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Murder at Briarwood Castle
A Historic Estates Mystery (Book 1)
A secluded island. A gothic castle. A staged mystery weekend that turns terrifyingly real.
Sally Davies only wanted a fun escape when she and her best friend Joni booked a “mystery weekend” at the imposing gothic Briarwood Castle off the storm‑lashed coast of Maine. The event promises puzzles, clues, and a harmless whodunit — until a violent gale cuts the island off from the mainland and the castle’s wealthy host is found dead at the base of the grand staircase.
The game is over. The murder is real. And the killer is trapped inside with them.
As the storm rages and the lights flicker, Sally and Joni must navigate hidden passages, secret rooms, and the castle’s dark history to uncover the truth. But Sally isn’t alone. One of the guests — guarded, observant, and far too intriguing — becomes an unexpected ally. Their slow‑burn chemistry simmers beneath the danger, adding a spark of sensual tension without ever crossing into explicit territory.
Together, they uncover that Graham Whitmore’s fortune was built on extortion, ruined lives, and enemies who have waited years for revenge. In a castle full of suspects, everyone has something to hide… and the killer is watching their every move.
Can Sally unmask the murderer before the ferry returns, or will Briarwood Castle claim another victim before dawn?
Perfect for fans of locked‑room mysteries, gothic castles, slow‑burn romantic tension, and cozy mysteries with atmospheric suspense, Murder at Briarwood Castle delivers twists, secrets, and a heroine you’ll root for until the final page.
Fans of Agatha Christie, M.C. Beaton, and Charlaine Harris will feel right at home.
The Historic Estates Mysteries
1. Murder at Briarwood Castle (Book 1)
2. Vanishing at Wintermere House (Book 2 — coming March 2026)