by Gabriele Wills
Two women who live a century apart. Two
stories that interweave to form a rich tapestry of intriguing characters,
evocative places, and compelling events.
Escaping from a disintegrating
relationship in the city, writer Kit Spencer stumbles upon the quintessential
Norman Rockwell village in the Ottawa Valley, where she buys an old stone
mansion, "Moon Hall". But her illusions about idyllic country life are soon
challenged by reality.
Beneath the seemingly calm backwater run
powerful currents, dramas already close to breaking the surface. In her rural
community of farmers, hippies, and yuppies, Kit unwittingly precipitates events
that will change them all forever.
Violet McAllister, the ghost that
reputedly haunts Moon Hall, comes vividly to life through her long-forgotten
diary. From the gritty shantytown of the newly-minted capital of Canada to the
extravagant balls given by the popular and flamboyant Governor General and his
wife, Violet's tragic tale unfolds. Kit feels a bond with this strong and
passionate woman, and realizes she must grasp her own happiness while she can.
Moon Hall is a haunting tale of
relationships in crisis, and touches on the full spectrum of human emotions -
from raw violence and dark passions to compassion and love.
