Book Talk 39 - The Girls In The Garden

Summary

In this book talk video, the host discusses 'The Girls in the Garden' by Lisa Jewel, a novel about two sisters, Pip and Grace, and their mother Claire, who move to a picturesque neighborhood in central London after a family tragedy. The story unfolds with a mysterious attack on Grace during her 13th birthday party, setting the stage for a suspenseful mystery. The host praises the book for its intriguing plot and ability to keep readers guessing until the end, recommending it for those seeking a light yet engaging mystery read.

Takeaways

• 📚 The video discusses the book 'The Girls in the Garden' by Lisa Jewel.
• 👭 The story revolves around two sisters, Pip and Grace, and their mother Claire.
• 🎉 The book opens with a scene of Pip finding her sister Grace unconscious after her 13th birthday party.
• 🏡 The family has recently moved to a picturesque neighborhood in central London with a communal park.
• 🔥 The move was prompted by the girls' father, Chris, suffering a mental breakdown and burning down their previous house.
• 👵 Pip befriends an older lady in the neighborhood who shares the history of the area and warns her to be careful.
• 🕵️‍♀️ The narrative includes a mystery element as the police investigate an attack on Claire, which leaves her in a coma.
• 🤔 The book keeps readers guessing about the identity of the attacker, with multiple suspects and red herrings.
• 📖 The reviewer enjoyed the book as a quick, engaging read with a mild level of intensity.
• 🌟 The video ends with a recommendation for the book and a teaser for an upcoming video on Neil Gaiman's work.