The Juniper Tree by Barbara Comyns
And Other Tales from Grimm
Set against the backdrop of a hauntingly beautiful yet eerie landscape, this novel weaves a modern-day fairy tale that explores themes of motherhood, friendship, and the supernatural. The story follows a young woman who, after escaping a troubled past, finds solace and employment in a nursery garden owned by a wealthy couple. As she becomes entwined in their lives, she is drawn into a web of dark secrets and mysterious occurrences that echo the chilling elements of a classic Grimm Brothers' tale. The narrative unfolds with a blend of lyrical prose and unsettling tension, capturing the complexities of human emotions and the thin line between reality and fantasy.
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- Published
- 1985
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- English
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