Description
Dive into the captivating world of 'Magpie Hall', a remarkable novel that intertwines past and present through the lens of Rosemary Summers. This thrilling tale follows Rosemary, an amateur taxidermist and tattoo enthusiast, as she uncovers her family's enigmatic history while confronting her own grief. With a rich narrative exploring themes of memory, legacy, and the macabre, this book promises to captivate readers who revel in gothic literature and intriguing family sagas.
Set against the backdrop of a Victorian home filled with secrets, 'Magpie Hall' invites you to explore the rumor surrounding Rosemary’s great-great-grandfather, Henry Summers, a man whose cabinet of curiosities led many to believe he was driven mad and possibly responsible for his wife's mysterious death. As Rosemary navigates the complexities of her grandfather's taxidermy collection, she is drawn deeper into the mysterious allure of her ancestor's past.
This trade paperback edition, published by RANDOM HOUSE NZ in 2009, consists of 272 pages brimming with suspense and emotional depth. An essential read for fans of gothic fiction and tales of personal discovery, 'Magpie Hall' will keep you on the edge of your seat.
To enrich your reading experience, this brand new book is available for prompt delivery, ensuring it reaches you in perfect condition. Unravel the mysteries of family and the art of preservation - order your copy today!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781869792886
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2009
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE NZ
Pages: 272
Description:
A gripping and powerful new novel from the author of best-selling The Sound of Butterflies.
"There were two rumours surrounding my great-great-grandfather Henry Summers- one, that his cabinet of curiosities drove him mad; and, two, that he murdered his first wife."Rosemary Summers is an amateur taxidermist and a passionate collector of tattoos. To her, both activities honour the deceased and keep their memory alive. After the death of her beloved grandfather, and while struggling to finish her thesis on gothic Victorian novels, she returns alone to Magpie Hall to claim her inheritance- Grandpa's own taxidermy collection, started more than 100 years ago by their ancestor Henry Summers. As she sorts through Henry's legacy, the ghosts of her family's past begin to make their presence known.
Set against the backdrop of a Victorian home filled with secrets, 'Magpie Hall' invites you to explore the rumor surrounding Rosemary’s great-great-grandfather, Henry Summers, a man whose cabinet of curiosities led many to believe he was driven mad and possibly responsible for his wife's mysterious death. As Rosemary navigates the complexities of her grandfather's taxidermy collection, she is drawn deeper into the mysterious allure of her ancestor's past.
This trade paperback edition, published by RANDOM HOUSE NZ in 2009, consists of 272 pages brimming with suspense and emotional depth. An essential read for fans of gothic fiction and tales of personal discovery, 'Magpie Hall' will keep you on the edge of your seat.
To enrich your reading experience, this brand new book is available for prompt delivery, ensuring it reaches you in perfect condition. Unravel the mysteries of family and the art of preservation - order your copy today!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781869792886
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2009
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE NZ
Pages: 272
Description:
A gripping and powerful new novel from the author of best-selling The Sound of Butterflies.
"There were two rumours surrounding my great-great-grandfather Henry Summers- one, that his cabinet of curiosities drove him mad; and, two, that he murdered his first wife."Rosemary Summers is an amateur taxidermist and a passionate collector of tattoos. To her, both activities honour the deceased and keep their memory alive. After the death of her beloved grandfather, and while struggling to finish her thesis on gothic Victorian novels, she returns alone to Magpie Hall to claim her inheritance- Grandpa's own taxidermy collection, started more than 100 years ago by their ancestor Henry Summers. As she sorts through Henry's legacy, the ghosts of her family's past begin to make their presence known.