The Unseen A Novel
The Unseen by Katherine Webb, published by HarperCollins on May 22, 2012, is a novel that explores themes of love, deception, and illusion. Set in a Berkshire village in 1911, the story follows Reverend Albert Canning and his naive wife, Hester, whose tranquil lives are disrupted by the arrival of two new individuals: Cat, a rebellious maid from London, and Robin Durrant, an expert in the occult. As the summer unfolds, the dynamics within the household shift dramatically, leading to unforeseen consequences.
Readers will find a narrative rich with tension as Cat navigates her ambitions and Robin captivates those around him, creating a volatile atmosphere filled with jealousy and desire. The novel delves into the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of a seemingly idyllic setting, ultimately culminating in a dramatic turn of events. With 464 pages, this edition presents a detailed exploration of the characters’ intertwined fates, inviting readers to engage with the unfolding drama.
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From Katherine Webb, the author of the acclaimed international bestseller The Legacy, comes a compelling tale of love, deception, and illusion
A vicar with a passion for nature, the Reverend Albert Canning leads a happy existence with his naive wife, Hester, in their sleepy Berkshire village in the year 1911. But as the English summer dawns, the Cannings’ lives are forever changed by two new arrivals: Cat, their new maid, a disaffected, free-spirited young woman sent down from London after entanglements with the law; and Robin Durrant, a leading expert in the occult, enticed by tales of elemental beings in the water meadows nearby.
Quickly finding a place for herself in the underbelly of local society, Cat secretly plots her escape. Meanwhile, Robin, a young man of considerable magnetic charm and beauty, soon becomes an object of fascination and desire. Sweltering in the oppressive summer heat, the peaceful rectory turns into a hotbed of dangerous ambition, forbidden love, and jealousy—a potent mixture of emotions that ultimately leads to murder.
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