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Dive into the poignant and captivating world of *The Secret Keeper*, a masterful novel that interweaves timelines from the 1930s to the present day. In 1961, sixteen-year-old Laurel escapes to her childhood tree house on a sultry summer day, dreaming of love and adventure, only to witness a shocking crime that alters her life forever. Fast forward to 2011, and Laurel, now a renowned actress, grapples with the haunting memories of that fateful day. As she returns to her family home in Suffolk, she discovers the intricate layers of her family's past and uncovers the remarkable stories of three seemingly unrelated individuals - Dorothy, Vivien, and Jimmy - whose lives intersect amid the chaos of wartime London. This novel, published by Allen & Unwin in 2016, is a mesmerizing tapestry of love, betrayal, and the quest for truth. With 592 pages of enthralling narratives, *The Secret Keeper* is not just a story; it's an unforgettable experience. Ideal for book lovers who revel in mysteries and historical fiction, this compelling book will keep you on the edge of your seat as secrets unfold and destinies intertwine. Get ready to be taken on an emotional journey filled with suspense, and discover what happens when the past refuses to stay buried. Perfect for readers seeking new literary adventures, *The Secret Keeper* is sure to captivate your heart and mind as you turn each page. Order now for fast delivery and embark on this extraordinary journey today!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760291624
Year: 2016
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 592
Description:
1961: On a sweltering summer's day, while her family picnics by the stream on their Suffolk farm, sixteen-year-old Laurel hides out in her childhood tree house, dreaming of a boy called Billy, a move to London, and the bright future she can't wait to seize. But before the idyllic afternoon is over, Laurel will have witnessed a shocking crime that changes everything.
2011: Now a much-loved actress, Laurel finds herself overwhelmed by shades of the past. Haunted by memories, and the mystery of what she saw that day, she returns to her family home and begins to piece together a secret history. A tale of three strangers from vastly different worlds - Dorothy, Vivien and Jimmy - who are brought together by chance in wartime London and whose lives become fiercely and fatefully entwined.
Shifting between the 1930s, the 1960s and the present, The Secret Keeper is a spellbinding story of mysteries and secrets, theatre and thievery, murder and enduring love.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781760291624
Year: 2016
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Pages: 592
Description:
1961: On a sweltering summer's day, while her family picnics by the stream on their Suffolk farm, sixteen-year-old Laurel hides out in her childhood tree house, dreaming of a boy called Billy, a move to London, and the bright future she can't wait to seize. But before the idyllic afternoon is over, Laurel will have witnessed a shocking crime that changes everything.
2011: Now a much-loved actress, Laurel finds herself overwhelmed by shades of the past. Haunted by memories, and the mystery of what she saw that day, she returns to her family home and begins to piece together a secret history. A tale of three strangers from vastly different worlds - Dorothy, Vivien and Jimmy - who are brought together by chance in wartime London and whose lives become fiercely and fatefully entwined.
Shifting between the 1930s, the 1960s and the present, The Secret Keeper is a spellbinding story of mysteries and secrets, theatre and thievery, murder and enduring love.