Cottingley Cuckoo

Rose, a young woman working at a care home, is captivated by books and stories and dreams of a more fulfilling life. Charlotte Favell, an elderly resident, offers her a mysterious and aged stack of letters about the Cottingley Fairies, which she later dismisses as a hoax. When Rose discovers she is unexpectedly pregnant, she begins to entertain dark thoughts about her baby and its origins.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 14 April 2021
Publisher: Titan Books Ltd

Rose, a book-loving soul, yearns for a more fulfilling existence, yearning to escape the confines of the Sunnyside Care Home, where she works tirelessly to support herself and her beloved boyfriend. Her dreams are filled with hope that this situation will be temporary. However, her path intertwines with that of Charlotte Favell, an elderly resident with a peculiar and sinister interest in Rose. Despite her initial apprehension, Charlotte presents an unexpected glimpse of enchantment, offering a mysterious and aged stack of letters that delve into the enigmatic realm of the Cottingley Fairies. These photographs, once deemed a hoax by Arthur Conan Doyle, have captured the hearts of many, including Rose. The author of these letters, driven by unwavering belief, insists on presenting proof of the fairies' existence, igniting Rose's curiosity. With a thirst for knowledge, Rose eagerly delves into the letters, but Charlotte imposes strict conditions, allowing her to read only when she deems fit.

Unbeknownst to Rose, a new chapter unfolds in her life, as she discovers an unexpected pregnancy. The contents of the letters grow increasingly menacing, and inexplicable events begin to haunt her home. Shadows of doubt cast upon her baby's origins, stirring dark thoughts within her mind. Is this mere depression, or is something darker taking root? As Rose navigates this tumultuous journey, she must confront the truth and unravel the mysteries that surround her, risking everything she holds dear.

Weight: 274g
Dimension: 130 x 198 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789096859