Serena Mackesy is a British author whose works delve into the psychological depths of crime fiction. Her writing is recognized for its ability to probe the darker corners of the human psyche, crafting narratives that are both suspenseful and unsettling. Mackesy explores the motivations of her characters and the complexities of human nature, creating stories that leave readers questioning and on edge. Her literary style is sophisticated and engaging, marking her as a notable storyteller in the psychological thriller genre.
Godiva Fawcett was beautiful, talented and fond of small children. What's more, she died young and tragically. Grace Waters is the most intelligent woman of her generation, winner of three Nobel prizes and an internationlly-acclaimed composer. When their daughters, the orphaned, agoraphobic Harriet and hothoused, isolated Anna meet, it's the beginning of an extraordinary friendship.
First you go to school, then you go to university, and then you enter real life. That's the important bit. Real life is about achievement, recognition, choices, friends and relationships - but it's not working out that way for The Temp.