The Sunday Times Top Ten Bestseller, longlisted for the Orwell Prize for Political Fiction. From the acclaimed author of Ghost Wall, Sarah Moss' Summerwater is a devastating story told over twenty-four hours in the Scottish highlands . . . 'Superb' - The Times 'Sharp, searching . . . utterly of the moment' - Hilary Mantel 'So accomplished' - Guardian It is the summer solstice, but in a faded Scottish cabin park the rain is unrelenting. Twelve people on holiday with their families look on as the skies remain resolutely grey. A woman goes running up the Ben as if fleeing; a teenage boy chances the dark waters of the loch in his kayak; a retired couple head out despite the downpour, driving too fast on the familiar bends. But there are newcomers too, and one particular family, a mother and daughter with the wrong clothes and the wrong manners, start to draw the attention of the others. Who are they? Where are they from? Should they be here at all? As darkness finally falls, something is unravelling . . . 'A masterpiece' - Jessie Burton 'One of her best' - Irish Times 'Beautifully written, intense, powerful' - David Nicholls
Sarah Moss
Sarah Moss is a British writer known for her insightful and thought-provoking novels that often explore themes of history, family, and identity. Her works are characterized by their lyrical prose, meticulous research, and keen observations of human nature.
One of her most notable works is "Ghost Wall," a novel that follows a teenage girl who joins an archaeological dig with her family and becomes entangled in a dangerous reenactment of Iron Age rituals. This novel showcases Moss's skill in blending history with contemporary issues and her ability to create tension and suspense in her storytelling.
Moss's contributions to literature lie in her ability to shed light on the complexities of human relationships and the ways in which the past shapes our present. Her works have had a significant impact on the literary genre of contemporary fiction, earning her critical acclaim and a dedicated readership.
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