In this mind-bending audiobook, American woman Hannah Larson and her son embark on a captivating journey through the hidden depths of an English manor house. Strap in and get ready for a masterful storytelling experience from the incredible Lauren Belfer.
Hannah, feeling the weight of her close relative's illness, decides to spend the summer at Ashton Hall, a majestic estate located in the outskirts of Cambridge, England. Accompanied by her unique-minded son, Nicky, Hannah leaves behind her life in New York City, which has been shattered by a heart-wrenching betrayal. With the brooding atmosphere resembling the likes of Jane Eyre or Rebecca, our protagonist can't help but be drawn into the mysteries that surround this grand manor.
As Nicky's curiosity reaches new heights, he stumbles upon the remains of a woman hidden away in a forgotten wing of Ashton Hall. This discovery triggers an insatiable hunger within Hannah for answers. With the aid of ancient ledgers and personal documents left behind by the manor's long-gone inhabitants, Hannah unravels the vibrant and tumultuous world of Elizabethan Ashton Hall. In the process, she begins to question her own existence and the sacrifices she has made for her son, who sees the world through a unique lens as a neurodivergent individual.
With every secret unraveled, Hannah's own life starts to unravel as well. She is confronted with the realities faced by women throughout history as they fought to control their own destinies while protecting their children. Ashton Hall becomes a haunting metaphor for the struggles women have endured across the ages.
Prepare yourself for a rollercoaster ride of passion, strength, and unyielding determination. Brace yourself for an audiobook experience like no other, as Lauren Belfer takes you on a journey through time to uncover the deepest hauntings that lie within our own souls. So sit back, relax, and let Kristen Sieh and Jayne Entwistle's captivating voices guide you through this 12-hour and 37-minute audio adventure. But beware, dear listener, you might find it impossible to press pause once the story begins.
