Secrets by T A Blezard
Published by Livewire

Briony would love to have a life like her best friend Lisa - one busy studying for mocks but still plenty of time for hanging out with friends and going on dates.   But life at home with her mum, older brother and abusive stepfather is making that almost impossible.   This is the story of a courageous daughter's struggle to escape, with her mother, from an increasingly violent stepfather before it is too late.   A compelling read that skilfully tackles domestic violence.