The Family Friend

The Family Friend

Author: Claire Douglas Listening Length: 10h 42m

When Imogen is told she’s inherited a country house near Bath, she thinks it must be a mistake. She last saw its owner, reclusive artist Dorothea Roe, sixteen years ago, during a tragic summer which changed her life for ever. Now, with partner Josh in tow, it’s a chance for a fresh start. But after discovering an old...

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Chapter 10 Imogen

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Alison’s expression is grave and my guts twist in apprehension. ‘So what is it? What was so urgent to make you come all this way on the train?’ I ask in a bid to keep things light.

Alison very rarely visits. I’m always the one trekking over to see her in Cardiff. I assumed it was because of Lila, although I know my niece would love Bristol – and now Bath – but I wonder if it’s because Bristol especially holds too many bad memories for Alison.

She looks down at her plate. She’s hardly touched her food. She mumbles something.