A haunting, atmospheric literary debut, for fans of Elmet and Burial Rites. The preserved body of a woman is discovered in a bog near an isolated Scottish community – but is the body an omen of misfortune to come, or a story waiting to be told…
1915, the Cabrach. In the fierce, wild beauty of this remote corner of Scotland, an isolated community makes a discovery- an ancient body in a peat bog, perfectly preserved.
Two people haul the body from the ground- Lizzie, the wife of a wealthy local landowner, and Johnny, a nomadic singer and farm hand.
Soon afterwards, strange events begin to occur. At hearthside and inn, people whisper- what have we unearthed?
As tensions run high and men leave for war, old fears and secrets emerge. But in a place where judgement is swift, who is truly without sin?
ISBN: 9781804994214
Publication date: 02/06/2026
Price: $28.00
RRP: $28.00
Format: Paperback
Available stock: 4
Publishing status: Active
Author: Griffiths, Gabrielle
Imprint: Penguin Books
