Madeleine St John was born in Sydney and graduated from the University there in 1963. She has spent most of the intervening years living in London. This is the author’s second novel, her first being Women in Black.
‘A triumph of the minimalist, it appraises love, both sacred and
profane, desire, pain and the disappointments of this earth with a
laser eye.’
The Times ‘Graceful and charming… If there are tears in the eyes,
they will be tears of pure pleasure at the resolution and
consummate workmanship of a small masterpiece.’
Shena Mackay, Independent (on The Woman in Black)
The latest novel from St. John (Stairway to Paradise) explores an oh-so-British marriage at its crucial turning point. Simon and Flora Beaufort have three perfect children and a comfortable, happy life in London. When Flora takes the children for a month-long vacation in France, Simon stays home to work on his latest film project. At a friend!s dinner party, Simon meets a cool blonde accountant named Gillian Selkirk and is completely drawn to her. As they begin a torrid affair, Flora discovers a new love of her own, in a sense: she is drawn back into her deep religious beliefs. Simon and Flora stray from one another, and things get complicated when Flora!s friend Lydia spots Simon and Gillian getting intimate at a local brasserie. This novel is a quick and witty read, with sharply drawn details. Recommended for public libraries."Beth Gibbs, formerly with P.L. of Charlotte & Mecklenburg Cty., NC Copyright 2000 Cahners Business Information.
'A triumph of the minimalist, it appraises love, both sacred and
profane, desire, pain and the disappointments of this earth with a
laser eye.'
The Times
'Graceful and charming... If there are tears in the eyes, they
will be tears of pure pleasure at the resolution and consummate
workmanship of a small masterpiece.'
Shena Mackay, Independent (on The Woman in Black)
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