Welcome to the website for Polly Samson's debut novel

It tells the story of Lizzie, whose father walked out on her as a child. Only he can answer the questions that haunt her. But betrayed by her stepfather and brutalised by her lover, can she risk any more rejection?

A compelling story that evokes the heartbreak of childhood loss and the triumphs and disasters in a young woman's search for love and her roots.

Please have a look around the site to find out more about Polly and the book, read an extract and maybe win a prize!