Noonday

Set against the harrowing backdrop of London during the Blitz in 1940, this novel follows ambulance driver Elinor Brooke, air-raid warden Paul Tarrant, and former art student Kit Neville as they navigate the dangers and emotional toll of war. Their stories intertwine with the appearance of a mysterious spirit medium, Bertha Mason, whose abilities become increasingly sought after as death and destruction escalate. As old loves and obsessions resurface, the characters confront difficult choices amid the chaos of wartime London. This powerful standalone novel concludes Barker's trilogy, capturing the resilience and haunted atmosphere of a city under siege.