Description

A contemporary newspaper photographer, Jean, finds herself drawn into the dark history of a sensational 1873 ax murder, a case that eerily mirrors a recent brutal crime. As she delves into the past, Jean uncovers a hidden eyewitness account that promises to shed light on the long-ago tragedy. Simultaneously, her own life becomes entangled in a web of jealousy and suspicion, mirroring the very historical events she is investigating. This richly textured novel masterfully interweaves past and present, exploring themes of obsession, betrayal, and the enduring echoes of violence across time.

Available Editions

paperback edition cover

paperback

Little, Brown

Published Jan 1, 1997

246 pages

ISBN: 9780316780377

available

Reviews

No ratings yet. Be the first!

No written reviews yet.

Details

First Published

1997

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for The Weight of Water by Anita Shreve.

Violence
Death/Grief