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The Taxidermist's Daughter

By Kate Mosse
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The Taxidermist’s Daughter by Kate Mosse is a chilling Gothic tale set in 1912 Sussex, blending mystery and historical fiction. The story revolves around Constantia Gifford, the daughter of a taxidermist, who becomes embroiled in unraveling a dark secret when a local woman is found dead. As memories from her forgotten past start to resurface, she discovers haunting truths that connect her to the mystery.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by atmospheric mysteries with a Gothic edge. Set in early 20th century Sussex, it's rich in suspense and historical detail, weaving a tale of secrets and intrigue around a community on the brink of change. If you appreciate stories that blend history with psychological depth and a touch of the macabre, this book could be a thrilling read for you.

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The enthralling Sunday Times bestselling gothic novel from the author of LABYRINTH and THE BURNING CHAMBERS

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The enthralling Sunday Times bestselling gothic novel from the author of Labyrinth and The Burning Chambers

The clock strikes twelve. Beneath the wind and the remorseless tolling of the bell, no one can hear the scream . . .

1912. A Sussex churchyard. Villagers gather on the night when the ghosts of those who will not survive the coming year are thought to walk. And in the shadows, a woman lies murdered.

As the flood waters rise, Connie Gifford is marooned in a decaying house with her increasingly tormented father. He drinks to escape the past, but an accident has robbed her of her most significant childhood memories. Until the disturbance at the church awakens fragments of those vanished years . . .

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The Taxidermist's Daughter by Kate Mosse has been praised for its atmospheric and gripping narrative, delivering a gothic thriller that transports readers to the chilling setting of early 20th-century Sussex. Reviewers highlight Mosse's ability to weave suspense with richly crafted descriptions, reminiscent of works by Daphne du Maurier. The novel is celebrated for its clever construction and the moody atmosphere it builds, making it a compelling and unputdownable read that blends elements of a murder mystery with gothic horror.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781474625876

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 October 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Orion Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 32.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 299g

Pages: 432

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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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