Safekeep

WINNER OF THE WOMEN'S PRIZE 2025
SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE 2024
SHORTLISTED FOR THE DYLAN THOMAS PRIZE 2025
LONGLISTED FOR THE WINGATE PRIZE 2025

Safekeep by Yael van der Wouden is an exhilarating tale of twisted desire, complex histories, and the unexpected shape of revenge. This gripping novel will resonate with fans of Patricia Highsmith, Sarah Waters, and Ian McEwan's Atonement. Set fifteen years after the Second World War, the story follows Isabel, who has constructed a solitary life filled with discipline and strict routine at her late mother's country home.

As Isabel navigates her past and the shadows of war, the narrative reveals how her carefully crafted existence begins to unravel. Themes of isolation, the impact of history on personal lives, and the intricate nature of revenge weave through this compelling tale. Readers will be drawn into Isabel's complex world as she confronts her desires and the consequences of her choices.

Safekeep is ideal for those who appreciate thought-provoking literary fiction and character-driven stories, making it a perfect gift for book lovers.