The Ophelia Girls

Set across two summers, Jane Healey's novel explores the tangled secrets of a mother's past and a daughter's present, against a backdrop of summer days filled with art, friendship, and tragedy. As the family navigates life after loss and healing, the arrival of an old friend stirs feelings of desire and longing, threatening to unravel their carefully built lives. This captivating story investigates the complexities of female identity, illicit desire, and the enduring impact of past secrets.