The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield
The novel is a gothic mystery that follows a young biographer named Margaret Lea, who is summoned to write the life story of the reclusive and enigmatic author Vida Winter. As Vida recounts her past, Margaret becomes entangled in a haunting tale of family secrets, identity, and tragedy, set against the backdrop of a decaying English estate. Through a series of twists and revelations, Margaret uncovers the truth about Vida's mysterious thirteenth tale, leading to a deeper understanding of her own life and the power of storytelling.
The 8194th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2006
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-500
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.8)
- Alternate Titles
- - La Tredicesima Storia
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