Visitors will see National Trust’s Lyme Hall Park in a new light when they read award-winning, local author Stuart Webb’s new book ‘Lyme Hall’ - a classic ghost story with a contemporary feel.
With the grand setting of Lyme Hall Park, the story has all the ingredients of a traditional thriller: a gothic mansion, a mysterious lady in white and, murderous goings-on.
Amy Carney, Lyme Park’s House and Collections Manager said: “Stuart Webb's modern young protagonist will really appeal to today's reader.
“The book’s main character, Rose is happy with her life: an expensive house in the city, loving parents and a best friend she can trust. She wants for nothing and lives life to the full. Then, without warning, her perfect world is torn in two.
Forced to move to a country house she hates with a father she no longer understands, Rose is lost and alone. And when she begins to hear things that aren't there, see things that can't be real, her father doesn't want to know; all he cares about are the deer that are disappearing from the estate. Maybe, just maybe, if she can solve the mysteries herself, she can finally make him listen.”
“Stuart has drawn on lots of emotions in his new book including everyday issues such as bullying, bereavement - from the loss of a parent and difficult family circumstances, which gives depth to the story and gives the reader something to relate to - so I am sure it will be a great read.”
Paul Mansell, Shop Manager for Lyme Park says: “We are delighted to have Stuart Webb’s new book in our shop, it will make visitors see Lyme in a new light, as Stuart weaves fiction around the real history, locations and folklore associated with Lyme Park.
“ Stuart Webb will be signing copies of “Lyme Hall: A Ghost Story” at Lyme Park shop on 31 July from 11am to 3pm.”
For further details contact Paul Mansell on 01663 761413
Lyme Park is open Sun – Tues, 11am – 5pm (house). The garden, shop and estate are open daily. For details go to
Lyme Hall’: A Ghost Story’ by Stuart Webb
Book Signing at Lyme Hall Park Shop
Saturday 31 July, 11am-3pm
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