The Girl On The Landing

Author: Paul Torday

Elizabeth has been married to Michael for ten years. She has adjusted to a fairly monotonous routine with her wealthy, decent but boring husband. But then, on a holiday in Ireland, Michael begins to change. But who – or what – is changing Michael?….Read More

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