The Silent Companions

De: Laura Purcell

Narrado por: Katie Scarfe

Some doors are locked for a reason.

When Elsie married handsome young heir Rupert Bainbridge, she believed she was destined for a life of luxury. But pregnant and widowed just weeks after their wedding, with her new servants resentful and the local villagers actively hostile, Elsie has only her late husband’s awkward cousin for company. Or so she thinks. Inside her new home lies a locked door, beyond which is a painted wooden figure—a silent companion—that bears a striking resemblance to Elsie herself. The residents of the estate are terrified of the figure, but Elsie tries to shrug this off as simple superstition—that is, until she notices the figure’s eyes following her.

A Victorian ghost story that evokes a most unsettling kind of fear, The Silent Companions is a tale that creeps its way through the consciousness in ways you least expect—much like the companions themselves.

©2017 Laura Purcell (P)2017 Audible, Ltd

Fantastic

This is a terrific Gothic-style novel. A slow burn with a killer ending (that's not a spoiler, btw). The narrator was perfect, as well.

Bruh

This book was so good, original, intriguing. Lovers it so much. Best one this year.

Great listen, excellent story

Just listen to it, if you like gothic/ghost/victorian tales you will not be disappointed

What a Rollercoaster!!

This book was terrific. The perfect blend of Gothic horror and the idea of psychological medicine when it comes to women. The narrator had a fantastic tone that lent itself well to the tale being told. This book with become an annual Halloween read for me.

Eerie gothic horror

The writing was excellent. The author's choice of words and pacing added to the creepiness. The story was original. I highly recommend this book.