The Essex Serpent

Set at the end of the nineteenth century, 'The Essex Serpent' tells the story of Cora Seaborne, a recently widowed woman who leaves London for the Essex countryside after her husband's death.

Fascinated by natural science and local legends, Cora becomes captivated by rumors of a mysterious serpent haunting the marshes.

As she investigates the myth, she forms close relationships with the local vicar, William Ransome, and other villagers, sparking debates about science, faith, and the nature of belief.

The novel explores themes of love, friendship, and the clash between reason and superstition in a rapidly changing world.