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The Lighthouse Secret by Carmel Harrington is a deeply moving tale of love, loyalty, and hidden truths spanning decades and continents. Set against the evocative backdrop of Ireland's rugged Cork coast and the quaint seaside town of Maine, this novel intricately weaves past and present, slowly... Read More
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The Lighthouse Secret

Family secrets never stay buried…

The sweeping, secretive and emotional new historical novel from the top 10 bestselling author of The Moon Over Kilmore Quay and The Girl from Donegal.

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The Lighthouse Secret by Carmel Harrington is a deeply moving tale of love, loyalty, and hidden truths spanning decades and continents. Set against the evocative backdrop of Ireland's rugged Cork coast and the quaint seaside town of Maine, this novel intricately weaves past and present, slowly unraveling a mystery that has long been buried.

In 1951, the Cork coast is a lonely yet beautiful place where the lighthouse-keepers’ wives stand vigil, awaiting their husbands' return from the sea. Among them is Beth, carrying a burden of a secret too perilous to share, the weight of which threatens to reshape her life and those around her.

Fast forward to 2023 in Maine, where Mollie Kenefick finds herself confronted with an anonymous letter that shakes her to the core: "Family secrets never stay buried". Determined to uncover the truth, Mollie turns to her grandmother, Beth. However, Beth is bound by a vow of silence she took many years ago—one she is reluctant to break, even for her beloved granddaughter. But someone else knows what transpired during that fateful summer of 1951, and they are no longer willing to keep quiet.

As Mollie delves deeper into the past, the layers of the mystery begin to unravel, revealing a compelling story imbued with heartache, passion, and the unbreakable bonds of family. Carmel Harrington’s masterful storytelling ensures readers will be gripped from start to finish, mesmerized by the rich, atmospheric settings and complex, relatable characters.

The Lighthouse Secret has captivated readers with its profound narrative, prompting reactions such as:

"Once again Carmel has us sitting on the edge of our seats in anticipation"

"Can't praise this book enough"

"Carmel is such an amazing storyteller"

"Totally absorbing from start to finish"

"A truly magical book of love and loyalty"

Dive into The Lighthouse Secret and discover a world where the weight of past secrets has the power to change the present. This is an unforgettable novel that will tug at your heartstrings and keep you turning pages late into the night.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008528638

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 March 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 35.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 520g

Pages: 432

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About the Author

Carmel Harrington is an exciting voice in women's fiction - twice shortlisted for the Irish Book Awards, she has the potential to fill the Maeve Binchy slot with her warm, moving and deeply felt novels about family life. She's extremely well connected in the Irish literary world. She chairs the Wexford Literary Festival and is on the panel of TV3's Elaine Show. Carmel has a strong base in Ireland but her voice captures readers' hearts all over the world and we'd now like to grow her in the UK and in Australia as well as accelerating growth in Ireland. Her stories are heart-warming, deeply emotional, and deal with some dark themes but are always ultimately uplifting.

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