The Twilight Child (Tales of the Endlands)

Tales of Twilight and the Unseen

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    • Tales of Twilight and the Unseen is a collection of 12 short stories, most of which were first published in the late 19th century. Not surprisingly, the stories include elements of supernatural and the macabre at time.

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    What did surprise me, in my ignorance of the author, was the inclusion of some tales that are both light-hearted and humorous. Jan 14, Delk rated it liked it. It was okay, hindered a bit by the fact that I already read Lot No. Others, like De Profundis, haven't aged that well. Sep 02, Jim Puskas rated it it was ok Shelves: Far from being Doyle's best work and dated style as with all his work but fairly good light reading.

    A couple of the stories, notably "Lot No. The book will be of interest primarily to Doyle fans. Nov 28, Sara rated it really liked it Shelves: It was a nice read. Some short stories were particulary interesting. James Booth rated it really liked it Jul 20, Teresa rated it liked it Sep 11, Thomas Bousquet rated it liked it Jun 21, Linda rated it really liked it Oct 31, Vidalg rated it it was ok May 22, Ileana rated it really liked it Nov 23, Holly Parsons rated it liked it Jun 19, Delafere rated it liked it Jan 04, Claire rated it it was ok Aug 07, Steph rated it liked it Dec 02, Henna rated it really liked it Jun 08, Captain Jack rated it it was amazing Dec 24, Shaene Ragan rated it really liked it Aug 01, Anna rated it liked it Nov 14, Yost rated it liked it Aug 04, Diana Duran rated it liked it Mar 03, Martin rated it it was ok Nov 28, Roz Cashen rated it really liked it Oct 25, Ruth rated it liked it Jul 16, Kim rated it it was amazing Jan 22, Paulinha rated it liked it Aug 30, There are no discussion topics on this book yet.

    About Arthur Conan Doyle. They were married in Although he is now referred to as "Conan Doyle", the origin of this compound surname if that is how he meant it to be understood is uncertain. It also names Michael Conan as his godfather. He then went on to Stonyhurst College, leaving in From to he studied medicine at the University of Edinburgh.

    This required that he provide periodic medical assistance in the towns of Aston now a district of Birmingham and Sheffield.

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    While studying, Conan Doyle began writing short stories. His first published story appeared in " Chambers's Edinburgh Journal " before he was Following his graduation, he was employed as a ship's doctor on the SS Mayumba during a voyage to the West African coast. Will is called to serve his country, and as the dark pall of war hangs over the countryside an even darker, unspeakably ancient force threatens the safety - and lives - of both Clare and newborn Michael, left alone to fight the violence engulfing them.

    Alone, that is, until a mysterious stranger becomes their protector Elizabeth Harris is evidently a fan of Thomas Hardy; not only is the Wessex bard oft quoted, his spirit is invoked throughout in the verdant, bosky settings, superstitious and beautifully drawn locals and the exquisite rendering of times past. There's even a character named Gabriel, who, like his Hardyan namesake, averts disaster from a lone female protagonist.

    Hardy is my favourite author, so these allusions delicately woven through Harris's tale are welcome.

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    Editorial Reviews. About the Author. Scott Fitzgerald Gray is a writer, fiction editor , story editor, The Twilight Child (Tales of the Endlands) Kindle Edition. by. The Twilight Child has ratings and 11 reviews. Sue said: Some years ago, I read Elizabeth Harris's first book, The Herb Gatherers and I loved it. I d.

    In The Twilight Child, however, those superstitious elements are carried through to a far darker conclusion than anything residents of Hardy's Wessex might have dreamed of. The time-out-of-mind terror which stalks Clare and Michael is a Wicker Man nightmare; arcane ritual and unthinkable evil are vividly evoked.

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    Harris's writing is just beautiful; she blends lyrical, hypnotic prose with sheer terror as she skilfully and insidiously ramps up the tension. The privations of wartime England are heartbreakingly drawn, as are the losses suffered by so many, however small or remote the parish; the horror which engulfs the defenceless Clare feels like an allegory for the horror and helplessness of war.

    The Twilight Child is pleasingly multi-layered - there is something for everyone here, whether your taste be for historical novels, thrillers or haunting, supernatural tales. The period detail is to die for and the prose shimmers, lending the tale richly textured depth and an almost hallucinogenic quality.

