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The Shadow Year

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In The Shadow Year by Hannah Richell, a group of friends retreats to an isolated cottage by a lake, intending to escape the pressures of modern life. As they create a simple, idyllic existence, tensions and secrets simmer just beneath the surface. Parallel to this, a contemporary storyline unfolds, where a mysterious inheritance allows a woman to uncover the truths hidden in the lake's shadowy past.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy multi-layered narratives that weave secrets from the past with present-day discoveries. It offers a captivating exploration of friendship, betrayal, and the lasting impact of hidden truths, all set against a beautifully described backdrop. If you appreciate stories that delve into the complexities of human relationships with a touch of suspense, this might be a perfect choice for you.

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The Shadow Year

From the bestselling author of Secrets of the Tides comes another mesmerising story of tragedy, lies and betrayal.

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It comes out of the blue: a package with a letter and a key. Lila Bailey has no idea who, but someone has bequeathed her a remote lakeside cottage, and the timing couldn't be better. With her marriage unravelling, the house offers the perfect escape.

Once there, Lila finds solace in renovating the old cottage, but something about it is unsettling. She wonders more and more about the previous inhabitants. Why did they leave in such a hurry, with their belongings still strewn about? And why can't she shake the feeling that someone is watching her?

As a year at the lake unfolds, Lila uncovers long-forgotten secrets and discovers that the past can cast a very long shadow.

The Shadow Year by Hannah Richell is a thrilling tale of mystery and discovery that will captivate readers from the very beginning.

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The Shadow Year by Hannah Richell is described as an engrossing and clever tale, with reviews highlighting it as utterly compelling and enthralling. The book is noted for its slow-burning drama and tightly furled mysteries, with past and present interwoven in a moving and menacing narrative.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780733631948

Publisher: Hachette Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 August 2013

Country: Australia

Imprint: Hachette Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 200.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 432

About the Author

Hannah Richell was born in Kent and spent her childhood years in Buckinghamshire and Canada. After graduating from the University of Nottingham she worked in the book publishing and film industries. She now lives with her husband and two young children in Sydney.

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