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The Midnight House

A spellbinding tale of long-hidden secrets and a Richard and Judy Book Club selection
By Amanda Geard
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The Midnight House by Amanda Geard is a gripping tale set across dual timelines, weaving together the lives of its characters in a blend of mystery and discovery. The narrative explores a hidden past and the lingering impact of secrets kept for generations. As the characters delve deeper into the events surrounding an old house, they uncover connections that bind their stories together, ultimately revealing truths that can alter their futures.
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You might enjoy this book if you are captivated by dual timelines and atmospheric settings. It interweaves secrets from the past with a present-day mystery, offering a blend of drama, emotion, and intrigue. Ideal for those who love a good family saga with historical elements and deeply buried secrets waiting to be uncovered.

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Moving between 1940, 1958 and 2019, this is an unforgettable and spellbinding story of secrets, war, love and sacrifice. Perfect for fans of Kate Morton, Santa Montefiore and Louise Douglas.

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The spellbinding RICHARD AND JUDY BOOKCLUB PICK about a mysterious house and an old family secret . . .

'Wonderful storytelling. I loved it' Rachel Hore

'A mystery spanning generations, evocative and beautifully written' Tracy Rees

'A mesmerising debut novel, lush and gorgeous, with a rich family tale to tell' Richard and Judy Book Club

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People disappear. Secrets remain . . .

1940: In south-west Ireland, the young and beautiful Lady Charlotte Rathmore is pronounced dead after she mysteriously disappears by the lake of Blackwater Hall.

In London, on the brink of the Blitz, Nancy Rathmore is grieving Charlotte's death when a letter arrives containing a secret that she is sworn to keep - one that will change her life for ever.

2019: Disgraced young journalist Ellie Fitzgerald flees Dublin for the safety of rural Kerry. When she discovers a faded letter, tucked inside the pages of an old book from Blackwater Hall, she finds herself drawn in by the mystery of Lady Charlotte's disappearance, and uncovers a long-buried secret...

Sweeping from the wilds of beautiful Ireland to wartime London, this is perfect for fans of Kate Morton, Eve Chase and Lucinda Riley.

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'A wonderful tale of family secrets, brimming with lush historical detail' HAZEL GAYNOR

'I was pulled in from page one. It's beautiful' LIZ FENWICK

'I really loved it. A wonderful mystery. Atmospheric and wonderfully escapist' LORNA COOK

'A gorgeous setting, wonderful characters and secrets that kept me glued to the pages' JENNY ASHCROFT

'Intriguing, moving and I loved the way the stories moved back and forth in time' SINEAD MORIARTY

Real readers adore this book...

'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ Love love love this book! Fabulous female characters. I was totally invested in the story. I couldn't wait to get back to it'

'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ I was absolutely captivated. Wonderful and rich. I couldn't put it down'

'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ A wonderful read and a spellbinding mystery with wonderful characters that leap off the page. This was beautifully written with the story spanning generations'

'⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ I have been completely immersed and unwilling to put this one down. This is an absolute gem and a must. A beautiful story'

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iThe Midnight House has been praised for its compelling narrative, intriguing and multi-layered mystery across generations, and evocative writing style. Reviewers appreciate the lush historical detail and the beautifully crafted characters, with several noting that the book's setting and secrets make it a captivating read. Amanda Geard is highlighted as an exciting new voice in fiction, leaving readers eager for more of her work.

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ISBN: 9781472283740

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Review

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 38.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 295g

Pages: 432

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Born in Australia, Amanda Geard has lived all over the world, from a houseboat in London to a tiny island in Norway before settling in County Kerry in Ireland. Her debut novel The Midnight House was a Richard and Judy Book Club selection and her novels have been translated into multiple languages.

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