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The Mystery of Haverford House

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'A delicious Big House mystery mirrored from one timeline to the next … I was swept along in this seductive story sewn together with Shakespeare and secrets!' – Amanda Geard, author of The Midnight House and The Moon Gate 'I was swept away, desperate to unlock... Read More
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'A delicious Big House mystery mirrored from one timeline to the next … I was swept along in this seductive story sewn together with Shakespeare and secrets!' – Amanda Geard, author of The Midnight House and The Moon Gate

'I was swept away, desperate to unlock the mystery... I really couldn't have enjoyed it more... gorgeous... atmospheric... page-turning plot... it might just be Rachel Burton's best novel yet!'Jenny Ashcroft

A captivating and moving tale of love, the true meaning of home, and the haunting secrets that can bind generations.

1933: Annie Bishop is sixteen years old when she first climbs the steps of Haverford House ready to take service as a maid. She knows her place until, during a summer of high society, she crosses paths with wealthy American heir, Thomas Everard. In his arms, Annie dares to dream of a different life.

Until she vanishes without a trace.

2003: Viola Hendricks knows what it's like to dream big. So when she reads about Annie’s disappearance shortly before she sees an advert for a job at Haverford House, it seems fate is at work. Five years later, when the house faces closure, Viola is determined to do everything she can to keep it open. What’s not in her plans is enigmatic American Chase Matthews, with an agenda of his own…

If they want to save Haverford House, they must look for answers together - but are they prepared for the truth about what really happened to Annie Bishop?

Perfect for fans of Rachel Hore, Lorna Cook and Kathryn Hughes.

Readers LOVE The Mystery of Haverford House:

'This was my favourite so far from Rachel Burton. I take my hat off to her as this story was so well put together and I loved the characters.' – Amazon reviewer, 5*

'Amazingly Engaging Story' – Amazon reviewer, 5*

'What a delightful book, kept me intrigued and wanting to know more...loved every page.' – Amazon reviewer, 5*

'I'd highly recommend this read to fans of historical fiction and anyone who enjoys a mystery.' – Amazon reviewer, 5*

'The perfect escapist historical mystery.' – Amazon reviewer, 5*

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781803287287

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 March 2024

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Aria

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 368

About the Author

Rachel Burton has been making up stories for as long as she can remember and always dreamed of being a writer until life somehow got in the way. After reading for a degree in Classics and another in English Literature she accidentally fell into a career in law, but eventually managed to write her first book on her lunch breaks. She loves words, Shakespeare, tea, The Beatles, dresses with pockets and very tall romantic heroes (not necessarily in that order) and lives with her husband in Yorkshire. Find her on Instagram and Twitter @RachelBWriter

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