Holy Fools
a thrilling historical mystery from Joanne Harris, the bestselling author of Chocolat
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3.8 • 10 Ratings
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- £4.99
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Publisher Description
By the bestselling author of Chocolat, international multi-million copy seller Joanne Harris, comes a passionate story of love, nuns and witches, set in 17th-century France. Perfect for fans of Victoria Hislop, Fiona Valpy, Maggie O'Farrell and Rachel Joyce.
'Truly sensational... This is a wonderful novel. It draws you in from the very first page' -- SUNDAY EXPRESS
'Hugely enjoyable... Both consoling and wise' -- New Statesman
'With this bold, inventive book, Harris confirms her position as one of Britain's most popular novelists' -- DAILY MAIL
'Stunned, but in a good way' -- ***** Reader review
'Absorbing' -- ***** Reader review
'Keeps you hooked from the start' -- ***** Reader review
'Fabulous' -- ***** Reader review
'A great page-turner' -- ***** Reader review
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In seventeenth-century France against a backdrop of witch trials, regicide and religious frenzy, Juliette, one-time actress and rope-dancer, seeks refuge with her young daughter in a remote abbey and reinvents herself as Soeur Auguste.
Until a new Abbess is appointed, bringing with her a ghost from Juliette's past - a man she has every reason to fear.
Customer Reviews
Holy Fools indeed
I love every single book I’ve read by Joanne Harris, and this one is no exception. Wonderfully plotted, she takes us unerringly through the ancient French countryside, with its superstitions and corrupt aristocracy mixed with religious fervour, witchcraft and innocence. A heady and addictive brew.
Holy fools
Perfect book, if you want something to get lost in. Throughly enjoyed it.