W. C. Ryan Knihy

Shortlisted for the prestigious CWA Gold Dagger Award, this gripping novel weaves a complex narrative filled with suspense and intrigue. The story follows a determined protagonist as they navigate a web of mystery and danger, uncovering dark secrets along the way. With richly developed characters and a meticulously crafted plot, the book explores themes of justice, morality, and the consequences of choices made in the face of adversity. Readers will be captivated by the twists and turns that keep them guessing until the very end.

Set against the backdrop of World War I, the story unfolds at Blackwater Abbey, where a spiritualist gathering seeks to connect with lost loved ones. Among the attendees are Kate Cartwright, grieving her brother, and the enigmatic Captain Donovan, both sent by intelligence to uncover a spy threat linked to Lord Highmount's armaments firm. As a storm isolates them, hidden secrets emerge, and tensions rise, leading to a deadly confrontation. The abbey's haunting presence adds an eerie layer to the unfolding mystery.

A gripping and atmospheric murder mystery set in a haunted house - And Then There Were None meets The Woman in Black.