The Parasites

‘Somehow more personal than Daphne du Maurier's other novels’ — KIRKUS REVIEWS

“When people play the game: Name three or four persons whom you would choose to have with you on a desert island - they never choose the Delaneys. They don't even choose us one by one as individuals. We have earned, not always fairly we consider, the reputation of being difficult guests . . .”

Maria, Niall, and Celia have grown up in the shadow of their famous parents. Their father is a flamboyant singer, and their mother is a talented dancer. Now, as they pursue their own creative dreams, all three siblings feel an undeniable bond. However, it is Maria and Niall who share the secret of their parents' pasts.

• Genre: Alternately comic and poignant
• Setting: Based on the artistic milieu its author knew best
• Experience: Draws the reader effortlessly into a magical world

The Parasites is a captivating novel that offers a glimpse into a world of artistry, family complexity, and hidden truths.