Dive into the darkly enchanting world of Julia Armfield’s “Private Rites” (ISBN: 9780008608040). Explore a captivating blend of gothic horror and unsettling beauty, praised by critics as “brilliantly audacious” and “hauntingly good.” This must-read novel delves into hidden desires and forbidden rituals, weaving a spellbinding tale that will stay with you long after the final page.