Fans of Maggie O' Farrell will not be disappointed with her latest novel, 'The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox'. This is a story of family - of sisters and sisters, of brother and sister, all inextricably linked. The power of O'Farrell's writing lies in her ability to blend narrative voices so expertly that they all appear to be present at once, telling their tale to the reader. Esme's story is heartbreaking and provokes sympathy; Kitty's constant ramblings reveal the true events and Iris, as a young modern woman, with issues of her own, is left to pick up the pieces. A stunning read.