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The House at River's Edge
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781835338025
Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd
Published: May 3 2025
Pages: 290
Weight: 1.15
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
1914: Anticipating a long summer of freedom at her friend's family estate in Cambridge, Grace Villiers is disappointed by an unexpected addition to their party. Then the new arrival offers to teach Grace to swim, and she is forced to see there is more to Algernon Lake than his reputation. But, with war brewing across Europe, this will be a summer that changes everything.
1997: Following her father's sudden death, Barbara finds herself living with her mother in a house that is, literally, falling down around them. As she tries to put their new home in order, she discovers a photograph of her grandfather as a young man with his friend - two soldiers at the start of the First World War. Setting aside her grief, Barbara becomes determined to uncover their story, hoping it will bring her closer to the family she feels slipping away.
But when her search for answers opens up truths she isn't prepared for, Barbara will come to realise, some secrets may be best left alone.
Readers love Rachel Burton's books:
'Exquisite storytelling. Two timelines, two poignant love stories, one heartbreaking choice. A secret kept for many years is slowly revealed against the breathtaking backdrop of the butterfly garden. Loved it.' Elena Collins
'A fabulous dual timeline mystery with a tale of lost love and family ties. I was totally captivated and raced through to the end!' Clare Marchant
'A charming read, expertly plotted and beautifully researched. An intriguing dual time story, exquisitely told.' Jenni Keer
'Enticing and atmospheric... Packed with love and mystery that will keep you wanting more from the first page to the last' Lauren North
'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
'I was hooked on this book practically from the first paragraph.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
'Beautifully written, intriguing characters, lost loves, betrayal and lies. Fabulous and highly recommended.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
'Such a heartwarming story which I devoured in one sitting.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
'What a brilliant book! I loved how it dipped through many histories and kept it flipping seamlessly through many peoples histories.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
'Beautifully written, I loved the unexpected twist at the end. A definite five stars from me.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
'This novel really holds you fast, all the way to a lovely twist of an ending that warms the cockles of your heart. Just the ticket for the perfect escapist read.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
'As the secret is revealed and the mystery solved, the reader will be surprised til the final paragraph. I very much enjoyed this book and I do recommend it!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
'A wonderful tale of love, family and so much more!' Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
'Love, romance, mystery and family secrets - what more could I want? Highly recommended.' Goodreads reviewer ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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