The Dance Tree
The BBC Between the Covers Book Club Pick
(Author) Kiran Millwood HargraveThe gripping new novel from Kiran Millwood Hargrave, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Mercies 'Intriguing, haunting, beautiful' - Jennifer Saint, author of Ariadne 'I absolutely loved this book' - Elodie Harper, author of The Wolf Den Lisbet is pregnant, and frightened she will lose this child, too, when the arrival of a stranger upends her world, and promises to change her understanding of love forever. Ida's life seems simple - she is married, her family fully formed - but a buried secret threatens to destroy her peaceful existence. Nethe has just returned from years in exile, punishment for a crime no one will name. As a mysterious dance plague takes hold of the city of Strasbourg, all three women become entangled in a web of deceit and clandestine passion that has them dancing to a dangerous tune. 'Exceptionally brilliant. Sensual, compelling' - Marian Keyes 'Extraordinary, enthralling' Sunday Times
Kiran Millwood Hargrave
Kiran Millwood Hargrave is a British author known for her captivating storytelling and lyrical prose. She has written several acclaimed novels, including "The Girl of Ink & Stars," which won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize in 2017. Hargrave's works often explore themes of adventure, friendship, and the power of storytelling. She is praised for her ability to create immersive worlds and complex characters that resonate with readers of all ages. Hargrave's impact on the literary genre of children's literature is significant, as she continues to push boundaries and challenge conventions in her writing. Her most famous work, "The Girl of Ink & Stars," is a testament to her talent and creativity as a storyteller.