‘A moving read, threaded through with mystery and excitement.’ – Good Housekeeping Magazine

‘Every word is magical, almost luminous.’ – Daily Mail

‘A literary masterpiece.’ – My Chestnut Reading Tree

‘There are many elements to savour in this novel. Lofthouse has a fine eye for the bleak Norfolk landscape and how it both reflects and affects characters’ moods.’ – Tracy Chevalier

‘The intertwining of the two main stories is very skilfully done, as is the delicacy and understanding she brings to the key themes – suicide, creativity, love and especially paternal love. Very moving.’ – Henry Sutton, novelist and co-director MA Creative Writing, UEA

‘An impeccable piece of fiction that has the feel of a literary classic.’ – The Book Magnet