Labyrinth

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Labyrinth by Kate Mosse intertwines two parallel narratives set in modern and medieval France. The book tells the story of two heroines, Alais in the 13th century and Alice in the present day, connected through a shared quest involving mysterious secrets and a legendary historical artefact. As their tales unfold, themes of love, betrayal, and the enduring influence of history come to the forefront in a richly atmospheric setting.
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Labyrinth

The number one hit by multi-million copy bestselling author Kate Mosse

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The number one bestselling phenomenon

JULY 1209, Carcassonne. Seventeen-year-old Alais Pelletier is given a mysterious book by her father, which he claims contains the secret of the true Grail. Although Alais cannot understand the strange words and symbols hidden within, she knows that her destiny lies in keeping the secret of the labyrinth safe.

JULY 2005. Archaeologist Alice Tanner discovers two skeletons in a forgotten cave in the French Pyrenees. Puzzled by the labyrinth symbol carved into the rock, she realises she has disturbed something that was meant to remain buried. Soon, a link to a shocking secret β€” and her own past β€” is revealed.

Labyrinth is a reader's Holy Grail . . . a heart-wrenching, thrilling tale' β€” Val McDermid

'An action-packed adventure of modern conspiracy and medieval passion' β€” Independent

BOOK ONE OF THE LANGUEDOC TRILOGY

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Labyrinth by Kate Mosse has been praised for its combination of an engaging adventure narrative with richly detailed historical context, especially surrounding the Languedoc region. Reviewers have highlighted its gripping storyline that weaves Grail quests and time-slip elements, featuring strong female protagonists who play central roles. The novel is lauded for its vivid settings, intelligent writing, and the author's passionate portrayal of historical France, making it both an intriguing and immersive read. Its comparison to works by authors like Dan Brown underscores its appeal as a captivating and well-researched tale.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781474625906

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 February 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orion Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 52.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 500g

Pages: 752

About the Author

Kate Mosse is an international bestselling novelist, non-fiction writer, essayist and playwright. With sales of more than 8 million copies worldwide, her books have been translated into 37 languages and published in 40 countries. Her fiction includes the Languedoc trilogy (Labyrinth, Sepulchre and Citadel), the gothic novels The Winter Ghosts and The Taxidermist's Daughter, a short story collection (The Mistletoe Bride) and more recently a historical adventure series, The Burning Chambers and The City of Tears. Her non-fiction includes the highly-acclaimed memoir An Extra Pair of Hands and she is working on a book and television series based on her global 'Woman in History' campaign. The Founder Director of the Women's Prize for Fiction, Kate is a Visiting Professor of Creative Writing and Contemporary Fiction at the University of Chichester and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature. An interviewer and presenter, she hosts the pre-show series at Chichester Festival Theatre, chairs Platform events for the National Theatre and is an Ambassador for Parkinson's UK. She was awarded an OBE in 2013 and a CBE in 2024 for services to literature, women and charity.

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