Madam
Book description
A contemporary gothic debut with a feminist edge, for fans of Naomi Alderman and Madeline Miller
'The simmering menace and mystery kept me absolutely gripped' - Jennifer Saint, author of Ariadne
'A highly entertaining and atmospheric read' - Kate Sawyer, Costa Book Awards nominated author of The Stranding
'Rebecca meets…
Why read it?
1 author picked Madam as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I love atmospheric novels that tantalize the reader with a slow, creeping sense of dread.
I love novels with dark, moody, rain-lashed settings, especially Scottish ones. I also love novels that are smart and beautifully written, with a literary style all their own. Madam had all of that for me.
With its boarding-school setting and feminist themes, it reminded me of The Stepford Wives meets The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie—two of my all-time favorite novels.
From Luke's list on Scottish-set thrillers to keep you up reading.
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