Forgotten

'A woman rediscovering who she is but more importantly, what she wants, Forgotten tackles an impossible dilemma and will leave you thinking long after you read the last page.' Kylie Orr, Author

'Wise, warm and witty, Forgotten examines the metamorphosis of motherhood through the eyes of Ava, who wakes after an accident to find she's forgotten the past decade. Ava stumbles to reconcile the life she's woken into, complete with a new husband and a preschooler, with the woman she believes she is. The premise is relatable to the point of being visceral and poses the question that all mothers have asked themselves: What happened to my life? It encourages us to consider that-although our lives may never return to the way they were before children-if we have the courage and support, we may be able to build something richer. With profound themes and a light touch, Casey Nott delivers a story with well-drawn characters, authentic relationships and a narrative voice that reads like a best friend. An enjoyable and life-affirming debut that I will be recommending to all the mothers I know. I can't wait to see what this talented writer delivers next.' Anne Freeman, Author of 'Me That You See'

'A captivating debut. Casey Nott is an author to watch.' Jodi Gibson, Author

'A fascinating dive into the consequences of life and the passage of time, taking the concept of being "unrecognisable to the former self" to its apotheosis. All the characters are intriguing and their complexity is revealed alongside Ava's, and the reader shares in her fears. A beautiful novel worth a read for anyone also struggling with identity.' Nita Delgado, Editor

'Forgotten is a charming and captivating read. Ava's struggle is relatable and grounded, while still encompassing much bigger questions. Nott has a strong voice, conversational while still holding weight, like a 3am deep and meaningful with a close friend. Funny, warm and heartbreaking in equal measure, I fell in love with this book and was "ride or die" with Ava right until the perfect and satisfying resolution.' Samuel Maguire, Reviewer