Killingly: A gothic feminist historical thriller, perfect for fans of Sarah Waters and Donna Tartt

In the novel "Killingly," a renowned missing person expert Detective Higham arrives at a prestigious college to investigate the disappearance of Bertha, a beloved student. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a strange story of doomed love, ambition, and tragedy that could shatter the college's glittering reputation. The book is a gothic, turn-of-the-century campus thriller that explores female desire, rage, and ambition, and has received critical acclaim from various publications.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 09 May 2024
Publisher: Atlantic Books

Buckle Up is a gripping tale of murder,mystery and intrigue set in the elite halls of a women s college in 1897. Sarah Waters and Donna Tartt have created a fascinating and complex world that will keep you guessing until the very end. The characters are well-developed and the writing is masterful, with a rich and evocative atmosphere that transports you back to the turn of the century. The plot is intricate and well-plotted, with a shocking twist at the end that will leave you breathless. This is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and mystery.
Sarah Waters and Donna Tartt's novel "Killingly" has been featured in various prestigious publications, including the Sunday Times, New York Times, Apple's Best Books, Amazon's Best Books of June, CrimEREADS Recommendations, and LITHUB's Top Books. Set in 1897, the novel follows Agnes and Bertha, two clever and eccentric misfits at an elite college for young women in New England. One morning, Bertha vanishes, and renowned missing person expert Detective Higham arrives to find the college in chaos. A treasured pearl dagger has disappeared from a student's bedroom, and the most popular debutante on campus is losing her mind. As Higham questions the students and teachers, he unearths a strange story of doomed love, ambition, and tragedy that could shatter the college's glittering reputation forever.

The novel has received widespread acclaim for its gothic atmosphere, great period detail, and a genuine shock at the end. The Sunday Times praised it for its "impressive" Gothic atmosphere, while the Guardian described it as having a "genuine shock at the end." The novel's intricate plot and well-developed characters have also been praised, with The Akron Beacon Journal noting the perfect pacing that grows increasingly shocking as the pages turn.

"Killingly" is a haunting story that will stay with readers long after they finish reading. Elizabeth Lee, author of "Cunning Women," praised the novel for its "haunting" story and its ability to "stay with me long after reading." Martha Conway, author of "The Physician's Daughter," called it "unforgettable" and praised Beutner for her masterful depiction of the intrigue and innuendo of a women's college.

In conclusion, "Killingly" is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and mystery. Sarah Waters and Donna Tartt have created a fascinating and complex world that will keep you guessing until the very end. With its rich and evocative atmosphere, intricate plot, and well-developed characters, the novel has received widespread acclaim and is sure to be a hit with readers for years to come.

Weight: 250g
Dimension: 198 x 130 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838959258