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An Impossible Dilemma: An explosive, addictive psychological thriller novel from Netta Newbound Kindle Edition

by Netta Newbound (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 1,232 ratings
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A gripping tale of love, sacrifice, and impossible choices from the best selling author of THE WATCHER.

Would you choose to save your child if it meant someone else had to die instead?

Victoria and Jonathan's world is shattered when they discover their precious daughter, Emily, has a rare and fatal illness. All hope seems lost until they learn of a potential solution - a life-saving hormone transplant. But there's a catch: every donor in the medical trials has died within 24 hours.

Desperate to save their child, Victoria and Jonathan are faced with an unimaginable decision. Would you choose to save your child if it meant someone else had to die instead? Their answer may surprise you.

In this heart-wrenching story, the stakes are high and the consequences are severe. But when Jonathan is involved in a farming accident, Victoria turns to Frank, her father-in-law, for support. Together they navigate the complex moral and ethical implications of their decision.

Can they live with the consequences of their actions, and what will it cost them?

Don't miss this thought-provoking and emotionally charged novel. Get your copy today and join the thousands of readers who have been affected by this unforgettable story.


This book is intended for mature audiences and contains graphic and disturbing situations.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "An Impossible Dilemma is a dark, disturbing and heart wrenching psychological thriller."
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"Definitely dark, compelling, horrifyingly detailed, with graphic scenes."

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "The shock value of this story is at its greatest and full of twists and turns..."
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Victoria and Jonathan Lyons seems to have it all - a good marriage, a beautiful daughter, a successful business...
... until tragedy strikes. The book is classified as a thriller, but it packs a lot of punch, sometimes even venturing into horror territory. I would say it's not for the faint of heart. The characters are easy to relate to, especially Victoria. Her struggle was realistic and heart-breaking.
Once I start reading, I couldn't stop. Definitely one of the better thrillers out there. - Bedazzled Reading

I don't want to spoil things by telling you more about the situation Victoria finds herself in, but I can tell you that it's quite a dilemma, as the title suggests. The book was a rollercoaster of suspense, with a relentless, fast pace. I couldn't put it down. The characters are lively and realistic, in particular Victoria. The writing is sublime, and keeps you engrossed in the story. An excellent book, recommended to all thriller fans. iheartreading.net

...a powerful novel... ...that brings forth a multitude of emotions within the reader......the book is way too strong for a casual read. If you abhor reading about rape and sexual violence, I suggest you stay away from this book. That said, the author's brilliance in handling a very complicated plot is commendable...

...With a nail-biting storyline, the book is an excellent emotional thriller! Newbound shows a lot of promise in her debut novel and I'm looking forward to reading a lot more of her work.

I highly recommend this book to strong-hearted thriller lovers. - SiMPLiREAD

About the Author

Netta Newbound, originally from Manchester, England, now lives in New Zealand with her husband Paul and their boxer dog Alfie. She has three grown-up children and two delicious grandchildren.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07SC58QJM
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Junction Publishing (May 27, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 27, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 5037 KB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 278 pages
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Netta Newbound is the best-selling author of over twenty thriller novels/novellas to date including the Adam Stanley Thriller Series and the Cold Case Files. Her debut psychological thriller, An Impossible Dilemma, shot up the charts in 2016 in both the UK and US reaching #1 in several thriller and horror categories. This rapid success gained Netta a name for herself in the thriller genre. The Watcher also reached the top 20 in the US Amazon charts.

Originally from Manchester, England, Netta has travelled extensively and has lived and worked in a variety of exciting places. She now lives in New Zealand with her husband. They have three grown up children and four grandchildren.

