Moonlight and the Pearler's Daughter
An Atmospheric Historical Mystery With a Courageous Heroine Intent on the Truth
by Lizzie Pook
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Pub Date 3 Mar 2022 | Archive Date 3 Mar 2022
Pan Macmillan | Mantle
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Description
Picked as one of Stylist magazine's 'Fiction Books You Can't Miss' and longlisted for the HWA Debut Crown Award.
Fortune favours the brave in Lizzie Pook's mesmerising and fiercely feminist historical novel, Moonlight and the Pearler's Daughter.
'Immersive storytelling, a rollicking mystery and a take-no-prisoners heroine' – Stylist
1896, Bannin Bay, Australia. When British pearl-boat captain Charles Brightwell goes missing out at sea, rumours of mutiny and murder swell within the bay's dens and back alleys. Only his headstrong daughter, Eliza, refuses to believe her father is dead, and sets out on a dangerous journey to uncover the truth.
But in a town teeming with corruption, prejudice, and blackmail, Eliza soon learns that the answers she seeks might cost more than pearls. How much is she willing to sacrifice to find them?
‘Tense and vividly atmospheric, with a determined, independent heroine intent on the truth ’ - Jennifer Saint, author of Ariadne
'Adventure, feminist heroine, grief, love and hope . . . Lizzie shines a light on a dark part of British history with grace, skill, sensitivity and honesty. I LOVED IT' - Nikki May, author of Wahala
Advance Praise
'Gritty, lyrical, breathtaking. I couldn’t put it down, drawn in by its vividly-drawn characters and wealth of historical detail'
Fiona Valpy, author of The Dressmaker's Gift
'This is a stunning debut. From the very first line, this novel drew me fully into its gritty yet captivating world... a memorable picture of ambition, sacrifice and corruption while exploring personal loss as driving force. I will never look at a string of pearls in quite the same way'
Charmaine Wilkerson, author of Black Cake
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781529072846 |
| PRICE | £14.99 (GBP) |
| PAGES | 304 |
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