![]() ![]() ![]() The Christie Affair is both enthralling and beguiling, and will keep readers guessing until the very last page' The story combines dark pasts, dangerous liaisons and unforeseen twists into a masterful work reminiscent of one of Christie’s enigmatic works. Fiona Davis, author of The Lions of Fifth Avenue Nina de Gramont’s novel shines on so many levels, it’s hard to keep count: as an ode to Agatha Christie’s legacy, as a dashing love story, and as a tribute to complicated, determined women. Natalie Jenner, author of The Jane Austen Society This tale of two very different women who want the very same things in life forges surprising bonds both with its characters and the reader, deliciously subverting our notions of what makes a heroine, mother, writer and wife' 'Immersive, reflexive and propulsive, The Christie Affair is an extremely impressive literary debut which reveals its hidden themes and secrets through a narrative dance brilliantly done. Therese Fowler, author of A Good Neighborhood 'Nina de Gramont’s skillful storytelling is exceeded only by her tenderness for her characters, and I was swept up, turning the pages and savoring them, too. Christina Baker Kline, author of Orphan Train and The Exiles The unlikely alliances, complex motivations and jaw-dropping surprises will keep you riveted until the very last page' Nina de Gramont takes you on an adventure through the English countryside with as many twists and turns as, well, an Agatha Christie novel. 'A delight: intriguing, fast-paced, and elegantly written. Paula McLain, author of The Paris Wife and When the Stars Go Dark I loved every page, and will be recommending this to everyone I know!' 'The Christie Affair is a pitch-perfect hat-trick of a novel, delivering a fascinating glimpse into history, with the sensational and unexplained disappearance of Agatha Christie, a layered and completely satisfying murder mystery, and a moving, emotional rendering of love, loss, revenge and redemption – all with effortlessly stunning prose. Kristin Hannah, bestselling author of Firefly Lane and The Four Winds ![]() Nina de Gramont takes this thread of a story and weaves it into a rich and vibrant tapestry' ![]() #JEANNE M DAMS SHADOWS OF DOUBT FULL#Full of unexpected twists and written in beautiful prose. An astonishingly clever novel that manages to be both a deeply satisfying mystery and a profoundly moving story about lost love and the many ways in which grief can shape one’s character. ' The Christie Affair is a genuine marvel. ‘Ingenious’ - AJ Pearce, author of Dear Mrs Bird ‘A genuine marvel’ - Kristin Hannah, author of Firefly Lane Romance, enigma and wit in bucketloads’ - Elizabeth Macneal, author of The Doll Factory And during the mysterious eleven days that Agatha goes missing, they will unravel a dark secret that only Nan holds the key to. And it’s not just her husband.ĭespite their differences, the two women will become the most unlikely of allies. Because Agatha Christie has something Nan wants. Her attempts to escape a tough London upbringing during the Great War led to a life in Ireland marred by a hidden tragedy.Īfter fighting her way back to England, she’s set her sights on Agatha. Nan O’Dea’s world is something very different. Only I know the truth of her disappearance.Īgatha Christie’s world is one of glamorous society parties, country house weekends, and growing literary fame. In 1926, Agatha Christie disappeared for 11 days. 'A novel that literally out-Christies Agatha.' - Janice Hallett, author of The Appeal Nina de Gramont's The Christie Affair is a stunning novel which reimagines the unexplained eleven-day disappearance of Agatha Christie in 1926 that captivated the world. A Reese Witherspoon Book Club pick and an instant New York Times bestseller. ![]()
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