Author:Hilary Boyd
Escape to the sun-drenched shores of Lake Como in the irresistible and gripping new novel from the million-copy bestselling author of Thursdays in the Park, The Anniversary and The Lie
'Held me spellbound . . . This novel is unmissable' 5***** Reader Review
'Magnificent! So refreshing, this left me on the edge of my seat' 5***** Reader Review
'The tension builds up to a heart-stopping crescendo' 5***** Reader Review
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Connie McCabe longs for the summer where she spends the days leading tours across the continent.
But it's on the glamorous shores of Lake Como where she is truly swept away, when Jared, a much younger man, falls for her.
Despite resisting his advances, Connie finds that he's got under her skin.
And so begins a long, hot, intoxicating summer where Connie succumbs to temptation - breaking her marriage vows.
At the end of the season, Connie returns home to her husband, ready to put this affair behind her.
But Jared has other ideas . . .
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Praise for Hilary Boyd
'Hilary Boyd nails family dynamics and misplaced loyalties with pin-sharp precision in an impressively well-written tale' Daily Express
'I was ripping through this book . . . addictive' Evening Standard
'Boyd is as canny as Joanna Trollope at observing family life' Daily Mail
A simmering slow-burner full of obsession, drama and complicated relationships
—— CultureflyA tension packed read
—— BellaBreathless and brilliant
—— BestIncluded in 'The Hot List'
—— Inside SoapA breath of fresh air . . . An excellent companion for a weekend away
—— The LadyPraise for Hilary Boyd
—— -As canny as Joanna Trollope at observing family life - and better at jokes
—— Daily MailSmart, with true-to-life characters whose dilemmas will tear at your heartstrings
—— Sunday MirrorBoyd is terrific at cutting to the quick of modern relationships
—— Woman & Home'Full of charm, wit and beautifully picturesque settings ... one of the author's best festive novels to date
—— CultureflyTrisha Ashley delivers yet another Christmas cracker
—— My WeeklyThe pleasure of the novel lies in the tension between the familiar story of patriarchal injustice and a more complex investigation of supernatural belief and disbelief. It's a thrilling read. But, beyond the thrill, is the beauty of the language. Lancashire dialect and vocabulary are used to immense poetic affect, disarmingly evocative of time and place. The characters too, are well drawn and multi-faceted and its closure is both deeply satisfying and truly sad. A pleasure to read - with an undercurrent of genuine fear.
—— Annie Garthwaite, author of CECILYA gorgeous gothic novel ... sure to be loved by fans of The Essex Serpent and The Mercies ... Elizabeth Lee has conjured an engrossing tale of young love and a shattering story of the intolerance that reigned during the long shadow of the Witch Trials.
—— Northern Life MagazineElizabeth Lee's historical debut is a powerful tale of love, loyalty and prejudice.
—— CultureFlyRich and lyrical
—— HeatInventive.
—— BookmunchUtterly and completely wonderful: an intelligent, forensic portrait of a family. A thrillingly honest depiction of a long marriage and an unsentimental look at the lives of their four children, which also happens to be a hugely engaging, sometimes very funny, page-turner
—— Marian KeyesLiane Moriarty is back with another tour de force
—— GraziaAcutely observed and often poignant, this is a brilliant portrayal of a long marriage, warts and all. Just as compelling [as Big Little Lies] - the story of a family that appeared perfect but is unravelling at top speed
—— Sunday ExpressFull of realistic characters and sharp human insights
—— Good HousekeepingDeliciously dark . . . An utterly absorbing mystery that will hook you in
—— Real People[A] sharp and perceptive tale of ambition, pressure and family politics
—— Daily MailMoriarty is excellent - amusing and astute - on the small indignities that make up a marriage, a family and a life . . . Possesses the insight and warmth that Moriarty brings to all her books
—— GuardianThe latest book from one of your favourite authors
—— PrimaThrilling, a masterclass
—— SunClever & relatable . . . Explores sibling bonds, parental relationships & how events can change your future forever
—— Woman & HomeA real pleasure to read
—— Daily MailWith heart, humour and a killer plot - this is another smash hit read
—— BestThe perfect mix of edge-of-your-seat plotting, well-crafted characters and a satisfying ending
—— Good HousekeepingA deliciously dark tense mystery drama
—— Good HousekeepingThrilling
—— GraziaThis will keep you guessing until the end
—— RedIf you love a good mystery with deep emotion at its heart, this is the novel for you
—— Living NorthIngenious . . . This is one book you can't miss out on. Moriarty has an extraordinary talent. Thrilling
—— Female FirstThere is not a word wasted. I could not put it down
—— Today UK NewsThe ending is witty and satisfying, but comes with a dark twist. Apples Never Fall is another enjoyable offering full of intrigue, suspense and surprises, sure to delight
—— Press AssociationPraise for Liane Moriarty
—— -Wise, honest, beautifully observed. One of the few writers I'll drop anything for
—— Jojo MoyesStaggeringly brilliant, literally unputdownable
—— Sophie HannahKeeps you guessing until the very end - perfect summer read
—— Reese WitherspoonMoriarty writes vividly, wittily and wickedly
—— Sunday ExpressStraight-from-life characters, knife-sharp insight and almost unbearable suspense will have you racing through it
—— Good HousekeepingAs brilliantly accomplished as it is dark, twisty and compulsive
—— HeatA hell of a good book. Funny and scary
—— Stephen KingRiveting drama packed with suspense and secrets
—— Woman & HomeLike drinking a pink Cosmo laced with arsenic . . . a fun, engaging and sometimes disturbing read
—— USA TodayPerfect
—— HelloFascinating and compassionate
—— Daily TelegraphI loved every line of it
—— Louise CandlishFunny and captivating
—— CloserA cracking story cleverly told
—— Fabulous