A Madness of Sunshine

by Nalini Singh
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  • ID: 6494
  • Added: 2025-11-18
  • Updated: 2025-11-18
  • ISBN: 9781473229556
  • Publisher: Hachette UK
  • Published: 2019-12-03
  • Reviews: 3

Golden Cove was once a peaceful town until a tragic event shattered its harmony, leaving behind a community fractured by whispers and broken trust. Eight years later, the disappearance of a young woman stirs up old fears and new suspicions, forcing the residents to confront the possibility that something far more sinister lurks beneath the town's serene surface. As the past and present collide, the town's dark secrets begin to unravel, leading to a chilling murder mystery that has been years in the making. Nalini Singh's debut crime novel is praised for its compelling narrative and unexpected twists, making it a must-read thriller.

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Romance Reader · 2022-02-27
fantastic 4.50

This is a thrilling debut that exceeds expectations with its evocative prose and gripping mystery. The atmospheric setting and well-crafted characters make it a standout read.

The reviewer at Romance Reader was initially unsure what to expect from Nalini Singh's first thriller but was pleasantly surprised. They found the prose evocative and the mystery gripping, making it a standout read. The atmospheric setting and well-crafted characters added depth to the story, creating a rich and immersive reading experience. The reviewer appreciated the way Singh wove together the various elements of the story, creating a cohesive and satisfying narrative. They found the book to be a thrilling debut that exceeded their expectations.

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    I wasn't sure what to expect going into Nalini Singh's first thriller, but I should have known I would absolutely love it.

    The mystery is compelling and the prose is evocative and precise.

    The atmospheric setting and well-crafted characters make it a standout read.

Debbish · Debbish · 2019-12-08
good 3.50

The unfolding mystery is engaging and the prose is evocative, but the pacing occasionally feels uneven. The characters are well-developed and the setting is vividly brought to life.

Debbish enjoyed the unfolding mystery in A Madness of Sunshine and found the prose evocative, creating a vivid and immersive setting. They appreciated the well-developed characters and the rich cultural and geographical references that added depth to the story. However, they felt that the pacing occasionally felt uneven, which slightly detracted from the overall reading experience. Despite this, Debbish found the book to be engaging and enjoyable, with a compelling narrative that kept them hooked.

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    I enjoyed the unfolding mystery here and I was certainly engaged and concerned about Miri's fate.

    The prose is evocative and the setting is vividly brought to life.

    The pacing occasionally feels uneven, which slightly detracts from the overall reading experience.

The Library Ladies · Kate · 2019-12-03
excellent 4.00

The town of Golden Cove is vividly brought to life with rich cultural and geographical references. The mystery is engaging and well-paced, with a compelling narrative that keeps the reader hooked.

Kate from The Library Ladies really enjoyed how Nalini Singh brought the town of Golden Cove to life. She felt that the cultural and geographical references added depth to the story, making it feel authentic and immersive. The mystery at the heart of the novel is well-paced and engaging, with a compelling narrative that keeps the reader hooked. Kate particularly appreciated the way Singh wove together the various elements of the story, creating a cohesive and satisfying reading experience. She found the characters well-developed and the plot intriguing, making it a standout read.

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    Singh effortlessly brings the town of Golden Cove to life, and the references to various aspects of New Zealand culture, geography, and history are seamlessly integrated.

    The mystery is compelling and well-paced, with a narrative that keeps the reader engaged from start to finish.

    The characters are well-developed and the plot is intriguing, making it a standout read.

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