Mr Wrong

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This anthology offers a captivating blend of thrills, chills, and the deep impulses that drive human behavior, crafted by the bestselling author of the Cazalet Chronicles. Elizabeth Jane Howard explores the complexities of the heart with her signature wit and a touch of Hitchcockian suspense. In “Pont du Gard,” a father on holiday with his daughter and her friend faces consequences after confessing his infidelities to his wife. Meanwhile, in “Toutes Directions,” the tender seduction of a naïve Englishwoman by a worldly Frenchman is portrayed with freshness and liberation. Another story follows a twelve-year-old child star who schemes to gain the upper hand over her overbearing mother, while “The Devoted” reveals the impact of a family patriarch's death on Christmas through the perspectives of his loved ones, including a devoted servant. The title story presents a young woman who moves to London to fulfill her mother’s wish to find her soulmate, only to encounter a menacing stranger, adding a terrifying twist to her quest for love. Throughout these tales, Howard showcases her mastery of subtle domestic details, featuring wronged spouses, stalkers, and the complexities of love. The nine stories in this haunting collection challenge perceptions of reality while brimming with emotion that resonates universally.