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Set in Stone
The story follows Julian Davies, a young man whose life is unexpectedly altered when he inherits a secluded property in Cornwall. This inheritance comes from his estranged father, Harry Davies, a man Julian knew little about, whose past was marked by secrecy. Upon arriving at the inherited house, Julian begins to uncover cryptic clues and fragmented information, hinting that the property and his father's legacy are far more complicated than a simple transfer of ownership. He soon realizes he's stepped into a mystery his father left behind, one that involves hidden truths and an undisclosed past. As Julian delves deeper into his father's history and the secrets embedded within the inherited estate, he finds himself piecing together a complex puzzle. His investigation into Harry's life, which was far from straightforward, unearths connections to other individuals and potentially significant past events, including mentions of a woman named Helena and whispers of a lost fortune. The narrative explores themes of identity, the powerful and often damaging influence of family secrets, and how unresolved events from the past can continue to shape and haunt the present. What makes "Set in Stone" a compelling read is its masterful development of suspense and its richly drawn atmosphere. Robert Goddard crafts a narrative that slowly unravels the mystery, drawing the reader into Julian's quest for understanding. The story effectively blends elements of psychological suspense with a compelling family saga, prompting contemplation on hidden motives and the profound consequences that follow when truths are deliberately obscured. The gradual revelation of secrets, coupled with the unsettling nature of Julian's discoveries, keeps the reader engaged until the very end.
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Publisher
Corgi
Pages
416
Format
PAPERBACK
ISBN-13
9780552173810
ISBN-10
0552173819
Language
English
Published
2001-01-01
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