Half Moon Lake
Half Moon Lake by Brenda Dow, published by Ulverscroft in May 2004, is a work of fiction that delves into the complexities of family life. The narrative follows Grace, who grew up in the isolated town of Preachers Bay, Northern Ireland, under the influence of her widowed mother and superstitious neighbors. The story unfolds as Grace reflects on her past, particularly a pivotal summer evening when a stranger sought refuge in their home, leading her to experience a long-denied love.
In this edition, readers will find a rich exploration of Grace’s childhood and the emotional struggles she faced, including her relationship with her mother and the impact of her first love. As she lies in a hospital bed two decades later, her memories reveal the intertwined nature of love and hate within her life. This 515-page novel provides a deep look into the themes of longing and the complexities of familial bonds, inviting readers to consider how past experiences shape one’s identity.
Official synopsis Publisher
‘Sometimes it takes a long, long time to know that love and hate can co-exist quite comfortably in the soul, but I learned quickly.’Grace grew up in the shadow of her widowed mother and her superstitious, overbearing neighbours in the remote town of Preachers Bay, Northern Ireland. When one summer evening, a stranger knocked on their door, desperately seeking refuge, Grace helped to nurse him back to health. At last she experienced the love that she had innocently yet dementedly craved and that had long been denied.Now, two decades later, as she lies in a hospital bed in semi-consciousness, Grace thinks back to her childhood and that steamy summer of 1976. Finally, we learn the truth behind her lifelong reclusiveness, her relationship with her mother and her first love.
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