A gripping historical mystery set in a fogbound English village, this novel follows bookbinder Evelyn Tilling after she discovers a hidden letter inside an old family folio. When a local historian dies suddenly after accusing a powerful family of hiding the truth about a long-ago murder, Evelyn is drawn into a dangerous investigation involving poison, secrets, and buried injustice. Atmospheric, intelligent, and rich with suspense, it's perfect for readers who love village mysteries, slow-burn romance, and bookish intrigue.
A gripping historical mystery set in a fogbound English village, this novel follows bookbinder Evelyn Tilling after she discovers a hidden letter inside an old family folio. When a local historian dies suddenly after accusing a powerful family of hiding the truth about a long-ago murder, Evelyn is drawn into a dangerous investigation involving poison, secrets, and buried injustice. Atmospheric, intelligent, and rich with suspense, it's perfect for readers who love village mysteries, slow-burn romance, and bookish intrigue.