A
gripping and heartbreaking tale of family, duty and the secrets we keep from
those we love most. Perfect for fans of Rachel Hore, Lorna Cook and Kathryn
Hughes.
Two
women. Two centuries. A life-changing night...
1952:
Vivien and Max collide in the thick London smog. Within a few years, their
whirlwind romance sees them living a quiet life on the Norfolk coast,
blissfully happy with their beautiful daughter – at least, that's how it
appears...
2019:
Isobel is hoping for a fresh start when she inherits her beloved grandmother
Vivien's house in Silverton Bay. But when she discovers an old photograph of
Vivien at one of the infamous parties held at Silverton Hall in the 1950s,
Isobel is forced to question how well she really knew her grandmother.
Silverton Hall is a place Vivien swore she never went and never would – but why
would she lie? And what other secrets was she keeping?
Together
with an old friend, Isobel searches for answers. But is she prepared for the
truth?
'I was
absolutely transported to Silverton Bay... I loved it and wanted to savour
every page.' Kathleen McGurl
Enchanted by this story from start to finish. I think a
combination of setting and characters won me over and I was reluctant to put it
down!
I think for a dual timeline to work, both elements have to be
captivating, whether by character or storyline but this was written perfectly,
the “older” timeline playing out in clever ways, hinting at what was to come,
drip feeding tasty titbits. I was fully investing in both stories, although
they are both part of one. Vivien and Isobel are both strong women in difficult
or uncomfortable circumstances. Vivien promised one life but presented with
something she never anticipated; Isobel finding herself at a point where she
can reassess her life and reconnect with those she holds close in her heart.
A beautiful story of secrets, choices and opportunities; it highlights
the importance of being honest, open and willing to see things from another
point of view.
With great writing, strong and likeable characters. I wishes
it continued on a little longer; a must read for fiction fans.
Praise for Rachel Burton:
'Enticing
and atmospheric... Packed with love and mystery that will keep you wanting more
from the first page to the last' Lauren North, author of Safe at Home
'A
wonderful escape... I adored the characters, the headiness of their first
loves, and vulnerabilities as they hoped for their own happily-ever-afters' Jenny Ashcroft
'With her
signature nostalgia, swoon-worthy hero and wistful setting, this is a romance
to whisk you away any time of the year' Victoria Cooke
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Buy links:
Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Last-Party-Silverton-Hall-ebook/dp/B0B3SCGXYF/
Waterstones: https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-last-party-at-silverton-hall/rachel-burton/9781803287256
Great character and a great setting!
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