About the Book
The Instant #1 Bestseller, nominated for a PULITZER PRIZE . . . Inspired by a TRUE STORY . . . Soon to be a MAJOR MOTION PICTURE.
"An intense and emotional read!" - Rhys Bowen, New York Times bestselling author of The Tuscan Child
Reminiscent of The Thorn Birds, The Light Between Oceans, and Lady Chatterley's Lover - poignant, heartbreaking, and unforgettable.
"SHAMED BE THE WOMAN WHO ALLOWETH SUCH A SIN!"
Set against the sprawling backdrop of 1930s Australia, Anna May Shahan is a wild child raised on a lush farm by the sea, always barefoot and playing in her neighbor's secret garden. Her Aboriginal nanny teaches her the ways of the land, and she grows up to be a quirky, eccentric, and sweet woman. But she is not without her demons, as she struggles with bizarre behaviors and a haunting, dark side.
Soon after marriage, Anna inherits Sugar Alexandria, her family's sheep station, and she and her Irish husband James lead a simple, hardworking life. That is until Anna's beautiful widowed cousin Lottie returns from London after being absent for over a decade. Lottie confesses to Anna her heart's greatest desire to have a child, and Anna, in fear of losing her beloved cousin again, seeks to grant her wish by means of her own husband. What happens next brings devastating consequences for them all . . .
A literary achievement and the most emotionally gripping book of the year, The Consequence of Anna is a complex historical family saga, intertwined with the haunting mystery of Anna's mental illness and the secrets, lies, and revelations revealed through the hidden passions of Lottie and James. Layered with lush romance, obsessive love, the strong bond of female friendship, and the frightening effects of altruistic intentions gone wrong, this provocative and powerful allegory cuts through rules and boundaries and proves the old adage that no good deed goes unpunished!
Reader praise for this unforgettable tearjerker inspired by true events . . .
"Storytelling on an epic scale. I had to stop reading and let myself have a good cry more times than I care to admit. This story touched my heart and soul and I will never forget it." - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Robin Price, Amazon
"Gruesome and yet beautiful at the same time... This book will devastate you, tear you down, then bring you back up for air... Such a masterpiece... It's been some time since I had a good hard cry. I needed it. Thank you." - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ BookLover, Goodreads
"Wow. Just wow... The most powerful novel I have ever read... It teaches you, it shocks you, it moves you... When done I cried so much it hurt. It will certainly change how you think of people who suffer with mental illness." - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sherry, Goodreads
"Moody, brooding, haunting... Genius... Very well written and incredibly thought provoking. If you like To Kill A Mockingbird, The Piano, or The Light Between Oceans, you will love The Consequence of Anna." - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ IrishGirl, Goodreads
"What a special book this is... An extraordinary tale about mental illness, obsession, envy and passionate love intertwined... Vivid, engrossing and inspiring. Highly recommend." - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Avid Reader, Amazon
"A true masterpiece!... Brilliantly written and if you only read one book this year - make it this one!" - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Christine Cazeneuve, Goodreads
About the Author :
Kate Birkin is the #1 Bestselling author of The Consequence of Anna and Ava and Shalom, the heartrending novels that became an instant success. With degrees in English Literature and History, she is an accomplished author and ghostwriter of a dozen novels and two original screenplays.
Kate lives in her refurbished Victorian home in Carmel, California. She loves visiting places of creative inspiration for her, like the Land of Éire (Ireland), the Isles of Scotland, and the ancient ruins of Europe. Often she can be found researching her next book in historic libraries and museums.
As a lover of the arts, Kate also enjoys the opera, ballet, and playing her violin and piano. A passionate advocate for human and animal rights, she supports multiple charities that champion their cause.
"When I was a child, I knew that books were pure magic. Portals into another realm where the book cover itself is the enchanted key to enter. To be able to time travel and experience life through someone else's eyes is something I have always cherished. And now, as I create these stories and characters myself, I fall in love with them. It's not just the reader who embarks on a journey as they begin one of my novels. Like Bastian in The Neverending Story, I too venture on that same journey when I write, loving every minute of it!"
Visit https: //katebirkinbooks.com to learn more about Kate and her books.
Review :
"An intense and emotional read!"
★★★★★ Rhys Bowen, New York Times bestselling author of In Farleigh Field and The Tuscan Child
"A gripping and intense story, taking you on an emotional roller coaster. The Consequence of Anna is a masterpiece worthy of book clubs and the big screen."
★★★★★ Readers' Favorite 5 Star Winner
"Exemplary in its unique voice, writing style, and layered character appeal. A compelling love triangle with sustained tension and struggle through decades, and an excellent portrayal of people with disabilities, including deafness and schizophrenia."
★★★★★ Writer's Digest Book Award
"Where to begin? I have done nothing for two days except read this amazing book-really could not get it out of my mind. I read a lot of historical fiction, and I must say, this is above and beyond anything else I have read in this genre for a long time."
★★★★★ NetGalley
"A superb, bittersweet story unlike any I have read before, exploring the dark side of family, relationships, and love."
★★★★★ Editor in Chief, New York Publisher
"The prose is decadent, the storyline mesmerizing. I love it when a story surprises me and is full of shining themes, poetic insights, and emotional metamorphoses of its characters."
★★★★★ President, New York Literary Agency
"Lyrical and engaging; the best novel I have read in a while. The bond of female friendship, mental illness, and the fine line between love and obsession is fantastically explored, and the revelation at the end will stun you. You will not just read this book-you will consume it!"
★★★★★ Hila, Professional Reader
"Beautifully written and extremely emotional. You will fall in love with this story, I promise. It will make you laugh; it will make you cry; you will cheer for its characters and other times be upset by them, and some will endear themselves to you without fail. If you're looking for an amazing book to lose yourself in, this is it! Once you start reading, you will not put it down. Five stars, over and over!"
★★★★★ Kendra, Literary Agent
