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Victoria Scott

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Victoria Scott is a bestselling British author of life-affirming fiction, known for her gripping gothic historical mysteries and uplifting book club novels that explore themes of hope, resilience and the power of human friendship and love. Her books are perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley, Kate Morton, and Jojo Moyes.

Her novels, The Storyteller’s Daughter and The Women Who Wouldn’t Leave, are both Amazon Top 100 bestsellers. Her latest novel, The House on the Cliff – a haunting, atmospheric tale of secrets and second chances – is out now.

Before becoming a novelist, Victoria worked as a journalist for the BBC, The Telegraph and Al Jazeera. She now combines her love of storytelling with lecturing in journalism at Kingston University.

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Victoria Scott I'm writing something completely different - a supernatural thriller - set near where I live. But I'm also about to start another novel which is inspi…moreI'm writing something completely different - a supernatural thriller - set near where I live. But I'm also about to start another novel which is inspired by my own life, and which will hopefully give people all the feels...(less)
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