Alison Mercer was born in Reading and studied English at University College, Oxford. She lives in Oxfordshire with her husband and two children.
A lovely absorbing read, so evocative of student life. Alison Mercer really captures the passion of falling in love for the first time. Alice Peterson, author of Monday to Friday Man Beautifully written and full of intelligent, emotional and interesting characters ... will stay with you long after you finish the final captivating chapter Daily Mail Alison Mercer has expertly spun an engrossing story about love, secrets and second chances. Tamar Cohen, author of The Mistress's Revenge A deeply moving tale of facing the past so you can live in the present Star