In 1959, the town of Tambilla is shaken by an unspeakable tragedy—a family is found dead on Christmas Eve, leaving behind more questions than answers. Fast forward sixty years, journalist Jessica Turner receives an urgent call about her ailing grandmother, Nora, who practically raised her. While staying in the family home, Jessica stumbles upon an old true-crime book that unravels shocking secrets about her own family’s past.
Was it a murder-suicide? An accident? Or something far more sinister? Determined to uncover the truth, Jessica embarks on an investigative journey, piecing together a decades-old mystery that has haunted her family for generations.
Kate Morton’s Homecoming is a beautifully written, atmospheric novel that masterfully blends historical fiction with mystery. While the pacing felt slow at times, the richly detailed storytelling and intricate family drama make it a rewarding read. Fans of slow-burn mysteries, dual-timeline narratives, and deeply layered family sagas will find themselves drawn into this compelling tale.
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2023-11-30In 1959, the town of Tambilla is shaken by an unspeakable tragedy—a family is found dead on Christmas Eve, leaving behind more questions than answers. Fast forward sixty years, journalist Jessica Turner receives an urgent call about her ailing grandmother, Nora, who practically raised her. While staying in the family home, Jessica stumbles upon an old true-crime book that unravels shocking secrets about her own family’s past.
Was it a murder-suicide? An accident? Or something far more sinister? Determined to uncover the truth, Jessica embarks on an investigative journey, piecing together a decades-old mystery that has haunted her family for generations.
Kate Morton’s Homecoming is a beautifully written, atmospheric novel that masterfully blends historical fiction with mystery. While the pacing felt slow at times, the richly detailed storytelling and intricate family drama make it a rewarding read. Fans of slow-burn mysteries, dual-timeline narratives, and deeply layered family sagas will find themselves drawn into this compelling tale.