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Camille
5.0 out of 5 stars AN ENJOYABLE NOVEL WITH AN UNUSUAL PLOT
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2017
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Ms. Newbound's novel was like a twisty, turning roller-coaster ride at top speed, while tied to the seat of a runaway car. What a terrific read! The plot at first appeared like a normal novel-----a dying child with an extremely rare disease. But the novel veers off course from the usual novel of this type, and takes a unique turn, different from any novel I've ever read. It was surprising, scary and unexpected. The characters of Victoria and Frank are well-developed, believable, and sympathetic. At 86% my heart was pounding, and I had to keep myself from quickly reading ahead just to get to the end. Although Victoria and Frank committed heinous crimes, I wanted them to get away with them. (I realize that's awful!). The detailed violence and murder were startling. The plot was tortuous. Ms. Newbound has created a remarkable and memorable novel. I recommend this novel to anyone who enjoys a psychological drama. I've never read any works by Netta Newbound before, but plan on buying "The Watcher". Great job, Ms. Newbound!
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VirtualPoet
4.0 out of 5 stars Charmingly sinister
Reviewed in the United States on August 30, 2015
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Quite different from most psy-thrillers I read. I welcomed the change! I think there were a few pointless events that went nowhere and some that could have gone far, but stopped short. All in all, I enjoyed it and will take a whack at another one of her books! 😉
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Sandra T
5.0 out of 5 stars and the intimate family and village like setting makes for an eye-opening read (its rather explicit ...
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2014
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The classic dilemma of how far would you go for your child. I was gripped by the dilemma facing the mother in this story. She had heart and guts to face the situations she does, and the story kept me enthralled as I read on wanting to know how this could be happening, how on earth she would deal with it, what the outcomes were going to be. The contrasts of characters, and their actions, and the intimate family and village like setting makes for an eye-opening read (its rather explicit at times and that adds to the reality of it for me). I was fascinated to see how it would end.
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MelissaJean
3.0 out of 5 stars Just unsure
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2017
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I'm really struggling with this one. I'm just not really sure how to wrap my head around how I feel about it. I bought it because I've read Netta Newbound's detective Stanley series, which I adore. This one's writing was just as good (albeit gory and graphic, if you don't like violence it isn't for you) and the characters were easy to fall for, the problem is you just don't really want to fall for them. They do some awful things, to the point where the book just starts to seem out there. I get that it's a work of fiction, but it's a little too on the unbelievable side and it definitely goes over the top. I was still with it most of the way, until the very end of chapter 35. That frustrated me and that was my turning point, I had liked it until right about then. And it was really all for nothing. And then life goes on, like it was all no big deal, this part might be a spoiler but the mother would definitely be a freaking basket case after all that, plus I just think it completely unfair that after all that she just keeps to go on living and enjoying her life.

This is definitely a spoiler, but there were two things that really bugged me.
The first is that from the first 2 victims she inherited only one trait, and they were both awful. From the 3rd victim she inherited 2 traits for sure and a couple more were hinted at. Again, one of the two confirmed traits was completely awful. Why inherit so few traits? And if she got murder from one, why didn't she get rape from the other? it just felt really out there. Part of me expected her to start speaking Spanish at some point just because that's the way it seemed to be headed. Not to mention at one point it seems like the good traits carry over even after the proteum is gone, until the last victim and then suddenly the stealing and the violence is gone? why would she still have them at all if the proteum is gone?
The other thing that bothered me was the stem cell clinic. She does a bit of research and just totally gives up. The one possible cure and she just lets it slide. The guy on the phone even said they weren't taking new applications until next june, so why not apply right then? if she's gone tell them sorry, if not, which she wasn't, then they could've helped her.

All in all I have to say this book was really a page turner and it kept me interested. I appreciate that the author was trying to do something new and creative, but anything that different is going to leave unanswered questions and plot holes if you aren't extra thorough and cautious. I still look forward to reading more of Mrs. Newbound's work!
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Linda S. Prather
5.0 out of 5 stars Uniquely Different!
Reviewed in the United States on November 10, 2019
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I’ve loved every book I’ve read by Netta Newbound and this one is no exception, although I did develop somewhat of a love/hate relationship with this one. I immediately fell in love with Vic and Jon and Frank. I cried several times during the first few chapters as they face the more horrendous nightmare any parent can face—their child is dying. Vic’s strength and determination makes her a character you want to cheer for.

To say more is to give away spoilers and I try to never do that. A highly emotional read that had me crying, cringing in horror, yet pulled me into a deeper understanding of desperation and love. Playing God has consequences, yet how far would any of us go to save our child?

