The Last Party at Silverton Hall by Rachel Burton
A gripping historical and contemporary romance story, Rachel Burton’s The Last Party at Silverton Hall bridges the story of two women in two different centuries, whose lives are impacted by a single night. Described as a “heartbreaking tale of family, duty, and the secrets we keep from those we love most,” Burton’s latest novel will keep you engaged from start to end.
About the Author, Rachel Burton
I deeply enjoyed Rachel Burton’s writing. And when I came to her author’s bio at the end of the book, I realized why. Burton’s bio closely aligns with my own experiences, which was a fun surprise for me after enjoying her rich storytelling. Like me, after studying Classics and English Literature in college, Burton “accidentally fell into a career in law.” Further, “[Burton] loves words, Shakespeare, tea, The Beatles, dresses with pockets and very tall romantic heroes (not necessarily in that order) and lives with her husband and two cats in Yorkshire.” A true kindred spirit!
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About The Last Party at Silverton Hall
In all, The Last Party at Silverton Hall is a thought provoking tale. The story moves back and forth in time with easy as the reader is introduced to two protagonists. First in time is Vivien, the grandmother of the second protagonist, Isobel. The story opens just after Vivien’s passing, when Isobel returns to the Norfolk coast to take up the mantle of her grandmother’s manor house.
Isobel is a bit lost herself at the start of the novel. She is introduced to the reader when she is between jobs, unhappy with her career choices, and fresh out of a romantic relationship that has shaken her confidence. The move to Norfolk is just what she needed, but also more work than anticipated. Luckily, she finds help in the way of an old flame….
Plot Summary
1952: Vivien and Max collide in the thick London smog. Within a few years, their whirlwind romance sees them living a quiet life on the Norfolk coast, blissfully happy with their beautiful daughter – at least, that’s how it appears…
2019: Isobel is hoping for a fresh start when she inherits her beloved grandmother Vivien’s house in Silverton Bay. But when she discovers an old photograph of Vivien at one of the infamous parties held at Silverton Hall in the 1950s, Isobel is forced to question how well she really knew her grandmother. Silverton Hall is a place Vivien swore she never went and never would – but why would she lie? And what other secrets was she keeping?
Together with an old friend, Isobel searches for answers. But is she prepared for the truth?
My Thoughts on The Last Party at Silverton Hall by Rachel Burton
Rachel Burton crafts a quaint and thought provoking story in The Last Party at Silverton Hall. Touching on issues of class, gender, and social expectations, this story moves back and forth in time with ease and sincerity. In all, this is a great read for anyone who is looking for a heartwarming story or anyone who is feeling a bit lost themselves.
Where to Buy The Last Party at Silverton Hall
Rachel Burton’s The Last Party at Silverton Hall will be available for purchase on March 2, 2023. It is available from Amazon here.
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*This novel was gifted to me as part of a review program that Cats & Coffee is a part of. I was not required to post about the novel in exchange for getting a copy to read. All thoughts and opinions are my honest own.
*This post was originally published in December 2022. It was most recently updated on March 2, 2022.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this book! I will get it. Sounds like just the kind of easier read I always love to work into my long list of reads 🙂
I’m so glad you enjoyed my review! I think you’ll love the book! It’s a quick and pleasant read, but still a well-written and thoughtful story. A good bit of escapism!