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The Last Daughter

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The Last Daughter follows Serena Warren as she confronts a haunting family mystery sparked by the discovery of her sister Caitlin's body after eleven years. Returning to her grandfather's house near the ruins of Minster Lovell Hall, Oxfordshire, Serena uncovers a secret linking her family to a dark legacy spanning back to the Wars of the Roses in the 1400s. This spellbinding novel weaves present-day events with a richly historical past, enveloping the reader in a tale of suspense, family secrets, and time-slipping intrigue.
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This historical fiction novel is ideal for readers who enjoy immersive family sagas, time-slip mysteries, and richly detailed settings. Fans of authors like Lucinda Riley, Barbara Erskine, and Kate Morton will find The Last Daughter particularly appealing.

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A secret hidden in the past. A family bound by a dark legacy…

A spellbinding and gripping historical mystery to escape with in summer 2023

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A secret hidden in the past. A family bound by a dark legacy…

‘What a fascinating story. I enjoyed every moment of it. Intriguing and with a lovely time-slippery twist’ Barbara Erskine, Sunday Times bestselling author

Ever since her sister disappeared eleven years ago, Serena Warren has been running from a ghost, haunted by what she can’t remember about that night.

When Caitlin’s body is discovered, Serena returns to her grandfather’s house, nestled beside the ruins of Minster Lovell Hall in Oxfordshire, determined to uncover the truth. But in returning to the place of her childhood summers, Serena stands poised at the brink of a startling discovery – one that will tie her family to a centuries-old secret…

Taking readers from the present day to the Wars of the Roses in the 1400s, and with an enthralling mystery at its heart, The Last Daughter is a spellbinding novel about family secrets, perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley, Barbara Erskine and Kate Morton.

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Celebrated authors praise the book: Barbara Erskine calls it an "intriguing" story with "a lovely time slippery twist." Dinah Jeffries describes it as "an ingenious tale of mystery and suspense… enchanting." Tracy Rees highlights its "historical richness, emotional depth and magic," while Katie Fforde found it "a cracking tale that wouldn’t let me put it down." Rachel Hore guarantees it as "atmospheric and beautifully crafted," ideal for readers wanting a suspenseful time-slip story. Fiona Valpy appreciates the "treasure trove of historical insight," and Jenny Ashcroft admires Nicola Cornick's vivid and addictive writing.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008278526

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 July 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HQ

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 384

About the Author

International bestselling author Nicola Cornick writes historical romance for HQN Books and time slip romance for MIRA UK. She became fascinated with history when she was a child, and spent hours poring over historical novels and watching costume drama. She studied history at university and wrote her master's thesis on heroes. Nicola also acts as a historical advisor for television and radio. In her spare time she works as a guide in a 17th century mansion.

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