Thrilling

I was completely swept away by this tale. I was engaged in the mystery, the confusion and all the secrecy. I was impressed by the author's ability to craft a story, have it leading one direction and then, switching sides altogether. The atmosphere was astonishing, and the story telling was extraordinary. I felt more sure than the character, in my mind I was constantly urging her to take action, share her doubts with someone. I was certain she had the right idea, so certain!

This book is one that will definitely test your intuition. It begins with a fifty year old woman, Miranda, thinking about renting her garden house to someone. Her husband, Ben, agrees and, soon it is inhabited by William- a man they know very little about. A while after his entry into her life, Miranda has trouble sleeping. She has disturbing nightmares that make little sense, and prevent her from living her life as she wants. She decides to take action but, it might be a little too late for that or, she might just be putting herself in danger.........

It was a perfect novel, and the cover is stunning. I especially enjoyed reading Mahkovec's beautiful descriptions of the garden and the garden house. I've always helped my mother with the gardening and I've always fancied creating this beautiful, vibrant, garden. As hard as I've tried it is near impossible to do that with the English weather playing up, as it so often does. But, one can certainly dream!

I loved this book, the hope it inspires, and Ben and Miranda's companionship. All in all, it was fantastic.

I received this book through NetGalley.

I liked Miranda's story very much. I found myself identified with some of her feelings and experiences. The plot is very well developed, and the characters adorable. There's a happy ending too. A good read for a Saturday afternoon.

At first, I didn't think I was going to like his book. I found Miranda too insecure. How nice to see her develop, along with the mysterious events that unfold. Well done overall.