Sarah Hornsley in conversation with James Henry

We're so excited to welcome back local authors Sarah Hornsley and James Henry!

Both authors will be discussing Sarah's highly anticipated second novel, 'One Dark Summer.' Sarah's debut novel, 'Bad Blood,' was incredibly popular at our bookshop, and we can't wait for you to read her brand new novel - set on Osea Island!

Both Sarah and James' books will be available to purchase at the event. If you're not able to attend the event but would still like a signed copy, please get in touch at [email protected]

All tickets include a glass of fizz or a soft drink. The nearest car park is the White Horse Lane Car Park.

About 'One Dark Summer'

The gripping new thriller from the author of 'Bad Blood,' with a twisty dual timeline and a dark secret at its heart. Lily has spent her whole life not knowing the truth. Now, one island will change everything. When she was four years old, Lily's mother, Penny, walked out the family home and never returned. Growing up, Lily tried to block out the pain of betrayal. But years later, when Lily learns her mum's family used to own a holiday home on Osea Island, she can't resist booking a last-minute trip, hoping to finally find a connection to her mother. But Osea is no ordinary place. Tidal and remote, it keeps its secrets close. As Lily begins to peel back layers of the past, she uncovers a web of silence, betrayal, and pain stretching back twenty-five years.

About Sarah Hornsley

Sarah Hornsley started her career in publishing in 2012 at Orion Books, followed by a short stint in script development before becoming a literary agent in 2015, joining PFD in 2021. She was selected for The Bookseller Rising Star list in 2019. She lives in Essex with her family, and writes alongside working as an agent. Her first novel, Bad Blood, was published in 2025. Rights have sold in multiple territories and it has been optioned for television.

About James Henry

James Henry is the pen name for James Gurbutt. He has written four prequels to R.D Wingfield's Frost series and three Essex-based novels featuring DI Nick Lowry. He works in publishing and lives in Essex.