Although this is described as a ghost story, it is actually much more than that, and a great read
I was initially attracted to the intriguing cover, which is given an extra magical feel with the addition of shiny metallic highlights, and the mystery element of the story. I'm not a fan of anything too creepy and so I was pleased to discover several strong female main characters and an intricately woven modern story of interconnected families and their relationships and dynamics. There is also plenty of historical interest and exploration of superstitions and ancient enchantments. There is a ghost aspect to the story which can be chilling in parts and not something I personally would have wanted to read at night, but I'd say more on the creepy side rather than being terrifying for the sake of it. A relief for me and I felt pitched at just the right level with a well rounded, atmospheric and immersive story line.
I was initially attracted to the intriguing cover, which is given an extra magical feel with the addition of shiny metallic highlights, and the mystery element of the story. I'm not a fan of anything too creepy and so I was pleased to discover several strong female main characters and an intricately woven modern story of interconnected families and their relationships and dynamics. There is also plenty of historical interest and exploration of superstitions and ancient enchantments. There is a ghost aspect to the story which can be chilling in parts and not something I personally would have wanted to read at night, but I'd say more on the creepy side rather than being terrifying for the sake of it. A relief for me and I felt pitched at just the right level with a well rounded, atmospheric and immersive story line.