Description
The Shadow Sister by Lucinda Riley is the third novel in the bestselling Seven Sisters series, inspired by the mythology of the Pleiades star cluster. Following the events of The Seven Sisters and The Storm Sister, this instalment focuses on Star D’Aplièse, the most enigmatic of six adopted sisters, who is in her late twenties and struggling to find her own path after the sudden death of their father, the elusive billionaire known as Pa Salt. Left with only a tantalising clue to her heritage, Star ventures beyond the comfort of her close bond with her sister CeCe, discovering an antiquarian bookshop in London that opens the door to a wider world and a deeper understanding of her origins.
Set alongside Star’s contemporary journey is the story of Flora MacNichol, an independent and determined young woman living in the Lake District a century earlier. Flora resists societal pressures to marry, cherishing her freedom and admiration for Beatrix Potter, yet circumstances pull her into Edwardian London, where love, duty, and hidden agendas challenge her independence. Riley weaves these dual narratives into a tale of self-discovery, love, and family secrets, exploring the enduring ties between past and present. Rich in historical detail and emotional depth, The Shadow Sister will appeal to readers of sweeping, character-driven romance and family sagas.
