"Based on the true story of a prisoner of Bedlam in 1800, this captivating and highly recommended novel examines the journey a mind takes when the body is incarcerated."
Spiralling down into darkness this fascinating and compelling historical novel is based on the true story of an inmate of Bethlam Royal Hospital (Bedlam) between 1800 to 1815. James Norris an American, was restrained, chained to a bar and confined in isolation for more than ten years, here Emily Bullock takes a look at possibilities and makes them fly.
James tells his own tale, the words slinking, twisting, disappearing into the fog of his memory and thoughts. Bedlam broods its way through the centre of this story, with other inmates and the keepers affecting the atmosphere. As James visits the past in his mind, his relationship, role as seaman, and even Fletcher Christian, famous for his part in the mutiny on the Bounty all entwine to explain the man James has become.
The writing sparked vivid details in my minds eye, and although my heart physically ached at times, there are also moments of hope to be found within the pages. Inside the Beautiful Inside is a rather special book, it opens a door and shines a penetrating light of awareness into the shadows of history. Highly recommended.
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A marine without his ship. A man without his liberty.
Inside the Beautiful Inside features in the following genres: Historical Fiction, Book Club Recommendations, Books of the Month, Star Books, Fiction, Recommendations, Romance / Relationship Stories
Paperback. £8.09, down from the £8.99 cover price. In Stock.
Inside the Beautiful Inside was written by Emily Bullock and published by Everything with Words
Inside the Beautiful Inside has 233 pages
£8.09, reduced from £8.99. In Stock.
