Where Water Lies

Eliza has spent two lives controlled by someone else's secret, but she can't help searching for Maggie. When she spots a woman who looks like her, she begins to wonder if learning the truth will set her free or drag her down deeper.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 01 June 2024
Publisher: Amazon Publishing

Eliza has led two distinct lives, one preceding her intense teenage friendship with Eric and Maggie, and the other following its catastrophic dissolution during a single afternoon. She regards Eric and Maggie as irreplaceable, leading her to refrain from forming new connections. Consequently, she exists alone, spending each morning reminiscing about her memories while swimming in Hampstead Ponds, her guilt consistently lingering just beneath the surface.

Twenty years have elapsed, yet Eliza's relentless pursuit of Maggie persists. One day, she encounters a woman who bears a striking resemblance to Maggie. Eliza has spent half her life contemplating the events of that fateful afternoon and the potential return of Maggie. However, memories can be misleading, and as the past and present converge, Eliza begins to question: will uncovering the truth liberate her or lead her further into darkness?

Eliza's journey to unravel the truth is fraught with complexities. As she delves deeper into her memories, she encounters individuals who may hold vital clues to the truth. However, their accounts are fragmented and conflicting, leaving Eliza uncertain about whom to trust. Furthermore, the more she learns, the more she realizes that the truth may not be as straightforward as she had anticipated.

In this intricate web of lies and secrets, Eliza must navigate treacherous waters and confront her own demons. She must confront the pain and betrayal she has experienced, as well as the consequences of her actions. The truth may be painful, but it is also the key to her freedom.

Ultimately, Eliza's decision to seek the truth will have profound implications for her life. It may bring closure to a chapter of her past that has haunted her for decades, or it may lead her down a path of self-destruction. Only time will tell what the future holds for Eliza, but one thing is certain: she will never stop searching for the truth, no matter how long it takes.

Weight: 302g
Dimension: 131 x 198 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781542036597