The Other Side of Mrs Wood

Mrs. Wood is London's most celebrated medium, but some of her patrons have canceled their appointments due to reports of American mediums nearly materializing full spirits and audiences no longer satisfied with the knocking on tables and candle theatrics. She decides to take on Emmie, a young protégé, to join her show, but is Emmie Finch the naive ingenue she seems to be?

Format: Hardback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 22 June 2023
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Marian Keyes' 'A Charming Debut That Sparks with Fun and Fizz' is a must-read for anyone looking for a delightful and entertaining novel. The story follows the journey of Mrs. Wood, London's most celebrated medium, as she navigates the competitive world of contacting the Other Side. With decades of experience under her belt, Mrs. Wood has managed to survive and thrive in a field where many have failed. However, she faces a new challenge when some of her patrons cancel their appointments, and reports of American mediums nearly materialising full spirits emerge. At one of her routine gatherings, Mrs. Wood hears a faint, but unmistakable yawn, which sends shivers down her spine.

Determined to spice up her brand, Mrs. Wood decides to take on Emmie, a young protégé, to join her show. But as she gets to know Emmie better, she begins to suspect that she may not be the innocent ingenue she appears to be. Mrs. Wood begins to fear that Emmie poses a more significant threat to her reign and reputation than she could have ever imagined.

The novel is filled with suspense, mystery, and intrigue, as Mrs. Wood tries to uncover the truth about Emmie and protect her own reputation. Keyes' writing is witty and clever, and the characters are well-developed and relatable. The story is paced well, with just the right amount of action and suspense to keep readers engaged from beginning to end.

Overall, 'A Charming Debut That Sparks with Fun and Fizz' is a delightful and captivating novel that is sure to delight fans of mystery and suspense. Marian Keyes has created a memorable and entertaining story that will leave readers eagerly anticipating her next installment.

Weight: 638g
Dimension: 162 x 242 x 40 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008597207