Moon Sister: A Novel

The Moon Sister: A Captivating Journey Through Time and Distance

The Moon Sister: A Novel (5) (The Seven Sisters) by Lucinda Riley takes readers on a sweeping and majestic journey across the remote Scottish Highlands and a war-torn Madrid. This captivating tale revolves around two women who are bound by their search for truth, their connection to the past, and their place in the world. With addictive storytelling and an emotional heart, Lucinda Riley creates a narrative that will keep you enthralled from start to finish.

A Tale of Two Women

Tiggy D’Aplièse, the protagonist of the story, finds solace in the breathtaking natural beauty of the Scottish Highlands, where she works at a deer sanctuary. However, when circumstances force the sanctuary to close, Tiggy must leave and embark on a new adventure as a wildlife consultant on Charlie Kinnaird’s isolated estate. Little does she know that this move will not only reshape her future but also bring her face-to-face with her own past.

Within Charlie Kinnaird’s estate, Tiggy encounters Chilly, an elderly Romani man who fled Spain many decades ago. It is through Chilly that Tiggy discovers her unique lineage and ancestral sixth sense. Chilly reveals that he is the one who will guide Tiggy back to her true home, setting in motion a chain of events that will change Tiggy’s life forever.

The narrative then takes us back to 1912 in the impoverished Romani community outside Granada, where Lucía Amaya-Albaycin is born. Forcing her to leave her devastated mother at the tender age of ten, Lucía’s ambitious father takes her to Barcelona to dance in flamenco bars. Lucía’s passion for dancing grows, eventually leading her to become the greatest flamenco dancer of her generation. However, as tensions in Spain escalate into civil war, Lucía and her troupe must flee, searching for safety and a chance to pursue her dreams in New York.

A Tale of Love and Difficult Choices

In The Moon Sister, Lucinda Riley expertly weaves the stories of these two remarkable women, turning their journeys into a powerful exploration of love, sacrifice, and self-discovery. Tiggy and Lucía both face the heart-wrenching choice between their careers and the men they love.

Riley’s vivid descriptions transport readers to the grandeur of the Scottish Highlands and the fervent energy of 20th-century Spain. Through meticulous research and her gift for storytelling, she brings the settings to life, making them an integral part of the narrative.

Sweeping and Majestic Prose

Riley’s prose is fluid and evocative, allowing readers to immerse themselves effortlessly in the story. She skillfully balances the exploration of historical events with the intimate emotions of her characters, creating a compelling narrative that resonates with readers on multiple levels.

With its richly drawn characters, captivating plot, and lush settings, The Moon Sister is a novel that will transport you to another time and place. It will make you question your own sense of identity and the choices that shape our lives.

The Moon Sister is a 544-page hardcover novel published on February 19, 2019, by Atria Books. The book weighs 1.55 pounds and has dimensions of 6 x 1.9 x 9 inches. Its ISBN-10 is 1982110619 and ISBN-13 is 978-1982110611.