Mystery of the inn by the shore - A novel

Florence Warden

Summary

In "Mystery of the Inn by the Shore," Florence Warden crafts a gripping Victorian mystery that intertwines elements of suspense, romance, and gothic intrigue. Set against the backdrop of a secluded seaside inn, Warden employs a richly descriptive literary style that evokes the moody atmosphere characteristic of the era's detective fiction. The plot intricately weaves together the lives of its characters, revealing secrets, conspiracies, and the haunting specters of the past, while meticulously exploring themes of societal constraints and the search for truth. Florence Warden, an accomplished author and one of the pioneering figures in crime fiction, was greatly influenced by her background in theatre and her fascination with psychological character studies. Her experiences as a successful novelist during the late 19th century reflect a growing interest in the genre's narrative complexity and the role of women within it. This societal context likely propelled Warden to delve into themes of deception and identity, resonating with the cultural shifts of her time. Readers who appreciate well-crafted mysteries suffused with atmospheric tension and emotional depth will find "Mystery of the Inn by the Shore" to be a captivating read. Warden's ability to blend intricate plots with profound character development offers not only a thrilling literary experience but also a thoughtful exploration of human nature, making this novel a must-read for fans of classic crime fiction.

Available since: 03/02/2025.

Print length: 110 pages.

Other books that might interest you

Captivated by Love

Anonymous

After being locked up for a crime he didn't commit, Sheppard Granger is back to take over the reins as CEO of Granger Aeronautics. On top of that, he intends to totally romance his wife Carson and make up for the time they couldn't share together. When their idyllic marriage is threatened by someone from Carson's past, the Grangers unite and prove that when it comes to protecting those they love, they are more than prepared to meet trouble head on. This is Book 4 in the Granger Series.

Show book

The Liar

Louise Jensen

‘A twisty tale of family complexities and high-risk secrets from an author who rarely disappoints’ Daily Mail, Ones to Watch
'The answer is everyone! So many secrets and lies and twists and revelations that I was not expecting and was completely blown away. This book was impossible to put down …' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Wow!!! Just wow! This is the best book from Louise Jensen yet!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
* * * *
The Abbotts’ new lodger Luke hasn’t told them much about himself, but they can’t expect to know everything about a stranger who’s just moved in.
But Luke keeps asking about their family photos and looking through their things. Why does he want to know everything about them? And why does daughter Jen think someone is watching her?
Then, suddenly, Mum Mel texts the family to say she needs a break. But Mel has never gone away alone before. And now it’s been days, and no one has heard from her.
The Abbotts’ house is full of secrets.
They say people never tell the whole truth.
They’re right.
* * * *
Praise for Louise Jensen:
‘Louise Jensen is the master of suspense … Taut, atmospheric and utterly compulsive, it takes one family’s struggle to survive in desperate times and spins it into a gripping whodunit' Kia Abdullah
‘The term page-turner was made for books like this. Intricate plotting, incredible pace, and a wonderful weaving of past and present’ Andrea Mara
‘I absolutely whipped through it. I loved how the characters were relatable and sympathetic … Louise has produced another sure-fire hit that has it all.’ J. L. Blackhurst
‘A galloping pulse-pounder’ Heat
‘A compelling page-turner’ Bella
‘Emotionally gripping story’ Woman
Louise Jensen's The Liar is a top domestic thriller that delves into the secrets of the Abbotts family. This latest novel is a gripping exploration of the supernatural, making it a must-pre-order for fans of suspenseful stories.
For fans of Freida Mcfadden (The Tenant), Sue Watson (His First Wife), Kiersten Modglin (The Atonement), K.L. Slater (The Girlfriend), and James Caine (A Sister's Promise).
HarperCollins 2025

Show book

Grape Sugar Sorcery

Sara Bourgeois

Darkness descends when a teenage girl vanishes in the bewitching town of Hemlock Hollow. Candy shop owner and undercover witch Blue Bell springs into action as occult symbols surround the puzzling disappearance. With help from her sister Pepper, handsome P.I. Ethan Moore, and her sassy cat familiar, Tiffany, Blue follows a trail of chilling clues leading deep into the forest. 
 
 
 
Her uncanny abilities give her an edge in the baffling case that stumps the police. But when their investigation gets too close for comfort, a dangerous cult targets the sisters. In a heart-pounding confrontation, Blue must tap into her full magical powers to survive and take down the sinister forces threatening her town, sister, and snarky feline friend. 
 
 
 
She risks exposing her long-hidden gifts to confront the dark side of magic in her beloved haven. Will she prevail and unlock the secrets behind the teen's alarming vanishing?

