Night Train to Marrakech
Night Train to Marrakech by Dinah Jefferies, published by HarperCollinsPublishers in 2023, is a 464-page novel that invites readers into a journey through Morocco. Set in 1966, the story follows Vicky Baudin as she boards a train in search of her grandmother, whom she has never met. As Vicky travels through the stunning landscapes, she seeks answers about her family’s past, only to discover that the desert conceals dark secrets and dangers that threaten her quest.
This edition presents a narrative rich in historical context, blending elements of action, adventure, and romance against the backdrop of World War II. Readers will encounter themes of family, love, and betrayal as Vicky unravels the mysteries surrounding her lineage. The atmospheric setting of Marrakech, with its vibrant culture and hidden perils, enhances the suspenseful elements of the plot, making it a compelling exploration of personal and historical truths.
Official synopsis Publisher
‘The desert hides dark secrets…’
MARRAKECH 1966
Vicky Baudin steps onto a train winding through Morocco, looking for the grandmother she has never met.
It’s an epic journey that’ll take her to the edge of Atlas Mountains – and closer to the answers she’s been craving all her life.
But dark secrets whisper amongst the dunes. And in unlocking the mystery of Clemence’s past, Vicky will unearth great danger too . . .
Five-star reader reviews for Night Train to Marrakech
‘A love story and a thriller all in one’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Epic storytelling’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Utterly spellbinding’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A book to lose yourself in’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Fabulous, heart-stopping read, absolutely unputdownable in places’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Full of mystery and drama’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Political tensions, murders and love, this book has them all….’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Full of twists and turns’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘A historical novel, this is also a suspenseful thriller’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘Atmospheric, drew me into the souks of Marrakech’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
‘This is a story of family, friendships, love and war’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A ‘gripping story of love, betrayal and danger’ Woman’s Weekly
‘An enthralling story’ Woman
“A world of stunning beauty and extreme danger . . . Dinah Jefferies is at the top of her game.”–GILL PAUL, bestselling author of The Manhattan Girls
“An utterly atmpspheric, gripping read that transports you to Marrakech . . . a real page-turner.”–SUSAN LEWIS, bestselling author of I Know it’s You
“A mouthwatering read, intense and emotional. I loved it. Its characters hooked me irresistibly and stole my heart . . . a wonderful, heart-wrenching tale of love, danger and bone-chilling secrets.”–KATE FURNIVALL, bestselling author of The Survivors
“The seductive colours, sights, sounds and aromas of Marrakech, with a hidden, darker side, are so powerfully evoked that you are instantly transported there.”–LIZ TRENOW, bestselling author of The Secret Sister
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