The Secret Places of the Heart

Hang tight and discover the hidden depths of the human heart with this thrilling tale by the father of sci-fi, H. G. Wells!

When Sir Richmond Hardy sets out to uncover the root of his problems alongside his therapist, they engage in many thought-provoking and entertaining conversations. But when he encounters a strikingly beautiful woman, everything is turned upside down.

As love blossoms between the two, the tension grows as Richard must confront the fact that he's already married...

A compelling and deeply personal novel, ‘The Secret Places of the Heart’ is ideal for fans of H.G. Wells as it provides invaluable insight into a turbulent period of the great author’s life.



H. G. Wells (1866-1946) was an English author and Noble Prize in Literature nominee, prolific across several genres, and celebrated as the "father of science fiction". His notable science fiction works include the blockbuster hit adaptation ‘The Time Machine’, ‘The Invisible Man’, ‘The War of the Worlds’, and ‘When the Sleeper Walks’. Wells remains a significant influence on the sci-fi genre today.