LoveReading Says
April 2016 Reading Group Book of the Month.
A compelling, almost bittersweet read, where a shocking discovery leads to an emotional journey. Two tales fuse into one… while in the present Bella explains how she finds a letter that is set to change everything she believes, we also revisit Henry’s past. Telling Bella’s tale in the first person creates a feeling of familiarity and compassion, Henry’s tale is told on his behalf, keeping you removed, letting you consider, allowing you to ponder. Amanda Jennings encourages Bella to step out of herself, on occasion the words create an almost dreamlike quality, while on others short sharp sentences jolted me back into reality. As shafts of understanding light the pages, shocking moments still lie in wait, ready to trip up your thoughts and feelings. ‘In Her Wake’ is a thought-provoking, dramatic and gripping story and begs the question, just how well do we really know our family?
A 'Piece of Passion' from the publisher...
'When talking about my list, there are few books for which words fail me, and this is one of them. In fact, I don’t even know where to start. In Her Wake is a chilling, exquisitely written and evocative thriller that hinges on the abduction of a child, and the effect this crime has on everyone connected with it. It’s also a compelling study of the nature of identity and, indeed, loss, with a series of interconnected, traumatic discoveries driving a complex and deftly orchestrated plot set on the rugged, richly described Cornish coast. It’s dark but at the same time uplifting, and the pages turn almost by themselves. Equally, one of the most moving books I’ve read in a very long time, and there are twists that force you to turn back the pages to check that you haven’t missed something. It’s a book that I knew I had to buy after reading twenty pages, and my second readers returned the same verdict in less than a day. In Her Wake has bestseller written all over it, and in terms of psychological thrillers, I cannot think of even one that matches it. When a host of highly regarded, well-known authors submitted their endorsements, one after one, in a virtual flood, my heart nearly burst with pride for Amanda. This is a book you will never, ever forget.'
Karen Sullivan, Publisher, Orenda Books
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In Her Wake Synopsis
A young woman is forced to question everything she thought she knew, when a family tragedy leads to a series of startling revelations ... and dark secrets. A stunning and emotive psychological thriller from the bestselling author of The Cliff House and The Storm. 'Beautiful, seamless writing, Jennings has a magic warmth and addictive quality that keeps you reading on and on' Lucy Atkins'Hauntingly beautiful' Clare Mackintosh'Thoughtful, atmospheric and deeply immersive, it wields an almost mesmeric power over the reader' Hannah Beckerman-------------------A perfect life until she discovered it wasn't her own. A tragic family event reveals devastating news that rips apart Bella's comfortable existence. Embarking on a personal journey to uncover the truth, she faces a series of traumatic discoveries that take her to the ruggedly beautiful Cornish coast, where hidden truths, past betrayals and a 25-year-old mystery threaten not just her identity, but also her life. Chilling, complex and profoundly moving, In Her Wake is a gripping psychological thriller that questions the nature of family - and reminds us that sometimes the most shocking crimes are committed closest to home. -------------------'A gripping concept powers this emotional, sinuous thriller in which one woman's life is played out against what might have been' Fanny Blake, Woman & Home'Heartbreaking and emotionally stunning one of the most mature genre novels I've read for a long time' Scottish Herald'This mesmerising and haunting thriller is a true literary beauty' Heat'Delicately weaves loss and grief in a very human story with a strong heart' Sarah Hilary'Enough twists and turns to give you whiplash' Tammy Cohen'A writer of rare and exceptional talent' Steve Cavanagh'A gripping and powerful read will keep you turning the pages' Simon Kernick'Beautifully written and emotionally charged, Amanda Jennings has created compelling exploration of self, memory and the slippery bonds that tie a family together' Eva Dolan'An assured, evocative, rites of passage tale that will captivate readers of psychological suspense' Mari Hannah'I have fallen head over heels in love with this compelling and beautiful book. Already one of my favourite authors, Amanda Jennings has created something outstanding one of my favourite reads of all time' Louise Douglas'Moving, perceptive and beautifully written story with a devastating conclusion that will stay with you' Howard Linskey'Gripping and hauntingly beautiful, with a totally unexpected twist in the tail, In Her Wake is simply brilliant - I loved it' Jenny Ashcroft'A beautifully written, emotionally charged novel that stays with you long after you read the last page' Jane Isaac'A haunting and compelling read, charged with perfectly observed emotion and a poetic gift for language' Iona Grey'One of those novels that you know is going to stay with you for a very long time after you finish it' Louise Voss'Mesmerising storytelling' Mel Sherratt'Amanda Jennings propels herself into my list of favourite writers' Luca Veste
About This Edition
| ISBN: |
9781910633304 |
| Publication date: |
10th February 2016 |
| Author: |
Jennings, Amanda |
| Publisher: |
Orenda Books |
| Format: |
Ebook (Epub) |
| Primary Genre |
Thriller and Suspense
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