Eva was once a legendary fashion designer until, mysteriously, she retired. Now widowed, she lives with her family in Salix House, the home she's owned and loved for forty years. When the family announces it's time to sell, Eva is deeply reluctant. The house contains memories and secrets that are part of her, although she never shares them.

Megan is a fashion journalist working in London who interviewed Eva for a magazine. Torn apart by the brutal end of a love affair, Megan is drawn back to Salix House and Eva.

Decades apart in age, the two women share a bond. Both are hiding something, but perhaps together they can confront their fears, their past pain and their uncertain futures - and discover the truth of Salix House's secrets.

About the Author
Adele Geras is the author of many acclaimed stories for children as well as five adult novels, including: Facing the Light, Hester's Story, Made in Heaven and A Hidden Life (all available in ebook from Quercus), Cover Your Eyes (available in print from Quercus) and Out of the Dark, a special short story for the literary charity Quick Reads. Adele lives near Cambridge and is the mother of the thriller writer Sophie Hannah.

Reviews
'An unforgettable story highlighting how one deed committed when too young to realise the connotations can taint a life. A beautifully unfolding gem from someone who knows how to use the power of words' Bookbag. * Bookbag *
'Geras makes a superb comeback with this tale of female friendship set in the fashion world ... An intriguing tale' The Lady. * Lady *
'A well-crafted novel this manages to combine elements of a spooky Victorian ghost story ... for an effective and eminently readable result ... a very engaging and enjoyable story' We Love this Book. * We Love this Book *



Book Information
ISBN 9781782066071
Author Adele Geras
Format Paperback
Page Count 352
Imprint Quercus Publishing
Publisher Quercus Publishing
Weight(grams) 249g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 132mm * 23mm