A01=Chloe Michelle Howarth
Author_Chloe Michelle Howarth
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sapphic obsession lgbtqia romance lesbian queer 1960s 1965 twentieth century ireland historical dark gothic haunting twisty claustrophobic intense psychological suspense cat and mouse lies secrets unreliable narrator dual pov character driven siblings fam
Product details
- ISBN 9780857309051
- Dimensions: 135 x 216mm
- Publication Date: 30 Oct 2025
- Publisher: Verve Books
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
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January 1965. The orphaned O'Leary siblings - Tom, Jack, Anna and Peggy - arrive in the village of Ballycrea, tight-lipped about their troubled past and desperate for a fresh start.
After being met with suspicion from most of the locals, the family are thrilled when they're taken under the wing of their well-respected neighbours, Bill and Betty Nevan, who offer them work, companionship and an opportunity to fit in.
But for one of the O'Learys, this new friendship sparks an intense attachment that makes the dynamic dangerous for all. It's difficult to bury secrets, but almost impossible to bury feelings...
Chloe Michelle Howarth was born in July 1996. She grew up in the West Cork countryside, which has served as an inspiration for her writing. Chloe currently lives in Brighton. Her debut novel, Sunburn, was shortlisted for the 2024 Polari First Book Prize, the 2024 Book of the Year: Discover Award at the British Book Awards and the 2023 Nero Book Award for Debut Fiction and longlisted for the 2024 Diverse Book Awards.
