Fitzpatrick, Aoife

The Red Bird Sings: The chilling, gripping and unforgettable 2023 debut historical gothic novel which everyone is talking about

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ISBN 13:
9780349016672
author:
Fitzpatrick, Aoife
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Virago Press Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2024
Pages:
336
Dimensions:
2.2 x 12.6 x 12.6 centimetres (0
Genre:
Fiction & Literature, Historical Fiction, General,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£10.16

Description

The Red Bird Sings by Aoife Fitzpatrick is a historical fiction novel set in West Virginia in 1897. After Zona Shue's sudden death, her mother Mary Jane has a vision that she was killed by her new husband Trout, the handsome blacksmith of their small town. Convinced but no one believes her, Mary Jane turns to an unlikely ally, Lucy Frye, who has long suspected Trout's power over her friend. As the trial approaches and tensions rise in Greenbrier County, Mary Jane and Lucy must decide whether to reveal Zona's secret. But it is Zona herself, from beyond the grave, who still has one last revelation to make. This gripping story explores themes of love, betrayal, and the power of women in a small town where secrets can be deadly. With its atmospheric setting and strong female characters, The Red Bird Sings is a compelling read for fans of historical fiction.

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