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Moonlight and the Pearler's Daughter

Lizzie Pook

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A gripping and atmospheric novel perfect for fans of Stacey Halls, Elizabeth MacNeal and Imogen Hermes Gowar.

Picked as one of Stylist magazine's 'Fiction Books You Can't Miss' and longlisted for the HWA Debut Crown Award.Fortune favours the brave in Lizzie Pook's mesmerising and fiercely feminist historical novel, Moonlight and the Pearler's Daughter.'Immersive storytelling, a rollicking mystery and a take-no-prisoners heroine' - Stylist1896, Bannin Bay, Australia. When British pearl-boat captain Charles Brightwell goes missing out at sea, rumours of mutiny and murder swell within the bay's dens and back alleys. Only his headstrong daughter, Eliza, refuses to believe her father is dead, and sets out on a dangerous journey to uncover the truth.But in a town teeming with corruption, prejudice, and blackmail, Eliza soon learns that the answers she seeks might cost more than pearls. How much is she willing to sacrifice to find them?'Tense and vividly atmospheric, with a determined, independent heroine intent on the truth ' - Jennifer Saint, author of Ariadne'Adventure, feminist heroine, grief, love and hope . . . Lizzie shines a light on a dark part of British history with grace, skill, sensitivity and honesty. I LOVED IT' - Nikki May, author of Wahala

Format:
Hardback
Pages:
304
Publisher:
Pan Macmillan
ISBN:
9781529072846
Published Date:
3/3/2022
Dimensions:
242mm x 162mm x 32mm
Weight:
510g
Category:
Historical fiction

RRP: £14.99

Format: Hardback

ISBN: 9781529072846

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