Miss Dilys Barltrop is a devoted member of the Panacea Society, a cult populated almost entirely by virtuous single women.
When she strikes up a friendship with Grace - a new recruit - God finally seems to be smiling upon her. But Dilys is wary of their leader’s zealotry and fearful of those who watch her every move, hoping for a sign of the deep and terrible failings she keeps hidden. Faith is supplanted by doubt, and as both women come to question what is true and fear what is real, Dilys will have to learn the cost of absolute devotion…
A SUNDAY TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR
Shortlisted for the London Magazine Prize for outstanding literary fiction (debut)
“McGlasson enthrals in this powerful page-turning novel.” - HERALD
“Intriguing, fascinating, impressive.” - THE TIMES
“Fascinating, enrapturing. There are echoes of Murial Spark and Elizabeth Taylor.” - RED MAGAZINE