Leopard at the Door
Leopard at the Door by Jennifer McVeigh, published by G.P. Putnam’s Sons in 2017, is a historical fiction novel that explores themes of self-discovery and betrayal set against the backdrop of Kenya during the decline of the British Empire. The narrative follows Rachel, who returns to her childhood home after six years in England, only to find it transformed by her father’s new companion and the increasingly volatile political climate. As tensions rise with the threat of the Mau Mau uprising, Rachel grapples with her identity and the complexities of her past.
In this edition, readers will encounter Rachel’s journey as she navigates her changed surroundings and the challenges of reconciling her personal desires with the societal upheaval around her. The story delves into her covert relationship that leads to a significant act of betrayal, revealing the intricate dynamics of power and secrecy. With a page count of 404, this book offers a deep exploration of the historical context and personal conflicts that define Rachel’s experience in a tumultuous era.
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“Set in Kenya against the fading backdrop of the British Empire, a story of self-discovery, betrayal, and an impossible love. After six years in England, Rachel has returned to Kenya and the farm where she spent her childhood, but the beloved home she’d longed for is much changed. Her father’s new companion–a strange, intolerant woman–has taken over the household. The political climate in the country grows more unsettled by the day and is approaching the boiling point. And looming over them all is the threat of the Mau Mau, a secret society intent on uniting the native Kenyans and overthrowing the whites. As Rachel struggles to find her place in her home and her country, she initiates a covert relationship, one that will demand from her a gross act of betrayal. One man knows her secret, and he has made it clear how she can buy his silence. But she knows something of her own, something she has never told anyone. And her knowledge brings her power”–! Provided by publisher
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