A dead Internet millionaire reflects on the mistakes he made in life as his family copes with loss in tale of regret and redemption.
When Internet millionaire Harry Melville dies in a car crash, the lives of his wife, Sarah, and twin brother, Ben, are thrown into turmoil.
Harry seemed to have it all; a close-knit family and a happy marriage. Yet as he recalls his past from the afterlife, the truth emerges. There were unspoken and bitter jealousies between the brothers and his unhappy wife was burdened by loneliness and guilt.
When Ben takes over the running of Harry’s charity foundation, he begins to find purpose for the first time in years. But a new arrival brings a series of revelations that expose Harry’s complex and dual personality. As he learns his part in the suffering of those he left behind, is it too late for Harry to make amends?
A tale of regret and redemption, From the Outside looks at the rivalries that can destroy relationships and the lost opportunity for happiness when ego reigns over emotion.
Praise for From the Outside
“Original, intoxicating and oozing intrigue, this is a mesmerising twister of a story that sucks you in from the very first page.” —Shari Low, author of The Story of Our Secrets
“I can’t recommend From the Outside enough! So full of heart and warmth, as well as intrigue and twists.” —Alice Hinds, Sunday Post
“A gripping read from another brilliant Scottish author.” —Judy Murray
“Clare Johnston brings us a beautifully-written tale of brotherly ties, family fractures, and finding peace with those we leave behind.” —Leslie Tall Manning, author of Maggie’s Dream

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