A haunting tale of secrets, redemption, and the enduring power of the past.When 19-year-old Davey seeks refuge in an abandoned West Country house, he finds an unlikely family among its eccentric inhabitants. Bound by a shared need to escape, they offer him one condition: ask no questions. But the house holds secrets, echoing a summer 30 years prior when rock star Jack Laker sought solace within its walls.
As Davey and fellow housemate Priss delve into the past, they uncover a story of passion, betrayal, and a destructive lifestyle that led to a shocking crime. Can Davey and Priss unearth the truth and find their own paths to redemption, or will the house's dark history consume them? Perfect for readers seeking:
- Atmospheric suspense
- Complex characters
- A blend of mystery and literary fiction
"The story is fresh and original, written vividly and with flair. I was completely engrossed!" —Katherine Webb, author,The Legacy
"Beautiful . . . A fascinating tale of the meeting of lost souls. Of danger, and trust and self-worth. Read it." —Jen Campbell, author,Weird Things Customers Say in Bookshops
"A stunning debut . . . The storyline is original, the characters are fascinating, and over all this is simply a great read." —Bookbag
"The characters grabbed my heart, the story pulled me in and I sailed through the pages . . . Put Cassandra Parkin's debut novel on your To-Read list." —Women's World
Cassandra Parkinis the author ofWinter's Child,The Beach Hut, andLily's House, as well as a short-story collection,New World Fairy Tales, which won the 2011 Scott Prize for Short Stories. Her work has also been published in numerous magazines and anthologies.
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