The Smuggler’s Daughter
by Kerry Barrett
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Pub Date Apr 01 2021 | Archive Date Apr 27 2021
Harper 360 | HQ Digital
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Description
Only she knows the truth. Only she can save them.
1799
Emily Moon lives with her mother in an inn on a clifftop in the darkest reaches of Cornwall. After her father mysteriously disappears, her mother finds solace at the bottom of a bottle, and the only way to keep afloat is to turn a blind eye to the smugglers who send signals from the clifftops. But Emily knows that the smugglers killed her father to ensure his silence, and she will not let his murder go unpunished…
Present day
After a case ends in tragedy, police officer Phoebe Bellingham flees to Cornwall for a summer of respite. But rather than the sunny Cornwall of her dreams, she finds herself on storm-beaten cliffs, surrounded by stories of ghosts and smugglers – and the mysterious Emily Moon, who vanished without a trace over two centuries ago. As rain lashes down around her, Phoebe determines to find the truth behind the rumours – but what she uncovers will put herself in danger too…
A haunting and moving timeslip novel perfect for fans of The Girl in the Letter, The Forgotten Village and The Witchfinder’s Sister.
Readers LOVE The Smuggler’s Daughter!‘Gripping and unputdownable… A brilliantly told story and one I keep thinking about since I finished reading it.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars
‘Creepy, atmospheric and gripping, a really great read.’ NetGalley reviewer, 5 stars
‘Ticked all of the boxes for me… One of those books that draws you in straight away… I found it difficult to put down.’ NetGalley reviewer
‘Atmospheric and gothic… Gives you the odd shiver up your spine… A really enjoyable read.’ NetGalley reviewer
‘An intriguing story full of adventure, imaginative characters, history, and beautiful Cornwall scenes.’ NetGalley reviewer
‘I could literally hear and smell the waves crashing on the rocks… Kept me gripped throughout… Twists along the way.’ Yeah Lifestyle
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780008430160 |
| PRICE | $16.99 (USD) |
Featured Reviews
BONITA S, Reviewer
LOVED THIS BOOK! Couldn't put it down! I am a big fan of parallel story lines and this one was very well done - both stories flowed and drew you in, and the author did a nice job of making the story lines similar but not exactly duplicate. Characters were human and not cookie-cutter perfect, which made the story richer. Solid resolution that drew everything together - definitely a good read!
Cindy C, Reviewer
The Smugglers Daughter will hold you spellbound from the moment you begin the journey with Phoebe and Emily until the very end! Kerry Barrett has outdone herself with this novel, she's filled this story with characters that are well thought out and each one comes across clearly, as their individual personalities become more than just part of the tale, they come off the pages and pull you in, plot brims with tension-building twist, and great dialogue which brings this read together perfectly.
Caroline H, Librarian
A well-written, richly detailed tale of corruption involving cruel men and resourceful, brave women. The two timelines were woven expertly together and I loved how they both featured vulnerable women who even when they doubted themselves still knew what was morally wrong and stood up to the nasty men.
I couldn't put it down!
Ann F, Reviewer
What a beautifully written book! It hooks you on the first page and doesn't let go. This is a book you don't want to miss. Loved it from the first page until the last. Thank you Harper 360 via NetGalley for the complimentary copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.
Reviewer 472299
I couldn't put this book down, I loved it! Mystery, history, and of course the beautiful setting of the mysterious Cornwall. Fantastic!
Tera A, Reviewer
Such a good story! I enjoyed the two timelines and how the author describes the scenery. I want to feel like I’m there without being completely burdened with unnecessary details. I enjoyed the mystery and the historical context so much!!
Lauralee J, Reviewer
This was a murder mystery set in two different eras. I really like the switching of the past and the present in order to solve the novel. I found the mystery to be very compelling. Thus, I recommend this fans of Nicola Cornick, Susan’s Kearsley, and Kate Morton!
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