The Silence Factory
A captivating exploration of silence and its hidden truths
Format:Paperback
Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers
Publishing:10th Apr '25
£9.99
This title is due to be published on 10th April, and will be despatched as soon as possible.
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- Hardback£18.99(9780008424046)
A gripping tale of desire and corruption unfolds in The Silence Factory, where a fabric's enchanting power reveals dark secrets.
In The Silence Factory, readers are drawn into a mesmerizing world where the art of weaving transcends mere craftsmanship. The narrative unfolds in a factory where looms never cease their rhythmic dance, creating a fabric that possesses the power to silence the chaos of life. As the story progresses, the factory's enchanting allure becomes evident, revealing the cobwebs of ancient Mediterranean glades that are transformed into this precious material. However, the question arises: what are the implications of such power?
The protagonist finds themselves ensnared by the fabric's spell, exploring the duality of silence. While it offers a sanctuary from the noise of the world, it also serves as a veil for darker deeds. The factory's secrets begin to unravel, leading to a deeper inquiry about complicity and the hidden desires of those who inhabit this realm. As the narrative unfolds, the reader is invited to contemplate the balance between peace and peril, and the moral complexities that accompany the pursuit of silence.
The Silence Factory is not just a tale of fabric and looms; it is a rich exploration of human desires and the corrupting influence of power. With its gothic undertones and immersive storytelling, this novel captivates the imagination and invites readers to lose themselves in its depths. The haunting beauty of the narrative will linger long after the final page is turned.
'Extraordinary writing… silk, secrets and silence woven into a gleaming Gothic web. What a treat' ANNA MAZZOLA
'I loved it. A delicately woven novel with an utterly original premise, it ensnared me from the very first page' EMILIA HART
'I loved Bridget Collins' last two novels so much I was almost nervous to read this one in case it didn't live up to my feverish expectations. I was wrong: in The Silence Factory she has created another world that exists on the edge of time and magic. Epic in scope and rich at sentence level, this is storytelling at its most immersive' ERIN KELLY
'A gorgeous, gothic read perfect for fans of Jessie Burton' i PAPER
'Weaving historical accuracy with speculative fiction, this is a gloriously grim Gothic tale, where heightened emotion and a menacing atmosphere add a breathless sense of drama' DAILY MAIL
'Another cracking five-star novel by Bridget Collins' LOUISE MORRISH
‘A wonderfully beguiling Gothic mystery’ HEAT
'Breathtaking… A riveting narrative filled with suspense, intrigue, and poignant reflections' GLAMOUR
'A truly spellbinding, unnerving read’ WOMAN'S WEEKLY
'[A] gripping, gothic tale' WOMAN'S OWN
'Brilliantly conceived and complex' THE BOOKSELLER
AMAZING READER REVIEWS
‘Wholly original and unexpected… you are in the hands of a storytelling master'
‘I was immediately caught up in the intense, gothic atmosphere with its mystical touches and haunting ambiance'
‘Dark, compelling, fantastical and absorbing, Bridget Collins has done it again'
‘A splendid work of imagination, almost magical in places, but darkly realistic in others, and a great read'
'It's as if [Collins] possesses a siren's song, luring us deeper into the story with each turn of phrase'
ISBN: 9780008424053
Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 24mm
Weight: 270g
384 pages