Fragments

A gripping crime novel set in the seemingly peaceful village of Barborough, where a close-knit community hides a network of secrets beneath its calm exterior. Throughout life, we continuallyencounter unexpected events. These occurrences have the power to shapeexperiences and alter the course of our days. Each unforeseen incident carrieswith it a set of consequences; many small, others monumental, often immediate,while some unfold gradually over time. �Such events do not exist in isolation. Instead, they frequently collide and connect with the circumstances we face,while intertwining with other aspects of our lives. As a result, the outcomesof these collisions can be far-reaching, influencing not only ourselves butalso those around us. Ultimately, the continual interplay between unpredictableevents and their resulting outcomes forms a complex tapestry-one that definesand colours the human experience, occasionally with tragic results. The monthly meeting of theBarborough Book Club does not, on the face of it, conjure up a vision ofintrigue and suspense, but scratch below the surface, and all is not what itseems. `Fragments' exploresthe experiences of the eight book club members whose lives are transformed by astring of events over just a few weeks.�This fast-paced thriller will keepreaders hooked and eager to find out what happens next. `Fragments' is thenineteenth novel from award-winning author Alan Reynolds.