Beautiful Mourning
Beautiful Mourning by Sarah Miles, published by Phoenix in 1999, is a novel that follows film designer Ned Nugent as he navigates a pivotal moment in his life. Disillusioned with Hollywood, Ned returns to England seeking authenticity and a sense of normalcy. Upon his arrival, he encounters the charming Lavender, who introduces him to her intriguing family, the Macnamaras, each with their own eccentricities and complexities.
Readers will find a rich exploration of relationships and the nuances of reality as Ned becomes entwined with the Macnamara clan. The narrative delves into themes of seduction, family dynamics, and the haunting shadows of the past, particularly through the character of Beth, who embodies the essence of England for Ned. This New Ed edition spans 307 pages and is presented in English, offering a unique glimpse into the interplay between personal aspirations and the realities of life.
Official synopsis Publisher
Film designer Ned Nugent is at a crossroads. Disillusioned with Hollywood he returns to England, to what he thinks is real life and a measure of sanity. But no sooner has he set foot in King¿s Road than he is picked up by a precocious and utterly delightful nymphet Lavender, who whisks him home to meet her family. Just how real is reality, Ned wonders, as he is introduced to the exotic Macnamara clan: to Lavender¿s mother, Rose, who has made seduction her life¿s work; to the dashing Aunt Tottie and her outrageous hats; and to Beth, who smells intriguingly of new mown hay and who soon represents everything about England Ned holds hear. But Ned has yet to discover that the Macnamaras are haunted by their past ¿ and Beth is haunted by a panther …
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