Lacey’s House is the poignant and beautifully crafted story of two very different women whose lives are altered irrevocably when they meet. The novel is inspired primarily by Joanne’s grandmother, who she describes as an incredible character, independent, funny and occasionally very rude. Her grandmother lived a difficult life battling with depression, having lost two children at a young age, and in the 60’s was treated with electric shock therapy and was lobotomised.

Blurb

Lacey Carmichael leads a solitary life. To her neighbours she is the mad old woman who lives at the end of the lane, crazy but harmless.

Until she is arrested on suspicion of murder.

When Rachel Moore arrives in the village, escaping her own demons, the two women form an unlikely bond.Unravelling in each other tales of loss and heartache, they become friends.

Rachel sees beyond the rumours, believing in her innocence, but as details of Lacey’s life are revealed, Rachel is left questioning where the truth really lies.