Celia Fremlin 3 Book Collection Uncle Paul The Hours Before Dawn The Long Shadow

Celia Fremlin 3 Books Collection Set (Uncle Paul, Hours Before Dawn, Long Shadow) is a must-have paperback boxed set for fans of vintage psychological suspense and classic mid-century British fiction. Perfect for parents, book clubs, teachers building a mystery-themed reading list, or anyone who loves a slow-burn thriller, this book collection gathers three standout novels from a bestselling author whose work continues to grip readers. Condition: BRAND NEW. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9789124244873.

Inside this carefully chosen collection you’ll find three atmospheric novels that showcase Celia Fremlin’s talent for domestic dread, unreliable neighbors, and secrets hidden behind ordinary lives. These paperback editions are ideal as a gift set, a holiday present, or a timeless keepsake for readers who prefer tactile, collectible editions over digital formats.

Uncle Paul
A seaside caravan resort becomes the setting for simmering family tensions and buried crimes. Sisters Isabel and Meg enjoy sandcastles and sunlit promenades while their half-sister Mildred returns to a nearby cottage haunted by the past. Her husband, the enigmatic Uncle Paul, was once arrested for his first wife’s attempted murder — and old skeletons quickly rise to the surface. Fremlin’s skill at combining pastoral charm with unsettling revelations makes this novel an exceptional choice for those seeking atmospheric, slow-building suspense.

The Hours Before Dawn
Winner of the Edgar Award in 1960, The Hours Before Dawn is a masterclass in psychological tension. Louise is exhausted and desperate for a full night’s sleep; the baby’s cries, officious neighbors, and an apparently oblivious husband fray her nerves. When a new lodger arrives — sharing the husband’s interests — Louise’s fears escalate. Is she seeing danger where none exists, or is there a real threat her exhausted mind can’t properly assess? This paperback edition is an essential pick for readers who love domestic thrillers and mysteries written by award-winning authors.

The Long Shadow
Imogen is jolted awake by a phone call that accuses her of killing her husband, Ivor, who died two months earlier in a car crash. As autumn nights close in and unexpected visitors arrive under the guise of festive cheer, Imogen’s life is drawn into a spiral of suspicion, grief, and paranoia. Fremlin’s nuanced portrayal of grief, social expectations, and creeping menace make this novel a standout in the children’s-series-style of domestic suspense for adult readers.

• What’s included: Uncle Paul; The Hours Before Dawn; The Long Shadow.
• Condition: BRAND NEW paperback editions — collectible and ready to gift.
• Great for: bedtime reading, book clubs, vintage mystery collections, classroom discussions on mid-century fiction.
• Author credibility: Celia Fremlin, the celebrated author of sixteen novels, winner of the Edgar Award and trusted by generations of readers.

This boxed set is more than a simple paperback edition trio — it’s a compact gift set for mystery lovers and a perfect choice for anyone building a library of classic British suspense. Whether you’re selecting an engaging bedtime read, assembling a classroom unit on psychological novels, or giving a meaningful present to a devoted reader, this Celia Fremlin book collection offers timeless intrigue, emotional depth, and literary craftsmanship that endures.