The Golden Key
The Golden Key by Marian Womack, published by Titan Books on February 18, 2020, is a 336-page work that immerses readers in a mysterious world filled with the uncanny. Set in 1901 England, following the death of Queen Victoria, the narrative explores themes of the occult and supernatural as Helena Walton-Cisneros, known for her talent in locating the lost, is tasked by Lady Matthews to unravel the twenty-year-old mystery surrounding the disappearance of her three stepdaughters in the Norfolk Fens.
Readers will encounter a blend of fantasy and mystery as Helena navigates a landscape steeped in folk tales and dark magic. The story delves into the eerie atmosphere of the Fens, where local legends intertwine with the search for truth. As Helena confronts the challenges posed by this age-old land, she discovers that the secrets of the Fenland are ultimately revealed, making her journey both compelling and complex. This edition offers a unique exploration of women sleuths and the supernatural, inviting readers to engage with its intricate narrative.
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“…Part Shirley Jackson’s stories of inner demons, part Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland…part Astrid Lindgren’s faith in children’s resilience and part ghost story.”
“Enter a mysterious world in the hands of capable women. Getting drawn into this story is easy; getting out again is trickier.”
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1901. After the death of Queen Victoria, England heaves with the uncanny. Séances are held and the dead are called upon from darker realms.
Helena Walton-Cisneros, known for her ability to find the lost and the displaced, is hired by the elusive Lady Matthews to solve a twenty-year-old mystery: the disappearance of her three stepdaughters who vanished without a trace on the Norfolk Fens.
But the Fens are an age-old land, where folk tales and dark magic still linger. The locals speak of devilmen and catatonic children are found on the Broads. Here, Helena finds what she was sent for, as the Fenland always gives up its secrets, in the end…
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