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Home > Fiction and Literature > Crime and mystery fiction > The Grapevine: 'I absolutely couldn't stop reading, it took me hostage' Marian Keyes
The Grapevine: 'I absolutely couldn't stop reading, it took me hostage' Marian Keyes

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


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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'

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About the Author :
Kate Kemp is an Australian writer living in the UK. She trained as an occupational therapist and then as a systemic psychotherapist, and has worked with families and individuals in mental health services in both Australia and the UK. In 2021, she won the Stylist Prize for Feminist Fiction and the Yeovil Literary Prize. The Grapevine is her first novel.

Review :
From its shocking opening to its impeccable conclusion, The Grapevine is a cleverly revealing close-up of a claustrophobic community. I loved it The Grapevine by Kate Kemp is a lively, original murder mystery set in 1970s Australia, where twelve-year-old Tammy is determined to investigate the murder of Antonio, whose severed foot is intensifying the already choking claustrophobia of a small town community. Beautifully written and acutely observed, this is a story where women of all ages are centre stage and the intertwining relationships between families, friends and neighbours drive a story that's packed with tension and intrigue. The Grapevine is such an elegant, sophisticated read, I can't believe it's a debut. Kate Kemp is definitely one to watch I absolutely loved The Grapevine. Brilliantly gripping and atmospheric, with such great characters - secrets, lies and all Generous, ingeniously plotted and teeming with memorable characters, this finely observed novel brims with wit on every page. The Grapevine is a darkly compelling story about love, family, community and the friendships that sustain us An atmospheric, richly observed debut set in 1970s suburban Australia. Immersive and compelling from first page to last. I loved it Deliciously dark and acutely observed, reading it is like being in the story. I could see the curtains twitch as I uncovered the secrets, and there were lots of them. This is a claustrophobic read with a shocking (and very satisfying) end, I inhaled it A wonderful debut. I loved it and was utterly captivated by Kate Kemp's writing - one of those rare writers who made me laugh whilst also breaking my heart. Tammy especially will stay with me for a long time Full of wonderful characters, a gripping plot and great writing. I loved it and couldn't wait to return to it each night. Such a fantastic story The Grapevine was a joy to read. Its flowing, witty prose and deft characterisation transported me effortlessly into a small suburban street in 1970s Australia where murder has occurred, opening up the lives of its inhabitants for inspection. It's a cleverly constructed page-turner, endowed with empathy and insight, but the standout for me was how accurately - and often very amusingly - Kate Kemp captured the detail and dialogue of the era. My reading experience was littered with oh yes! moments. Bravo A beautifully written, claustrophobic and compelling mystery where secrets and lies hide behind closed doors. Kate Kemp is a writer to watch I absolutely adored this debut, which instantly creeps up on you. The Grapevine is claustrophobic and sharp, with a dry wit - an unapologetically feminist novel with a suspenseful murder right at the centre Superb . . . written with effortless grace, it's a rich tapestry of a book that's psychologically astute. The wit and humour is incisive Secrets, lies, and a sweltering summer in a Canberra suburb . . . The Grapevine is a wonderfully-written debut about the secrets we keep from each other and ourselves. Yes, there's a murder, and yes there are some stunning twists along the way, but what really kept me hooked was the brilliantly-drawn relationships between the neighbours of Warrah Place. The simmering tension, and Kate Kemp's sublime observation of the intricacies of human behaviour, means the novel sizzles towards an explosive conclusion that left my jaw on the floor. I adored it Deeply impressive . . . the final twist is devastating. Barbara Vine would have approved Secrets and prejudices proliferate like wildfire . . . gloriously evocative Extremely well-rendered . . . This dry, sharp and atmospheric debut is well worth the read I can wholeheartedly recommend this exceptional debut . . . Deserves to be a big hit A great suburban mystery A great read that totally pulls you in and brims with simmering tension throughout A thought-provoking and captivating read. It's a reminder that we can never truly know what happens behind neighbours' front doors


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781399619004
  • Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
  • Publisher Imprint: Phoenix (an Imprint of The Orion Publishing Group Ltd )
  • Edition: Digital original
  • Sub Title: 'I absolutely couldn't stop reading, it took me hostage' Marian Keyes
  • ISBN-10: 1399619004
  • Publisher Date: 13 Feb 2025
  • Binding: Digital download
  • Language: English


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