Deep Water: A Virago Modern Classic

Vic Van Allen is married to Melinda Van Allen, who is beautiful, headstrong, and sexy. When one of her lovers is murdered, Vic hints to her latest conquest that he was responsible, and rumors spread about Vic's vicious streak. It's only a matter of time before Vic really does have blood on his hands.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 03 May 2018
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Melinda Van Allen is a captivating woman with a beautiful, independent, and seductive personality. Unfortunately for Vic Van Allen, she is his wife. Their once-loving relationship has turned sour, and Melinda revels in showcasing her numerous affairs to her husband, Vic. However, when one of her lovers is brutally murdered, Vic drops subtle hints to his latest conquest, suggesting that he might be responsible for the crime. As the rumors of Vic's vicious streak spread, the line between fiction and reality begins to blur. It's only a matter of time before Vic's hands are truly stained with blood.

This intriguing story is included in the VMC 40th anniversary series, which features a collection of notable books. These include "Frost in May" by Antonia White, "The Collected Stories of Grace Paley," "Fire from Heaven" by Mary Renault, "The Magic Toyshop" by Angela Carter, "The Weather in the Streets" by Rosamond Lehmann, "Deep Water" by Patricia Highsmith, "The Return of the Soldier" by Rebecca West, "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston, "Heartburn" by Nora Ephron, "The Dud Avocado" by Elaine Dundy, "Memento Mori" by Muriel Spark, "A View of the Harbour" by Elizabeth Taylor, and "Faces in the Water" by Janet Frame. Each of these books offers a unique perspective and captivating narrative, making the VMC 40th anniversary series a must-read for literature enthusiasts.

Weight: 248g
Dimension: 176 x 136 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780349010328