Review: 'Carrion Crow' by Heather Parry
Getting ready for married life can be quite a challenge, although few women would likely find themselves in the same position as Marguerite, who has been locked into the attic by her mother. Much of Carrion Crow is intriguing, but unfortunately I had some real issues with it as well. Thanks to Steerforth & Pushkin and NetGalley for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Pub. Date : 30/06/2026 Publisher : Steerforth & Pushkin; Pushkin Press Marguerite Périgord is locked in the attic of her family home, a towering Chelsea house overlooking the stinking Thames. For company she has a sewing machine, Mrs. Beeton’s Book of Household Management, and a carrion crow who has come to nest in the rafters. Restless, she spends her waning energies on the fascinations of her own body, memorising Mrs. Beeton’s advice and longing for life outside. Cécile Périgord has confined her daughter Marguerite for her own good. Cécile is concerned that Marguerite’s en...
