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272 pages • first pub 2019 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
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Language: English
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A hypnotic and thought-provoking novel inspired by the sensational Lord Lucan case, by the Orange Prize-shortlisted author of Fred & Edie. In the summer of 1974, Mandy River arrives in London to make a fresh start and begins working as nanny ...
Community Reviews Summary of 74 reviews
Moods
sad 69%
mysterious 61%
reflective 53%
tense 53%
emotional 46%
challenging 15%
adventurous 7%
informative 7%
inspiring 7%
relaxing 7%
Pace
fast 7%
slow 7%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 55% | A mix: 44%Strong character development?
Yes: 100%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 30% | No: 20%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 55% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 11%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 80% | No: 10% | It's complicated: 10%Average rating
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Graphic
Domestic abuse, Sexual violence
272 pages • first pub 2019 (editions)
ISBN/UID: None
Format: Not specified
Language: English
Publisher: Not specified
Publication date: Not specified
Description
A hypnotic and thought-provoking novel inspired by the sensational Lord Lucan case, by the Orange Prize-shortlisted author of Fred & Edie. In the summer of 1974, Mandy River arrives in London to make a fresh start and begins working as nanny ...
Community Reviews Summary of 74 reviews
Moods
sad 69%
mysterious 61%
reflective 53%
tense 53%
emotional 46%
challenging 15%
adventurous 7%
informative 7%
inspiring 7%
relaxing 7%
Pace
fast 7%
slow 7%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 55% | A mix: 44%Strong character development?
Yes: 100%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 30% | No: 20%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 55% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 11%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 80% | No: 10% | It's complicated: 10%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Domestic abuse, Sexual violence