The Grapevine: 'I absolutely couldn't stop reading, it took me hostage' Marian Keyes

A gripping and atmospheric debut novel about a mysterious murder that exposes the secrets behind closed doors in 1970s suburban Australia

DON'T BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU HEAR . . .

Australia, 1979. It's the height of summer and on a quiet suburban cul-de-sac, rumours have begun to swirl. When their young Italian neighbour dies in suspicious circumstances, tensions rise and the women of Warrah Place become increasingly wary of one another. There are secrets behind every door in the neighbourhood and in the aftermath of Antonio's murder, they all begin to unravel, exposing hidden lives, unexpected friendships and unspoken desires.

'Beautifully written and acutely observed, this is a story where women of all ages are centre stage . . . such an elegant, sophisticated read, I can't believe it's a debut'
Janice Hallett, author of The Appeal

'A cleverly revealing close-up of a claustrophobic community. I loved it'
Jennie Godfrey, author of The List of Suspicious Things

'Thought-provoking and captivating . . . a reminder that we can never truly know what happens behind neighbours' front doors'
Good Housekeeping