart and emotional family drama will grab you from its shocking first few opening lines, and keep you enthralled to the very end. Clear a Sunday and devour it"

    — Heat Magazine

  • "This sharply observed novel looks at one family pushed to breaking point. Fabulous"

    — Sun on Sunday Magazine

  • "Beautifully written, this book is a real exploration of how our actions impact more than just those directly involved. I couldn’t put this one down"

    FranMcBookface – book blogger & reviewer

  • "A moving dissection of a marriage under unbearable pressure, set in rural Somerset: an 'Aga saga' for our times"

    — The Lady

  • "An absorbing family drama in the Joanna Trollope mould"

    — Bath Magazine

  • "Brilliant storyline, with many twists and turns. Will look for more by this author"

    — Amazon customer

  • "A delightful read"

    — Breakaway Book Reviewers