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The Secret of the Chateau

(Paperback)


Publishing Details

Full Title:

The Secret of the Chateau

Contributors:

By (Author) Kathleen McGurl

ISBN:

9780008380489

Publisher:

HarperCollins Publishers

Imprint:

HQ Digital

Publication Date:

29th October 2020

UK Publication Date:

23rd July 2020

Country:

United Kingdom

Classifications

Readership:

General

Fiction/Non-fiction:

Fiction

Other Subjects:

Historical fiction
Historical romance
Narrative theme: Love and relationships
Narrative theme: Sense of place

Dewey:

823.92

Physical Properties

Physical Format:

Paperback

Number of Pages:

384

Dimensions:

Width 129mm, Height 198mm, Spine 20mm

Weight:

230g

Description

Everything is about to change
1789. Pierre and Catherine Aubert, the Comte and Comtesse de Verais, have fled the palace of Versailles for their chteau, deep in the French Alps. But as revolution spreads through the country, even hidden away the Auberts will not be safe forever. Soon they must make a terrible decision in order to protect themselves, and their children, from harm.

Present day. When Lus mother dies leaving her heartbroken, the chance to move to a chteau in the south of France with her husband and best friends seems an opportunity for a new beginning. But Lu cant resist digging into their new homes history, and when she stumbles across the unexplained disappearance of Catherine Aubert, the chteau begins to reveal its secrets and a mystery unsolved for centuries is uncovered

Unlock the secret of the chteau today. Perfect for fans of Kate Morton, Fiona Valpy and The Forgotten Village!

Readers love The Secret of the Chteau!

I absolutely loved this book Enthralling I really struggled to put this book down. NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

Brilliant I was gripped right until the end. Great characters, a riveting plot and the fantastic writing style I've come to expect. NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

Had me gripped Fast enough to keep you intrigued and turning the pages Would highly recommend. NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

I was drawn in from the first chapter It is rare that a book brings tears to my eyes but this one succeeded! Held me captivated right to the last words. A must read for everyone. NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

Kathleen McGurls books knock it out of the park every single time!!!!!!! Wonderful You should read it. Right now. NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

Both storylines were equally as gripping A very enjoyable read! One I shall remember! Would definitely recommend! NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars

Reviews

Brilliant! Kath writes the most wonderful time-slip and I urge you to snap this up. Nicola Cornick, author of The Forgotten Sister

Enthralling A beautiful and heartbreaking time-slip story A gripping story of love and redemption across two centuries The perfect escape. The Lancashire Post

Author Bio

Kathleen McGurl lives near the sea in Bournemouth, with her husband, sons and cats. She began her writing career creating short stories, then she got side-tracked onto family history research. She has always been fascinated by the past, the ways in which the past can influence the present, and enjoys exploring these links in her novels. You can find out more at her website, http://kathleenmcgurl.com/, or follow her on Twitter @KathMcGurl

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