Curse of Penryth Hall is an atmospheric post-WWI gothic mystery set on a remote Cornish estate. When American bookstore owner Ruby Vaughn arrives to deliver books, she discovers the estate's owner murdered—and the locals whisper of an ancient curse. Skeptical yet determined, Ruby teams with a local folk healer to uncover the truth behind the death, separating superstition from sinister human intent. This MB/MWA First Crime Novel Award-winning debut weaves classic whodunit suspense with Cornish folklore and supernatural intrigue, featuring a witty, reckless heroine reconnecting with her former friend Tamsyn in a tale of mystery and secrets.
