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The Book of Days: ‘Richly imagined and skillfully crafted’ - The Spectator invites you into a mesmerizing tale that transcends time and tradition. Dive into a gripping narrative set in Anne Domini 1546, where the struggle between old beliefs and new beginnings frames a story of love, loss, and faith.
This captivating novel, longlisted for the prestigious 2025 Walter Scott Prize for Historical Fiction and the 2024 HWA Crown Awards, unfolds within the walls of a crumbling manor house in England. Here, a young woman feels the oppressive weight of her surroundings as her dying husband fixates on a vision—a chapel designed to secure prayers for his immortal soul.
As the chapel materializes, it becomes a symbol of hope and despair, reflecting the changing tides of society. The villagers sense a burgeoning freedom, a dangerous prospect that intertwines with their daily lives. Through rich character development, the story immerses readers in a world where every choice holds profound significance.
With accolades like “A must-read” and “A jewel of a book” from readers, The Book of Days promises an atmospheric journey that will leave you captivated. Experience a richly imagined tale that resonates through the ages.
ISBN: | 9781800753518 |
Author: | Francesca Kay |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Swift Press |
Publisher: | Swift Press |
Dimensions: | 128 x 198 x 21 mm |
Publication Date: | 24 April, 2025 |
Pagination: | 288 pages |
Weight: | 236g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’