Show book

After the Flood

Dave Warner

A thrilling new novel in the award-winning Dan Clement series. 
A violent death by crucifixion near a remote north-west station has Detective Inspector Dan Clement and his Broome police officers disturbed and baffled. Other local incidents - the theft of explosives from a Halls Creek mine site, social justice protests at an abattoir, a break-in at a child-health care clinic - seem mundane by comparison. But as Clement starts to make troubling connections between each crime, he finds himself caught in a terrifying race. In a landmass larger than Western Europe, he must identify and protect an unknown target before it is blown to bits by an invisible enemy.  
 
‘Sophisticated crime fiction with a WA flavour’ SUNDAY TIMES

Show book

Death of an Old Git - The...

Andrea Frazer

`A mischievously entertaining crime novel' SIMON BRETT
The first instalment in The Falconer Files, Andrea Frazer's insanely grippingvillage detective series with a delightful slice of humour. Perfect for fans ofAgatha Christie, Lillian Jackson Braun and Midsomer Murders.
READER'S CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF ANDREA'S QUIRKY CRIME NOVELS!
***** 'Probably one of the best mystery novels I have read. Such complex characters... and a lovely description of village life' Reader Review
***** 'Fantastic read. Nice and easy with interesting characters. So lifelike you could conjure up a picture of each member. Brilliant!' Reader Review
***** 'This is simply an excellent classic whodunnit in the same library as Agatha Christie or Lillian Jackson Braun!!' Reader Review
***** 'Brilliantly written kept me thinking who done it. Highly recommended. Will be reading more...' Reader Review
___________
In the village of Castle Farthing a mean-spirited, spiteful, curmudgeonly old man is found drugged and strangled in the kitchen of his cottage, with no obvious clues to the perpetrator of the crime.
DI Falconer and Acting DS Carmichael are summoned from the police headquarters in the nearby town of Market Darley and begin to uncover a web of grudges against the old man and a sea of familial connections between those who knew him.
As the heat of July continues relentlessly, tempers flare, disturbing the usual rural calm of the village, and the normally imperturbable Harry Falconer. Faced with a crime with no obvious prime suspect and the idiosyncrasies of his new partner, Carmichael, is he gradually losing his grip on the case as the body count rises?

Show book

Her Last Truth (A Rachel Gift...

Blake Pierce

This recording has been digitally produced by Blake Pierce, using a synthesized version of an audiobook narrator’s voice under license. When participants in a groundbreaking cancer treatment trial begin dying from seemingly unrelated complications, FBI Agent Rachel Gift suspects someone is sabotaging humanity's fight against disease. Can she expose a killer before another patient's hope becomes their final breath?

“A masterpiece of thriller and mystery.”
—Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (re Once Gone)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

HER LAST TRUTH (A Rachel Gift FBI Suspense Thriller) is book #27 in a long-anticipated new series by #1 bestseller and USA Today bestselling author Blake Pierce, whose bestseller Once Gone (a free download) has received over 7,000 five star ratings and reviews.

FBI Agent Rachel Gift, 33, unparalleled for her ability to enter the minds of serial killers, is a rising star in the Behavioral Crimes Unit—until a routine doctor visit reveals she has but a few months left to live.

Not wishing to burden others with her pain, Rachel decides, agonizing as it is, not to tell anyone—not even her boss, her partner, her husband, or her seven-year-old daughter. She wants to go down fighting, and to take as many serial killers with her as she can, but she can feel herself slipping.

While investigating the murders, a hospice worker recognizes the tired look in Rachel’s eye. She can’t hide her condition anymore and she knows it.

It is time to confess her truth—but not before she catches her last killer.

A page-turning and harrowing crime thriller featuring a brilliant and tortured FBI agent, the RACHEL GIFT series is a riveting mystery, packed with non-stop action, suspense, twists and turns, revelations, and driven by a breakneck pace that will keep you flipping pages late into the night. Fans of Rachel Caine, Teresa Driscoll and Robert Dugoni are sure to fall in love.

Future books in this series are now available!

“An edge of your seat thriller in a new series that keeps you turning pages! ...So many twists, turns and red herrings… I can't wait to see what happens next.”
—Reader review (Her Last Wish)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“A strong, complex story about two FBI agents trying to stop a serial killer. If you want an author to capture your attention and have you guessing, yet trying to put the pieces together, Pierce is your author!”
—Reader review (Her Last Wish)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“A typical Blake Pierce twisting, turning, roller coaster ride suspense thriller. Will have you turning the pages to the last sentence of the last chapter!!!”
—Reader review (City of Prey)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Right from the start we have an unusual protagonist that I haven't seen done in this genre before. The action is nonstop… A very atmospheric novel that will keep you turning pages well into the wee hours.”
—Reader review (City of Prey)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Everything that I look for in a book… a great plot, interesting characters, and grabs your interest right away. The book moves along at a breakneck pace and stays that way until the end. Now on go I to book two!”
—Reader review (Girl, Alone)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Exciting, heart pounding, edge of your seat book… a must read for mystery and suspense readers!”
—Reader review (Girl, Alone)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Show book