Estella's Revenge: A captivating, dark retelling of Great Expectations - this year's must-read!

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'Loved it from the very first page - Estella is a superbly well-drawn character and absolutely unforgettable.' Frances Quinn

You know Miss Havisham.

The world's most famous jilted bride.

This is her daughters story.

Raised in the darkness of Satis House where the clocks never tick, the beautiful Estella is bred to hate men and to keep her heart cold as the grave.

She knows she doesnt feel things quite like other people do but is this just the result of her strange upbringing

As she watches the brutal treatment of women around her, hatred hardens into a core of vengeance and when she finds herself married to the abusive Drummle, she is forced to make a deadly choice:

Should she embrace the darkness within her and exact her revenge

A stunningly original, gripping Gothic read, perfect for fans of Stacey Halls, Madeline Miller and Jessie Burton.

Readers are stunned byEstella's Revenge:

The genius concept behind this book isso irresistible, it makes the novel feellike magicCharles Dickens's spirit would be definitely securing his copy now! Sophie Hannah

This gripping and clever novel takes Miss Havishams daughter and tells us her dark and compelling tale.Masterfully constructed, complex, immersiveand delivered through Havelockes beautiful prose.Both heartbreaking and uplifting, this is an absolute must-read.' Rebecca Netley

'Thrillingly darkand beautifully written, thistwisty Gothic talewill grip you to the last page and beyond.' Bella Ellis

Deliciously creepy and decidedly dark, I loved this foray into the mind of Dickenss most enigmatic heroineIts so beautifully written,it gripped me from the very first sentence and would not let me gountil I finished reading. Jessica Bull

'I trulycannot rave about this book enough!...Estella's Revengeis adark, cunning story full of twists and turnsand with plenty of heart.' Victoria Hawthorne

Adarkly ingenioustake on a classic character, Estellas story had me gripped. I couldnt turn the pages fast enough. Susi Holliday

Utterly beautiful. Louise Beech

'Meticulously researched and full of dark intrigue, I loved being transported into Estella's world.A page-turning delight.' Sarah Ward

Barbara Havelocke...makes the era come alivefor the reader...A story with great depth...I look forward to reading more of Estella's story.' Valerie Keogh

A dream to readI believe that this book will in time be shelved next toGreat Expectationsas an essential complimentary read...Stunning. Reader Review

I absolutely loved this. A retelling of Charles DickensGreat Expectations Please, yes, give it to me.This absolutely DELIVERED.' Reader Review

Superbly and skilfully written.Great characters, twists and turns and a terrific gothic eeriness.' Reader Review

Unusual. Impeccable. Riveting.' Reader Review

Fascinating and intriguing The story was dark, gothic and suspenseful. Reader Review

A masterpiece. Reader Review

Wow!...A riveting and satisfying read.' Reader Review

Estellais a marvel and a masterpiece. You simplymust readthis book. Reader Review

Author Bio

Barbara is an international bestselling author, whose psychological thrillers have topped Amazon and Kobo. Her writing career started in journalism, interviewing the real victims of crime - and the perpetrators. The realistic, complex characters who populate her fiction reflect this deep understanding. When not writing, Barbara is found walking her two dogs, Scamp and Buddy, or taking photos of wildlife.