Still Water

Name: Still Water
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SKU: 9780008311704
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By Rebecca Pert

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Still Water by Rebecca Pert is a gripping general fiction novel that delves into the complexities of human relationships and personal struggles. The story follows the main character as she navigates through challenging circumstances, revealing deep secrets and emotional turmoil. Set against a richly atmospheric backdrop, the novel explores themes of resilience, forgiveness, and the unseen corners of the human heart.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to deeply emotional and immersive narratives, exploring themes of family, trauma, and redemption. Set against a vividly rendered landscape, it offers powerful character development and engaging storytelling that resonate with readers who appreciate introspective and heartfelt general fiction.

‘Beautiful and brutal… a breathtaking debut’ JOANNA CANNON

‘Dark, lyrical… impressive’ DAILY MAIL

‘An atmospheric slow burn… with a sense of forboding that grows with each page’ GOOD HOUSEKEEPING

‘Atmospheric and compelling’ KATE SAWYER

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‘Beautiful and brutal… a breathtaking debut’ JOANNA CANNON

‘Dark, lyrical… impressive’ DAILY MAIL

‘An atmospheric slow burn… with a sense of foreboding that grows with each page’ GOOD HOUSEKEEPING

‘Atmospheric and compelling’ KATE SAWYER

A beautifully written atmospheric story of trauma, grief and redemption, Still Water is a debut from a bright new voice in literary fiction.

When Jane Douglas returns to the Shetland Islands, she thinks she has escaped the dark shadows of her childhood. She carves out a simple life on the bleak, windswept island, working at the salmon fishery and spending quiet evenings at home. And for the first time in her life, she’s happy.

Then the body of Jane’s long-missing mother is found in a flooded quarry. Her mother disappeared when Jane was a teenager, following the death of Jane’s baby brother. Jane has spent her life running from her past, living in fear that she has inherited her mother’s demons. Now, Jane must face what actually happened on that fateful, tragic day twenty years ago…

‘A haunting story… told with compassion and even tenderness’ KATIE MUNNIK

‘Intense, unflinching, honest… beautifully told’ LUCIE MCKNIGHT HARDY

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Still Water by Rebecca Pert is described as a breathtaking debut, praised for its beautiful yet brutal narrative and dark, lyrical style. It is a compelling atmospheric slow burn with a growing sense of foreboding that captivates readers. The story is noted for its haunting quality told with compassion and tenderness, and its intense, honest portrayal has been highlighted as beautifully executed.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008311704

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 February 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: The Borough Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 272

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Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Rebecca Pert

About the Author

Rebecca Pert was born in 1990, the youngest of four siblings. She grew up in a small town in Devon before attending Cardiff University, where she received an MA in Creative Writing. She now lives in Gloucestershire with her husband, son and dog. Still Water is her first novel.