Zennor in Darkness : From the Women's Prize-Winning Author of A Spell of Winter

On a secluded Cornish rock, two figures stand facing the sea, invisible to prying eyes on land. It's the spring of 1917 in the coastal village of Zennor, and young artist Clare Coyne is experiencing an awakening. Disregarding local gossip, she forges an unlikely friendship with D.H. Lawrence and his German wife, who seek refuge from London's war hysteria. Between painting sessions and visits to her new acquaintances, Clare spends balmy days with her cousin John, home on leave from the trenches, harbouring secrets beyond her comprehension.

As the temperature rises, so too does the village's atmosphere of fear and rumour. The pursuit of love and freedom comes at a considerable cost in this charged setting.

Helen Dunmore's McKitterick Prize-winning novel weaves a tapestry of deception, unspoken truths, and lies concealing kernels of veracity. With her mesmerising prose, Dunmore crafts a narrative that ripples with tension and intrigue. Clare emerges as a compelling protagonist, her intelligence, talent, and passion ringing true throughout this masterful work.

Praised for its originality, beautiful writing, and electrifying storytelling, 'Zennor in Darkness' offers a gripping exploration of human nature against the backdrop of a world in turmoil.

Product Information:

Book ISBN:	9780241988558
Book Author:	Helen Dunmore
Book Format:	Paperback / softback
Book Imprint:	Penguin Books Ltd
Book Publisher:	Penguin Books Ltd
Book Dimensions:	130 x 196 x 25 cm
Book Publication Date:	2021-03-06
Book Pagination:	320 pages, no pictures
Book Weight:	226g