A Helping Hand
A Helping Hand by Celia Dale, published by Valancourt Books on March 21, 2023, is a psychological thriller that delves into the unsettling dynamics of human relationships. This edition spans 174 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Josh and Maisie Evans, a middle-aged couple on holiday in Italy, who encounter Mrs. Fingal, an elderly woman living unhappily with her niece. As they consider offering her a place in their home, the story unfolds to reveal the complexities and potential dangers of their seemingly benevolent intentions.
Readers will find a chilling exploration of psychological terror as the plot examines the darker aspects of kindness and the hidden evils that can exist beneath a respectable exterior. The themes of horror and psychological tension are woven throughout the narrative, inviting reflection on the nature of altruism and the consequences of seemingly harmless decisions. A Helping Hand presents a thought-provoking look at domestic life and the unsettling truths that can emerge when boundaries are crossed.
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Josh and Maisie Evans are a seemingly ordinary middle-aged couple on holiday in Italy, where they meet Mrs. Fingal, an elderly woman living unhappily with her niece. Josh and Maisie have a spare room, and everyone might be better off if Mrs. Fingal moved in with them instead. After all, they’re always glad to lend a helping hand. Especially to a lonely and wealthy old lady . . .
First published in 1966, Celia Dale’s A Helping Hand is a chilling work of psychological terror that explores the true evil that often lurks just behind a respectable façade.
‘The accuracy, understanding and quiet wit of Jane Austen – plus murder.’ – H. R. F. Keating
‘Quiet, clever, subtle – and terrifying.’ – Ruth Rendell
‘Celia Dale has created an established corner in tales of domestic terror.’ – Daily Telegraph
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