Although different in tone and theme from Two Storm Wood, this is another accomplished historical novel from Philip Gray. This time we're in 1950s Belgium with a bright and intrepid 9-year-old girl, who is bemused to see the deterioration in the behaviour of her previously 'normal' parents. We follow this protagonist as she grows into a resourceful woman and gradually learns what the parents are up to. We also hear from two police detectives investigating a workplace death and a high-level fraud.
Ideal for fans of sweeping and literary stories.
With thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the opportunity to read an early copy in exchange for an independent review.
Upon publication, I will post this review on my blog.

With only a cat as a witness, the death of a man will take some investigating..

I loved this book the family of Adelais de Wolf is one that comes with it's issues.

This is a story told with some realism and I loved the writing style of this author. It is rich in descriptive and narrative and with some historical facts it was an enjoyable read.