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Experience a compelling journey through the haunting narrative of *The Darkness that Divides Us*. This gripping tale, penned by a master storyteller, alternates between the perspectives of Lucy, a young girl facing the harsh realities of bullying and a bizarre crime, and the voices of those who torment her. Set in an idyllic Dutch housing estate, the story unfolds as Lucy becomes an outcast after her mother’s wrongful imprisonment, catapulting her into a world of drama, mystery, and heartache. In a quest for a fresh start, Lucy’s family relocates to a rugged Scottish island, only to discover that the shadows of her past refuse to fade away. This emotionally charged novel examines the complexities of childhood, the pain of isolation, and the longing for redemption. Perfect for readers who enjoy dark psychological drama and deeply relatable characters, *The Darkness that Divides Us* will keep you turning pages until the very last moment. Praise for *The Darkness that Divides Us* includes accolades such as “haunting characters” and “a propulsive plot,” making it a must-read for fans of family drama and mystery alike. Don’t miss your chance to dive into this exceptional trade paperback edition, published by World Editions in 2019. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781642860146. Format: Trade paperback (US).
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781642860146
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2019
Publisher: World Editions
Description:
Beautiful, happy people? No. Outcasts, bullies, a bizarre murder, drama, mystery, a child's heartache? Yes.
Lucy is the most popular girl in the local elementary school of an idyllic Dutch housing estate. When a bizarre crime rocks her world and sends her mother to prison, Lucy is turned into an outcast and her childhood becomes an ordeal of constant, vicious bullying. After her mother's release, Lucy's family decides to escape and make a clean start on a rugged Scottish island. But even here, in this remote corner of the world, Lucy's past holds a firm grip on her. Told in the alternating voices of the bullies and Lucy, this darkly atmospheric and emotionally gripping story is part family drama and part mystery.
'Just a remarkable book. Haunting characters, amazing voice, propulsive plot. I hope we see a lot more from Dorrestein. Count me among her fans.' — Karen Joy Fowler, author ofThe Jane Austen Book Club
'Dorrestein knows how to chill her readers with tragedy and then melt their hearts with forgiveness.' — Susan Vreeland onA Heart of Stone
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781642860146
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2019
Publisher: World Editions
Description:
Beautiful, happy people? No. Outcasts, bullies, a bizarre murder, drama, mystery, a child's heartache? Yes.
Lucy is the most popular girl in the local elementary school of an idyllic Dutch housing estate. When a bizarre crime rocks her world and sends her mother to prison, Lucy is turned into an outcast and her childhood becomes an ordeal of constant, vicious bullying. After her mother's release, Lucy's family decides to escape and make a clean start on a rugged Scottish island. But even here, in this remote corner of the world, Lucy's past holds a firm grip on her. Told in the alternating voices of the bullies and Lucy, this darkly atmospheric and emotionally gripping story is part family drama and part mystery.
'Just a remarkable book. Haunting characters, amazing voice, propulsive plot. I hope we see a lot more from Dorrestein. Count me among her fans.' — Karen Joy Fowler, author ofThe Jane Austen Book Club
'Dorrestein knows how to chill her readers with tragedy and then melt their hearts with forgiveness.' — Susan Vreeland onA Heart of Stone