Seaside mystery and family ties meet in a tale of secrets, courage, and searchers who won’t quit.
Set against the beauty of a coastal town, this novel follows Portia Dennison as she returns to the old world she loves and faces a web of mystery that thickens with every new clue. From bustling rooms in a quiet farmhouse to the busy streets of Oakdale, characters confront surprising connections and the pull of family history. The story blends warm home life with the tension of a quest that could change two lives forever.
- A warm, small-town setting with a close-knit household and a mysterious new lodger.
- A gripping search for a missing child that tests trust and resilience.
- Clues, confidences, and revelations that uncover a twin sister story and a decades-old secret.
- Rich, character-driven moments about loyalty, memory, and the power of family bonds.
Ideal for readers who enjoy historical fiction with a strong sense of place, nuanced relationships, and a slowly unfolding mystery about identity and belonging.
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The Inn By the Sea Chapter I SWINGING her empty tin pail, Portia tripped across the meadow. She had been carrying lemonade to Donald in the field. Stooping under a wire fence, she paused just beyond it to look down upon the town. Te Dennison farm was situated upon a hill which half encircled the village of Oakdale. Silvery glimpses of the river, which bounded the other side of the town, were visible to Portia through gaps in the trees, and her eyes drank in the beauty of the scene appreciatively. .IJ prierging from the white houses of the villag Hanci Lwaiidcrfrir iip the hill in picturesque deviousnes, a )VQ pdsyroad wound toward the Denriis Qjfaftij EcH jse, and as Portia gazed, a masciilirfg jigpre anncr into view upon it. The man tiatf re ached tae Vbrow of the hill and was evidently bound for the farmhouse.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book traces the relationship between Portia, a woman torn between duty and ambition, and Hamlin, an enigmatic man struggling with his suspicions. The story unfolds against a picturesque rural backdrop, exploring themes of identity, truth, love, and the clash between societal expectations and personal dreams. Through the authorâs vivid prose, readers are immersed in a tale that probes the complexities of human nature, where characters grapple with their inner conflicts and navigate the complexities of love and relationships. Ultimately, this book offers a profound meditation on the choices we make and their far-reaching consequences, revealing the intricate tapestry of our lives. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331647584_0
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