Sarah Waters Books

Tipping the Velvet is a historical fiction novel by Sarah Waters that explores themes of gender identity and sexual freedom in Victorian England. Set in the 1890s, the story follows Nancy Astley, a young woman who falls in love with male impersonator Kitty Butler and embarks on a journey of self-discovery and independence. Through vivid storytelling and rich historical detail, the book delves into the hidden world of queer relationships and the societal constraints of the time.

The Night Watch by Sarah Waters is a gripping novel set in World War II-era London. The story unfolds in reverse chronology, revealing the interconnected lives of a group of characters and the secrets they hold. Through beautiful prose and vivid descriptions, Waters explores themes of love, loss, and the impact of war on ordinary people.

Fingersmith by Sarah Waters is a gripping historical novel set in Victorian England. It tells the story of Sue Trinder, a young orphan who is drawn into a plot to defraud a wealthy heiress. Full of twists and turns, the book explores themes of betrayal, love, and the power dynamics between the characters.

The Paying Guests is a gripping historical novel by Sarah Waters set in 1920s London. It follows the story of Frances, a young woman who lives with her mother in a large house that they can no longer afford. To make ends meet, they take in lodgers, a young married couple. As Frances becomes increasingly drawn to one of the guests, the novel delves into themes of desire, betrayal, and the consequences of societal expectations.

Affinity is a haunting novel set in Victorian England, written by Sarah Waters. The story follows Margaret Prior, a troubled woman who becomes a visitor at Millbank prison. There, she becomes drawn to Selina Dawes, a spiritualist medium serving time for a mysterious crime. As Margaret delves deeper into Selina's world, she uncovers dark secrets and questions her own sanity. This gripping tale explores themes of love, betrayal, and the supernatural.

The Little Stranger is a chilling and atmospheric novel set in post-war England. It tells the story of a country doctor who becomes entangled with the once-grand Ayres family and their eerie, decaying estate. As strange and inexplicable events begin to occur, the doctor is forced to confront his own beliefs about the supernatural and the secrets that lie hidden within the house.