The confession
The Confession by Jessie Burton, published by Pan Macmillan on September 3, 2020, is a novel that intertwines the lives of two women across different decades. Set against the backdrop of 1980s Hampstead Heath and the allure of Los Angeles, the story follows Elise Morceau as she becomes captivated by the enigmatic writer Constance Holden. As Elise navigates the glamorous yet deceptive world surrounding Connie, she faces a pivotal moment that alters her life trajectory.
Readers will encounter themes of ambition, identity, and the search for truth as the narrative shifts to Rose Simmons, who seeks to uncover the mystery of her mother’s disappearance. With a page count of 453, this edition invites exploration into the complexities of relationships and the impact of choices made in the pursuit of dreams. The novel delves into the contrasting experiences of its characters, highlighting the allure of fame and the hidden truths that often lie beneath the surface.
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“One winter’s afternoon on Hampstead Heath in 1980, Elise Morceau meets Constance Holden and quickly falls under her spell. Connie is bold and alluring, a successful writer whose novel is being turned into a major Hollywood film. Elise follows Connie to LA, a city of strange dreams and swimming pools and late-night gatherings of glamorous people. But whilst Connie thrives on the heat and electricity of this new world where everyone is reaching for the stars and no one is telling the truth, Elise finds herself floundering. When she overhears a conversation at a party that turns everything on its head, Elise makes an impulsive decision that will change her life forever. Three decades later, Rose Simmons is seeking answers about her mother, who disappeared when she was a baby. Having learned that the last person to see her was Constance Holden, a reclusive novelist who withdrew from public life at the peak of her fame, Rose is drawn to the door of Connie’s imposing house in search of a confession . . .”–Publisher description
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