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Book SynopsisFrom the Orange Prize shortlisted author of GRACE WILLIAMS SAYS IT LOUD, an entrancing novel about a young French girl and the English family who invade her Alpine village and her life.
Trade ReviewI was totally seduced by this vivid, complex and enthralling novel -- Fanny Blake * Woman & Home *
A beautifully written, tender book, which rewards patient reading. -- Antonia Senior * The Times *
This poetic and nuanced novel expertly reveals the complexity of Mathilde's relationship with the glamorous yet troubled family that has fuelled her feelings of exclusion yet fired her imagination . . . [a work] of illuminating beauty -- Emma Claire Sweeney * Financial Times *
Henderson's
Grace Williams Says It Loud was shortlisted for the Orange Prize and this more than matches it. Gripping and poignant, it is also a passionate love letter to a landscape that has captivated the author -- Elizabeth Buchan * Daily Mail *
A lively, complex novel, and Mathilde is a splendid character -- Anthony Gardner * Mail on Sunday *
I love her writing! I totally loved
Grace Williams Says It Loud.
The Valentine House is another compulsive, original read told with a delicious wit, while remaining harsh and mysteriously life-affirming. How does she do it? -- Helen Lederer
Engrossing * Boundless *
An intriguing tale of two cultures * France Magazine *
Full of mysteries, fascinating characters and enjoyable humour . . . with excellent characters, an intriguing plot, and a stunning setting . . . you're in for a treat. * Bookbag *
The slow unravelling of the secrets is beautifully done with a clever building up of the tension. I was very impressed with the writing - intriguing plotting and yet there are deeper themes of love, identity and different cultures. 5 stars * Nudge *
