When We Were Silent: A Novel by Fiona McPhillips
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In "When We Were Silent," Louise Manson enters Dublin's prestigious Highfield Manor with the intent to expose its dark secrets. Initially an outsider due to her working-class background, Louise befriends the affluent Shauna Power, only to discover that even Shauna is ensnared in the school's sinister web. Their time at Highfield ends tragically with a lifeless body at Louise's feet.
Three decades later, Lou receives a startling call from Ronan Power, Shauna's brother, who seeks her testimony in a lawsuit against the school. Reluctantly drawn back into the past, Lou must confront the trauma of the "Highfield Affair" while protecting her own family and career.
As Lou delves into the events of her youth, the novel explores themes of exploitation, privilege, and accountability. The gripping narrative unravels the complexities of power dynamics and the lasting impact of traumatic events. Lou's journey to uncover the truth becomes a harrowing battle for justice and redemption.
With its suspenseful plot and richly drawn characters, "When We Were Silent" captivates readers from start to finish. The novel delves into the dark underbelly of elite institutions and the lengths to which individuals will go to protect their secrets.
Through Lou's eyes, readers witness the corrosive effects of silence and complicity, as well as the resilience required to confront the past and seek closure. As the truth behind the Highfield Manor scandal is unveiled, the novel delivers a powerful message about the importance of speaking out against injustice and holding those in power accountable.
"When We Were Silent" is a riveting tale of betrayal, courage, and the enduring quest for truth in the face of adversity. ❤️📚❤️
Three decades later, Lou receives a startling call from Ronan Power, Shauna's brother, who seeks her testimony in a lawsuit against the school. Reluctantly drawn back into the past, Lou must confront the trauma of the "Highfield Affair" while protecting her own family and career.
As Lou delves into the events of her youth, the novel explores themes of exploitation, privilege, and accountability. The gripping narrative unravels the complexities of power dynamics and the lasting impact of traumatic events. Lou's journey to uncover the truth becomes a harrowing battle for justice and redemption.
With its suspenseful plot and richly drawn characters, "When We Were Silent" captivates readers from start to finish. The novel delves into the dark underbelly of elite institutions and the lengths to which individuals will go to protect their secrets.
Through Lou's eyes, readers witness the corrosive effects of silence and complicity, as well as the resilience required to confront the past and seek closure. As the truth behind the Highfield Manor scandal is unveiled, the novel delivers a powerful message about the importance of speaking out against injustice and holding those in power accountable.
"When We Were Silent" is a riveting tale of betrayal, courage, and the enduring quest for truth in the face of adversity. ❤️📚❤️
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