Once Upon a River: The Sunday Times bestseller
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‘I was completely spellbound’ – Ruth Hogan, author of The Keeper of Lost Things
‘Setterfield is a master storyteller’ – Madeline Miller, author of Circe
Some say the river drowned her… Some say it brought her back to life
On a dark midwinter’s night in an ancient inn on the Thames, the regulars are entertaining themselves by telling stories when the door bursts open and in steps an injured stranger. In his arms is the drowned corpse of a child.
Hours later, the dead girl stirs, takes a breath and returns to life.
Is it a miracle?
Is it magic?
And who does the little girl belong to?
An exquisitely crafted historical mystery brimming with folklore, suspense and romance, as well as with the urgent scientific curiosity of the Victorian age.
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Praise for Diane Setterfield:
‘An absolute feast of a book, which will keep you engrossed’ RED magazine
‘Brimming with folklore, intrigue and romance, this is a story to savour’Woman & Home
‘Once Upon a River continues to demonstrate [Setterfield’s] mastery of the Gothic genre in a way that will appeal to modern readers’ The Independent
Readers are captivated by Once Upon a River:
***** ‘Pure escapism, a beautifully written story.’
***** ‘It felt as comforting as the fantastical stories you read as a child yet with a darker edge.’
***** ‘I was entranced from the beginning to the end.’
From the Publisher
Publisher : Black Swan; 1st edition (29 Aug. 2019)
Language : English
Paperback : 544 pages
ISBN-10 : 1784163635
ISBN-13 : 978-1784163631
Dimensions : 12.7 x 3.2 x 19.8 cm
Customers say
Customers enjoy the book and find it thought-provoking. They appreciate the well-written, lyrical descriptions and the author’s skill for creating atmosphere. The story is described as satisfyingly complex with twists and turns that keep readers engaged. The characters are well-developed and interesting, especially the strong female characters. Readers appreciate the emotional range and mood capture, including sadness, joy, and fear. Overall, the book is described as an engrossing read that keeps you hooked until the end.
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