A brilliant, sharp and attention-demanding tale. She was such a complex character! There were some surprises that caught me out and though this follows on from two other novels that also feature St Oswalds, Gentleman and Players and Different Class, A Narrow Door can absolutely be read independently. The characters were fascinating and I loved the spooky, menacing images of Becky’s childhood that drifted from the pages. This for me is a fine example of superb storytelling. Both are haunted by their memories and the tale is told using alternating timelines from 19. Roy Straitley is a Latin teacher with many years experience. Rebecca Buckfast is the new head of St Oswald's school and it's a great moment for both her and the school for there has never been a woman headteacher at St Oswald's before. A Narrow Door is Joanne Harris's latest novel and a compelling, sinister read.
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