A well written unique plot with great character development.
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Carmen
4.0 out of 5 stars but overall a nice book to read to clear ypur mind
Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2015
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Too short for me, but overall a nice book to read to clear ypur mind. Easy reading.
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Karin K. Whitehead
2.0 out of 5 stars An Impossible Dilimma
Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2016
I finished this book, but had to keep stopping, the graphic violence was too much for me. The basic story line was great, and I felt a kinship for the mother in her quest to save her extremely ill daughter. I can't say that I'd recommend this novel to anyone without warning them of the violence. I'm an avid reader so can honestly say it was just, too much for me.
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Sharon Swann a Kindle Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Shock Value Taken to the Next Level.
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2019
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The Impossible Dilemma by Netta Newbound.
The author wove a tale of heartbreak, murder, and deception with surprising variances along the way. I was completely shocked by the twists revealed that made this psychological thriller a non-stop read. The surprise differences in the plot I found most intriguing. It's not often I don't anticipate what's about to happen. But, Netta Newbound, kept me on the edge until the end. My only criticism was the epilogue wasn't as strong as the storyline, which was disappointing but overall didn't detract from my rating. If you want a great mystery with elements of shock, then try "The Impossible Dilemma".
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J J Bookworm
5.0 out of 5 stars dark, twisty and mind bending.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 7, 2017
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The cover draws you in, it is dark, it is mysterious, it is one I would proudly display on my bookshelf.
If ever there was a more apt title for a book! An impossible Dilemma faces Victoria and Johnathan.
If the situation isn't hard enough for the Lyons, as said in the blurb " An unfortunate twist of fate" Johnathan is killed in a farming accident.
Netta then heats up the psychological thriller element of this book, which is an extremely uncomfortable read, at the same time you are drawn in and absorbed into the family and the storylines are irresistibly addictive.
I got a real sense of the issues, how they were going to be over come medically, then BAM! WOW, Not expecting that, then a few pages on again, oh no!
Netta has a unique style of writing where you think you know where the story is going and you are on your reading journey, then woosh, you are diverted before you have realised.  My heart was in my mouth at times, I asked what I would do as a mother.
The characters were plentiful, but extremely well portrayed.
Although it is a difficult subject to read about and there are some really dark pieces of narrative, and description it is an easy read, that grips you, churns your stomach, but leaves you wanting to read more by this author.
I read this book a few years ago, when it came out and it was before I realised the importance of reviewing, so I was honoured when asked to blog tour for the re release, and am so pleased to have been given the chance to share my thoughts. It has been a story that once asked, I was oh yes, this happened, and that...was it the one with...now I am unsure how many books I have read in the time between, but you know the strength of a good storyline when you can recall it so well.
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Linda
5.0 out of 5 stars Five stars
Reviewed in Germany on March 9, 2017
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This book is unputdownable. The plot is convincing and thought-provoking (what WOULD you do, in this situation??). This was my first Netta Newbound book, and I'm looking forward to all the rest now.
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Sean Talbot
4.0 out of 5 stars Netta Newbound
Reviewed in Canada on September 23, 2015
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I read this book as part of a book club reading. It wasn't one that I would normally have picked up. That being said I am glad that I did read this book. I am still not 100% sure what I thought of this book but I did find it entertaining.

It was hard to read as well due to the subject matter of this book. I think it was a bit off in some ways since I don't think some of what happened was realistic for a vet to be able to accomplish.
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5.0 out of 5 stars FAN'BLOODY'TASTIC READ!!!
Reviewed in Australia on February 26, 2016
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FAN'BLOODY'TASTIC READ!! Netta has done it again 😊 This book had such an amazing storyline it was unput-downable ( Yes its a New Word just for Netta's Books) I was hooked from pg 1 Absolutely not what I was expecting Do yourself a Favour Put the Phone on Silent, Get your PJ's on, Make yourself a Large Drink and Start reading this Book. Loved it 😊 📚
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Diane Hogg
4.0 out of 5 stars Victoria and Jonathan Lyons seem to have everything—a perfect marriage, a beautiful daughter
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 30, 2017
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Would you choose to save your child if it meant someone else had to die?
Victoria and Jonathan Lyons seem to have everything—a perfect marriage, a beautiful daughter, Emily, and a successful business. Until they discover Emily, aged five, has a rare and fatal illness. 
Medical trials show that a temporary fix would be to transplant a hormone from a living donor. However in the trials the donors die within twenty four hours. Victoria and Jonathan are forced to accept that their daughter is going to die. 
In an unfortunate twist of fate Jonathan is suddenly killed in a farming accident and Victoria turns to her sick father-in-law, Frank, for help.  Then a series of events present Victoria and Frank with a situation that, although illegal, could save Emily. 
Will they take their one chance and should they?
A Sinister and Darkly Compelling Psychological Thriller Novel, this book is intended for mature audiences and contains graphic and disturbing imagery.

My Review
An Impossible Dilemma is a dark, disturbing and heart wrenching psychological thriller. It will make you question a families sanity and values, lead you down a path of "what if". Would you do the same, truly how far would you go. I fully understood the nature of the book and the fact there was graphic content which isn't always to everyone's taste, but I believe it was written in a context that made the outcomes of each situation that Victoria and Frank found themselves in more believable rather than if they hadn't been put in at all.
I really enjoyed the shock and awe factor to the story, truly well written and a gripping read. A family who undoubtedly had their fair share of tragedy, face the cruellest situation imaginable. A daughter with a rare genetic condition with no known cure, clinical trials have been halted so a death sentence looms for Victoria's daughter and Franks granddaughter. An opportunity arises to slow down Emily's progressive condition and its seized with both hands, now there's no going back.

This psychological thriller is centred around every mothers nightmare, it may not be every readers cup of tea but Netta Newbound can certainly bring a new angle to dark and compelling.
Definitely a dark, compelling, horrifyingly detailed graphic scenes, but a book well worth reading if you can stomach the details. An Impossible Dilemma, definitely.
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