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The Black Eden

'Wonderfully evocative and atmospheric.' WILLIAM BOYD

Richard T Kelly author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Faber & Faber

Published:4th Jul '24

Should be back in stock very soon

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When oil is found of the North Sea, Britain changes forever - and with it the destinies of five very different men.

'So compelling.' Guardian
'I loved it.' Sunday Times
'Magnificent.' Big Issue

The discovery of 'black gold' in the North Sea transforms all it touches - including the dreams of five very different individuals.

'So compelling.' Guardian
'I loved it.' Sunday Times
'Magnificent.' Big Issue

The discovery of 'black gold' in the North Sea transforms all it touches - including the dreams of five very different individuals.

Joe and Ally each aspire to make their fortunes in business. Mark believes oil can cause political change. Aaron wishes to write his name into scientific history. Robbie only hopes for a better chance in life.

But every wish incurs a price, and the desires spurred by oil will turn old friends into foes - even putting lives in peril.

'Gripping . . . In Kelly's hands, the unfolding of the hunt for oil off the Scottish coast takes on the momentum of a thriller.' Herald (Scotland)

ISBN: 9780571346592

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

464 pages

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