The Shadow Key
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Richard Harrington
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Meirionydd, 1783. Henry Talbot has been dismissed from his post at a prestigious London hospital. The only job he can find is as a physician in the backwaters of Wales where he can't speak the language, belief in myth and magic is rife, and the villagers treat him with bewildering suspicion. When Henry discovers his predecessor died under mysterious circumstances, he is determined to find answers.
Linette Tresilian, the unconventional mistress of Plas Helyg, lives a lonely life. Her father is long dead, her mother haunted by demons which keep her locked away in her room, and her cousin treats her with cool disdain - she has had no choice but to become fiercely self-reliant.
Linette has always suspected something is not quite right in the village, but it is only through Henry's investigations that the truth about those closest to her will come to light...a truth that will bind hers and Henry's destinies together in ways neither thought possible.
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Critic reviews
'A gripping narrative in which secrets from the past are slowly and ingeniously revealed' Sunday Times, Historical Fiction Book of the Month
'An immersive, evocative story full of romance and intrigue' Red
'Romantic, suspenseful and beautifully written...a glorious treat' Daily Mail
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- caroline
- 14-08-24
Great story
The narrators voice and tone were beautiful in this story set in Wales. A great mystery. I loved this.
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- Amazon Customer
- 12-09-24
Fantastic narration of a good story
I really enjoyed this book - the story was different to anything I’ve read or heard before, the characters were interesting, and the story pulled me in from the beginning.
The narrator, Richard Harrington, was absolutely brilliant. He has a pleasant voice, his Welsh accent is perfect for this story, and he has made me want to check whether he’s narrated anything else.
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- Mrs D.
- 23-03-25
Beautifully read, the Welsh accent made the prose sound like poetry
The story had good pace and content, the characters were believable and well realised and the backdrop of the Welsh landscape and language added another layer of interest. I found myself turning back to listen to this story at every opportunity
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- mary
- 03-05-24
Good listen
This was a good listening book. I enjoyed it a bit slow at times though like the Ending.
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- Amazon Customer
- 08-10-24
Gripping Gothic
Absolutely gripping gothic, beautifully read and written. If you like this genre, or even if you don't, I would highly recommend as it is a great story.
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- Cas Perry
- 03-04-25
Intriguing story with excellent narrator
I found this book thoroughly enjoyable. The narrator was first class & so well matched to the story & atmosphere. The plot is very cleverly laid & characters brought to life by their descriptions. It’s a book you don’t want to get to the end of as it will be hard to match!
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- Kate
- 14-06-24
Fantastic narrator!
Having sat through more than my share of terrible accents in my audiobook time I was hoping they'd have picked a Welsh narrator - and he's brilliant. He really brought the text to life and honestly I could listen to him read IKEA instructions, such a beautiful voice. Really enjoyed the book, it did get a bit predictable towards the end but all in all a really fabulous read. Highly recommend!
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- Paul Davis
- 15-09-24
Great gothic novel
Plenty of atmosphere. Great sense of menace especially early on. Well read throughout. Very enjoyable.
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- james stewart orr
- 22-06-24
Excellent
Had me hooked from start to finish, fantastic listen. Enjoyed every minute. Would wholeheartedly recommend.
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- Knitting Bee
- 10-06-24
Loved this book
A good story with lyrical prose and some likeable characters, enhanced by the beautiful voice of the narrator, I didn’t want it to end .
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