Description
The Lantern by Deborah Lawrenson is a Gothic mystery novel set in the atmospheric countryside of Provence, combining romance, secrets, murder and psychological suspense.
Eve falls for the mysterious Dom and moves with him to Les Genévriers, an abandoned house surrounded by lavender fields. At first, the house seems enchanting, filled with hidden rooms, secret vaults and beautiful objects. But as Dom becomes increasingly distant, Eve grows suspicious of his past—and particularly of his beautiful, mysterious ex-wife, Rachel.
As the atmosphere in the house darkens, Eve begins to sense a presence around her. Strange changes in the house and unexplained occurrences make her question whether she is experiencing something supernatural or whether the danger is much more real.
The story also reaches into the past, revealing the tragic history of Bénédicte Lincel, the former owner of the house, and long-buried family secrets that threaten to surface.
A good choice for readers who enjoy Gothic fiction, mystery, psychological suspense, romance, haunted houses and atmospheric historical secrets.
