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The writing is so vivid that we became completely lost in the Tide family's world - this one's going to go far - GOOD HOUSEKEEPING
The Tides in Hannah Richell's forceful debut are a family ... the revelations of what happened, and the burden of guilt the Tides carry, are powerfully evoked in a classy melodrama with very well-realised characters. Once you start reading, you'll be hooked - A.N. Wilson, READERS DIGEST
This confident debut novel is a dark but compelling read. The characters are so believable your heart will ache for their pain, and you'll be driven to ask yourself the question - could you forgive and forget? - CANDIS
The Tides in Hannah Richell's forceful debut are a family ... the revelations of what happened, and the burden of guilt the Tides carry, are powerfully evoked in a classy melodrama with very well-realised characters. Once you start reading, you'll be hooked - A.N. Wilson, READERS DIGEST
This confident debut novel is a dark but compelling read. The characters are so believable your heart will ache for their pain, and you'll be driven to ask yourself the question - could you forgive and forget? - CANDIS
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Every family has a secret: a dramatic family saga with a dark thread of suspense lurking at its heart.
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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Hannah Richell's debut novel is based around what happens to the Tide family following a tragic event. This fast-paced book is mainly narrated by Dora the youngest daughter of Richard and Helen both in the present day as well as eleven years previously when tragedy struck the family. Dora wants to understand what happened on the day in question and the aftermath, but are her mother, father and eldest sister ready to share what they know?
This story has strong themes of guilt, forgiveness and how a single event can change family dynamics. All the main characters are well defined and realistic, Dora is especially likeable. Hannah Richell has also given the supporting characters a lot of attention, so Bill the gardener and Violet the friend are also well-rounded. characters The underlying suspense in this book gives it a fresh feel so it is quite hard to categorise into any particular genre but I would suggest that anyone who enjoys family sagas will enjoy this book.
This story has strong themes of guilt, forgiveness and how a single event can change family dynamics. All the main characters are well defined and realistic, Dora is especially likeable. Hannah Richell has also given the supporting characters a lot of attention, so Bill the gardener and Violet the friend are also well-rounded. characters The underlying suspense in this book gives it a fresh feel so it is quite hard to categorise into any particular genre but I would suggest that anyone who enjoys family sagas will enjoy this book.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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This is an easy to read but ultimately very very sad book.
Dora is expecting her first baby but because of the horrific events in her past she is very unsure whether or not
to go ahead with this pregnancy. She returns home to her mother to confront her past head on.
Much of this novel is set in the past which for me l feel sometimes is implausible but this written so skilfully
that it feels right. The descriptions of the environment are so vivid that l could imagine the scenes in my minds
eye. I was absolutely amazed to read such an excellent book by a first time author, this is a brilliant debut
novel and l will certainly be buying her next one in fact l cannot wait.
Dora is expecting her first baby but because of the horrific events in her past she is very unsure whether or not
to go ahead with this pregnancy. She returns home to her mother to confront her past head on.
Much of this novel is set in the past which for me l feel sometimes is implausible but this written so skilfully
that it feels right. The descriptions of the environment are so vivid that l could imagine the scenes in my minds
eye. I was absolutely amazed to read such an excellent book by a first time author, this is a brilliant debut
novel and l will certainly be buying her next one in fact l cannot wait.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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Dora is expecting her first child but, haunted by the past, is not sure that she wants to go through with it. So begins an exploration into the past told in her own words, her sister Cassie's and her Mother Helen's.
A past which has given Dora nightmares and driven Cassie to attempted suicide.
Going backwards and forwards it is a family history of passion, adultery and emotional cruelty..
All the characters are beautifully developed by Hannah Richell and descriptions of the surroundings so vivid you almost feel you are there watching the story unfold.
An excellent book not to be missed if you enjoy family sagas with a touch of mystery.
A past which has given Dora nightmares and driven Cassie to attempted suicide.
Going backwards and forwards it is a family history of passion, adultery and emotional cruelty..
All the characters are beautifully developed by Hannah Richell and descriptions of the surroundings so vivid you almost feel you are there watching the story unfold.
An excellent book not to be missed if you enjoy family sagas with a touch of mystery.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
the life of the tides
This novel tells the story of one family through past and present. It is at times heart rendering...but it is an easy to read book. I highly recommend it. A great debut novel.
Published 10 days ago by devils-taboo clubwear
Secrets of the Tides
Great read,couldn't put it down,twists and turns throughout.Not an author I was familiar with but will definately be on the lookout for more from Hannah Richell.
Published 11 days ago by cybashan
secrets of the tides
I have just finished this book and was impressed with this debut novel.It is about a family torn apart by tragedy and the secrets it reveals afterwards. Read more
Published 12 days ago by E. Sanders
Turning the Tide.
With a clever title, double entendre as it were, and an enticing cover, this immediately appealed to me and I am glad that I chose it. Read more
Published 17 days ago by Mrs. Katharine Kirby
forgiveness?
What a wonderful, compelling piece of storytelling.A story of guilt,secrets and lies and how it can tear a family apart. Read more
Published 21 days ago by schoolescort
Very moving
I found this book gripping all the way through, the characters are all different and interesting. The tragedy in the story is so believable and brought home how very easily... Read more
Published 24 days ago by Al Eudoxia
Good story, disappointing ending
I had been putting off reading this debut from Hannah Richell as I thought it was going to be a typical chick-lit nonsense but 'Secrets of the Tides' goes way beyond any usual... Read more
Published 1 month ago by VPeanuts
Secrets of the Tides
Secrets of the Tides is a serious, contemporary family story. And it is utterly believable.
It begins with Dora, who has a successful career and a stable relationship. Read more
It begins with Dora, who has a successful career and a stable relationship. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Fleur Fisher
Will stay with you a long time after you've finished reading
Before our journey with Dora begins, the prologue intrigues the reader. We know someone is in enough pain they want to gain the ultimate freedom but we don't know who it is or... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Shazjera
Don't keep this a Secret!
I have to confess that this book isn't one that caught my attention until a review copy arrived on my doorstep, and I initially dismissed it as something I wouldn't really like to... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Chloe S "Chick Lit Chloe"
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