    I absolutely devoured it and read late, late into the night - albeit with the lights on - hurtling toward the unforgettable denouement which still haunts. Jun 03, Izrael rated it it was amazing Shelves: I received this book from NetGalley for an honest feedback. The theme of the book was dark and intriguing which excites me even more.

    I love the style of writing here. The book was well-written and the style of writing was easy to follow.

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    It was easy to follow especially with how beautiful the descriptive the book is. The author was able to write about Pagan, Witchcraft and Wicca well. The main character, Claire, showed how worried she was about her new born child and the weird dreams she had ab I received this book from NetGalley for an honest feedback.

    The main character, Claire, showed how worried she was about her new born child and the weird dreams she had about something dark taking her child away. I felt that the book was well-written in overall aspects be it the storyline, character development and even the setting itself.

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    However, I felt that the book was long winded. The story line was too long which could drain readers from reading it. It felt repetitive at times and I could not understand the part in which she had a crush on the guy who helped her. That part was a little not well-explained on how he was able to be there when he was already dead.

    But otherwise, I just have an issue with the length and the repetitiveness of the book.

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    Overall, I found the book to be a great read. As stated above, the book was indeed well done in all aspects. The development from one stage to another was great and it went above my expectations. The Twilight Child is the story of Claire, a World War Two bride, whose husband has gone off to fight and left her in their new home in Firlebury, a little village in Sussex to await his return.

    Claire is pregnant with her first child and seeks to settle down in the village, but soon she starts to have visions of the past and the terror of ritualistic happenings. Claire's son is born and is immediately given the protection of a cradle from a mysterious villager, Lily. Claire spends a lot of her The Twilight Child is the story of Claire, a World War Two bride, whose husband has gone off to fight and left her in their new home in Firlebury, a little village in Sussex to await his return.

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    Claire spends a lot of her time questioning what is happening around her and worrying for her husband Will, who has been reported missing in action. This is an enjoyable book as the reader goes on a journey with Claire, trying to fathom where the unseen forces are coming from and protecting her baby son, Michael.

    Having previously read one of the author's other works I was keen to read this and haven't been disappointed. This is definitely worth reading if you enjoy the time period with the added bonus of a mystical twist.

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    Thanks to Endeavour Press and NetGalley for the advance reader copy. Muddled and irritating in parts I did like the start of this book but then it just became unbelievable in places. I know it's meant to be whimsical with supernatural aspects but two issues spoiled it for me. One was that Claire as a new mother would stay anywhere her child was in danger, real or imaginary, was preposterous.

    The fact she kept sauntering off to the pond where the whateveritwas lived on numerous occasions was ridiculous as was the falling in love with the soldier. I won't spoil it f Muddled and irritating in parts I did like the start of this book but then it just became unbelievable in places. I won't spoil it for others but it was pretty obvious who he was and what was happening.

    The letter from her husband and then the long drawn out reunion, leaving the child in the village with the woman who's daughter she knew was in service to the whateveritwas, was too much and at that point I gave up on Claire in despair and had a strong urge to ring social services. I gave it two stars because the author used some lovely prose and is obviously talented, it was the clunky story that wasn't for me.

    Totally enthralled by this novel. A isolated young mother with a baby trying to fit into unfamiliar village life during World War 2 whilst her husband is away fighting, and slowly uncovers an enchanted world. Trying to process a whole parade of impressions that seem rooted in a past age that she can not understand, desperately trying to determine which figures real and unreal can help her and which may possibly harm her and the baby.

    Seems to veer from involvement to detachment in what she is ex Totally enthralled by this novel. Seems to veer from involvement to detachment in what she is experiencing.

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    Thank you to the children's librarian Oops! I don't remember much about it except that it was a boy trying to come up with a plan to get rid of his younger brother. Once you have narrowed down a possible title, try Amazon. Date - newest first Date - oldest first. You'd think I'd have remembered it since my family called me Jenny! All I can remember was a boy who was in the forest at night and he witnessed ogres and possibly other types of monsters dancing or having a party? Shaene Ragan rated it really liked it Aug 01,

    It was almost like the whole impact of the War is pressing the lead character into a different reality. Bleak and disturbing but more benign influences materialise. First novel that I'd ready by Elizabeth Harris and look forward to reading more. Superb book to keep you reading I have read some others by Elizabeth Harris, including "the quiet earth" so I was looking forward to reading this book.

    Clara and will moved to a small village then the war and will is sent overseas.