The Key

By Frederick Zaccarini

Summary

This is an intriguing story of a young couple, Emma and Ross, who have just had another in a succession of stillborn children. One day whilst driving through the west end of London, the couple notice an old house for sale and after arranging to view the property, they put in an offer.

There is a strange inevitability in the way that the older couple who are selling the house, do so for a lower price. It all seems to have been predetermined. Is there a reason for this?

The story twists and turns as Emma uses on old key to unlock a house within a house.

Initially, on seeing the other house, Emma is shocked and amazed at the splendor and opulence of this Victorian marvel which seems to exist in a parallel universe within her own home, or is it within her own mind? At various stages the story flashes back to a link with the past, which not only helps to set the scene, but also adds to the intrigue and complexity of the outcome.

As she repeatedly returns to the house, Emma becomes more and more delusional. She decides to prove to Ross that it really exists, but is unable to. He is a loving husband, but starts to become increasingly impatient with his wife, her grip on reality, and her sanity.

Eventually, for an instant the past and present collide, with devastating consequences.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Frederick Zaccarini
• Release date: May 18, 2016
• ISBN: 9781310769801

Frederick Zaccarini

I am of Italian extraction, born in Scotland and have lived there all of my life. Although Frederick is his first name, I am known by my friends and colleagues as Tony, which is my Middle name. During my school days I was a real trouble maker and because I was not interested in conforming, found it to be a real challenge. I was keen on athletics and particularly in track and field where sprinting was my specialty. I graduated from the college of commerce and worked for Thompson Regional Newspapers in Aberdeen, where I became the manager of the design art studio and was heavily involved in advertising, marketing and promotions. Following that, I went on to be the creative director of an advertising agency, was heavily involved in the print industry and subsequently migrated into a business development role in upstream oil and gas. In my younger days in the 70's, I was a drummer in various rock bands, wrote many songs and jingles, and was an accomplished painter and artist. I was also was a keen on amateur dramatics, and played countless rolls on stage. Now at the age of 62, I have started writing and enjoy this latest chapter in my life.

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