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Syd Moore
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29 Sep 2011

After her world is shaken by a series of unexplained events, young widow Sarah Grey soon comes to realise that she is the victim of a terrifying haunting by her 19th century namesake … A classic ghost story with a modern twist by a talented new writer in the genre.

Relocated to a coastal town, widowed teacher Sarah Grey is slowly rebuilding her life, along with her young son Alfie. But after an inadvertent séance one drunken night, her world is shaken when she starts to experience frightening visions. She tries to explain them as But Alfie sees them too and Sarah believes that they have become the targets of a terrifying haunting.

Convinced that the ghost is that of a 19th Century local witch and namesake, Sarah delves into local folklore and learns that the witch was thought to have been evil incarnate. When a series of old letters surface, Sarah discovers that nothing and no-one is as it seems, maybe not even the ghost of Sarah Grey…


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  • Paperback: 416 pages
  • Publisher: Avon (29 Sep 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1847562663
  • ISBN-13: 978-1847562661
  • Product Dimensions: 12.9 x 19.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (99 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 31,843 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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‘A stunning reinvention of the ghost story and an exploration of a 19th-century Essex witch hunt.’ The Guardian

‘A goose-pimply old-fashioned ghost story.’ Christopher Fowler, author of the Bryant and May series

‘A must-read for historical fiction fans. Its vivid descriptions will leave even the toughest of souls with goose pimples.’ Closer

About the Author

Syd Moore is the author of The Drowning Pool, a novel inspired by the legend of a 19th Century Essex woman – the Sea Witch Sarah Moore. She is also co-creator of Super Strumps, the game that reclaims female stereotypes through the medium of Top Trumps, and was founding editor of Level 4, an arts and culture magazine based in South Essex. She has worked extensively in publishing and the book trade and presented Channel 4’s late night book programme, Pulp.


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35 of 39 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Much More Than a Ghost Story 2 Oct 2011
Format:Paperback
'The Drowning Pool' is Syd Moore's debut novel. However, there is no indication in her writing style that Syd is not a veteran of several titles. The story is set in the ancient fishing village of Leigh-on-Sea, Essex. The framework for the plot is based on some well researched history involving a local sea witch,'Sarah Moore'. For the purpose of the book 'Sarah Moore' has been changed to 'Sarah Grey'.

The fictional aspect of the story centres around a recently bereaved widow (also Sarah Grey) who moves to Leigh-on-Sea with her young son. Her intention is to start a new, calm and emotionally secure life. This quest is shattered one night after an 'accidental' seance unleashes ghostly apparitions and materialisations.

Syd Moore has a very talented knack when it comes to making her characters believable and vulnerable. I especially got hooked on Sarah's enigmatic yet malevolent boss, Andrew McWhittard. Syd also manages to capture difficult emotions, such as bereavement and lonliness, with apparent ease.

'The Drowning Pool' is classed as a ghost story and it is. But, the narrative works on several levels as the relationships between friends, work colleagues snd those departed are masterfully explored.

Whilst I was reading this novel I found myself reflecting on little chunks which almost seemed as though they had been written with an insight into my own history, my own feelings. Then I realised that anyone, anywhere in the world, would also be able to relate to their own chunks of personal reflection.

Syd Moore is a talented and empathetic writer who must be very proud of this, her first novel. I am looking forward to her next book 'Afterlife', which I believe will be published in 2012.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic ghost stort 24 Mar 2013
Format:Paperback
If you love a gripping ghost story then this has to be on the top of your list. A truly awesome writer that gets you totally gripped within the first few turns of the page. If,like me you prefer to read UK based ghost/horror stories then this book really is for you. I can honestly say that this is one of my all time favourites, definately in my top 3.
Syd Moore,s follow up The Witch Hunt is a must also!!
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28 of 34 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars entices you with intrigue & mystery 2 Oct 2011
By Arantha
Format:Paperback
I lost a decent night's sleep because I picked this up to read just before bed (as you do) and couldn't put it down. The way Syd describes the scenes is so full of detail you feel like you are actually there. I love the fact that Sarah's life is so down-to-earth and seemingly normal - it could be any one of my friends ... and then to read how things unfold ...... Well! (It's so hard not to give anything away here - lol)

A wonderful blend of Syd's imagination and local myth and legends, it makes you wonder if it is actually true.

Best book I have read in a long while.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great storytelling
Interesting story unfolds with great characters and descriptions.
A satisfying read and one I would recommend.
More than just a ghost story
Published 16 days ago by Mr. R. Thomas
1.0 out of 5 stars Kindle
Sorry but I have not read this yet. Please have a star button for this sort of rating. I am having to think up things to say now.
Published 26 days ago by Elizabeth L. Berry
3.0 out of 5 stars Not what I was expecting...
At all. A distinctly weird combo of ghost story and twee chick-lit (widowed heroine, cute as hell son, mean & moody Scottish teacher/ex-reverend/beefcake/widower). Read more
Published 1 month ago by Hoopler
5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
Enjoyed this. A bit different, well written, definitely engaging, and interesting to see it is based in Essex. Read more
Published 1 month ago by C. J. Mitchell
5.0 out of 5 stars I read my eyes out
I was looking forward to reading this as I really enjoyed Witch Hunt when that came out last year. I love a good ghost story and this story really fit the bill. Read more
Published 1 month ago by L K Jay
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic read
LOved this book so much read it over two nights. Could not put it down. Includes some good twists and turns. The story takes you on her journey. The highs and lows. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Kerry Hurley
1.0 out of 5 stars Very Disappointing and Too Slow
After reading the blurb, I was expecting so much from this book, really thought I was in for a good, creepy ghost story. As it turned out, I was very disppointed. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Alan Toner
5.0 out of 5 stars A very good book
Loved this book i felt i had to look over my shoulder at the turn of nearly every page. fantastic read well done
Published 2 months ago by Alison mcconnell
3.0 out of 5 stars The drowning pool
Well I was really looking forward to reading this book as it seemed like my type of story. It was a good story line but was quite difficult to read I found. Read more
Published 2 months ago by LooLoo
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant read
Tried this as it was a free book. Couldn't put it down. Really kept me hooked and was well written. Just bought he second book and hope it's as good
Published 2 months ago by woosha
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