Sheer Abandon by Penny Vincenzi

The novel weaves a tale of three women whose lives are intricately connected by a secret from their past. As young travelers, they shared a fleeting bond during a backpacking trip, but one of them abandoned a newborn baby at Heathrow Airport. Years later, the consequences of that decision resurface, intertwining their lives once more as they grapple with personal and professional challenges. The story explores themes of friendship, ambition, and the enduring impact of choices made in youth, culminating in a dramatic revelation that forces each woman to confront her past and redefine her future.