"Homecoming" by Kate Morton

Kate Morton’s Homecoming is a gripping novel that explores the power of family secrets and the lengths that people will go to protect the ones they love. The book follows the story of Jess, a journalist who is struggling to make ends meet after losing her job in London. When she receives a call that her beloved grandmother, Nora, has fallen and been rushed to the hospital, Jess returns to Sydney to be with her.

While in Nora’s house, Jess discovers a true crime book chronicling the police investigation into a tragedy that happened sixty years ago. The Turner Family Tragedy of Christmas Eve, 1959, was one of the most shocking and perplexing murder cases in the history of South Australia. As Jess delves deeper into the book, she uncovers a shocking connection between her own family and the crime that has never been resolved satisfactorily.

Morton’s writing style is rich and evocative, transporting readers to the hot and dusty Adelaide Hills of 1959 and the bustling city of Sydney in the present day. Her characters are complex and fully realized, and their motivations are always clear. The plot is intricately woven, with twists and turns that keep readers guessing until the very end.

At its heart, Homecoming is a story about the power of family and the lengths that people will go to protect their loved ones. It explores the corrosive effects of secrets and the healing nature of truth, and it asks important questions about what we would do for those we love. Overall, this is a beguiling and immensely satisfying novel from one of the finest writers working today.

One of the strengths of the book is the way in which Morton manages to juggle multiple timelines and storylines without ever losing the reader. The novel spans generations and is told from multiple perspectives, but each thread is expertly woven into the larger tapestry of the story. The book also explores important themes such as the corrosive nature of tightly held secrets and the power of motherhood.

Overall, Homecoming is an excellent novel that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and mystery thrillers. It is a deeply satisfying read that will keep readers guessing until the very end. Morton’s writing is rich and evocative, and her characters are complex and fully realized. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a compelling and thought-provoking read.

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