The Cliffs

"The Cliffs" is a captivating novel by J. Courtney Sullivan that explores themes of family, secrets, ghosts, and the return home. The story is set against the picturesque cliffs of Maine and revolves around a Victorian house that holds over a century of secrets. The protagonist, Jane Flanagan, discovers the abandoned house in her youth and finds it to be a refuge from the turmoil of her childhood. Two decades later, she returns as a Harvard archivist, only to find that the once cherished hideaway of her dreams has been transformed into a modern, impersonal building. The new owner, Genevieve, believes that the house is haunted by ghosts, adding an extra layer of mystery to the narrative. Sullivan masterfully crafts a gripping and thought-provoking tale that captivates readers until the very last page.