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Sundial

Catriona Ward
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Sundial

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2011

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Catriona Ward

Sundial

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

328

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mojave Desert • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Sundial by Catriona Ward explores the life of Rob, a woman who returns to her childhood home, Sundial, with her daughter Callie. As they revisit the past, family secrets and a haunting legacy unfold. The novel delves into themes of memory, identity, and the bonds that tie generations together.

Reviews & Readership

3.7

276 ratings

62%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Catriona Ward's Sundial has been praised for its gripping psychological suspense and intricate narrative structure, blending horror with family drama. Reviewers commend Ward's skillful pacing and character development. However, some critics find the plot twists to be somewhat predictable. Overall, it's seen as a compelling but occasionally uneven read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Sundial?

Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers with elements of horror and complex family dynamics will appreciate Catriona Ward's Sundial. Fans of Shirley Jackson's The Haunting of Hill House and Gillian Flynn's Sharp Objects will find this book compelling, with its eerie atmosphere and gripping narrative.

3.7

276 ratings

62%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

15%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

328

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mojave Desert • Contemporary

Publication Year

2011

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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