The Orphans
The Orphans by Annemarie Neary, published by National Geographic Books on October 9, 2018, is a gripping narrative that unfolds the story of eight-year-old Jess and her younger brother, who faced a traumatic event when their parents vanished while they played by the water. As the years pass, Jess evolves into a lawyer and mother, striving to safeguard her carefully constructed life, while her brother Ro becomes increasingly unpredictable and obsessive, leading to a tense family dynamic.
In this edition, readers will explore themes of suspense and mystery as new evidence emerges, suggesting that their mother may still be alive. Ro’s return complicates Jess’s life, as he becomes convinced that she is withholding information. The book delves into the complexities of familial relationships and the impact of unresolved trauma, making it a thought-provoking read for those interested in crime and psychological thrillers. With 352 pages, this English-language edition invites readers into a world where the past continues to haunt the present.
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‘Artful and beautifully ambiguous’ Irish Independent
‘Captivating and entertaining’ RTE
Eight-year-old Jess and her little brother were playing at the water’s edge when their parents vanished.
For hours the children held hands and waited for them to return. But nobody ever came back.
Years later, Jess has become a locker of doors. Now a lawyer and a mother, she is determined to protect the life she has built around her. But her brother Ro has grown unpredictable, elusive and obsessive.
When new evidence suggests that their mother might be alive, Ro reappears, convinced that his sister knows more than she claims.
And then bad things start to happen.
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