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  • Small Town Mystery

  • 19th-century English mystery: Blackmail, Vendettas, and Murder in Stonemarket—Unearthed Secrets Shattering Lives and Reputations.
  • By: Cole Blackwood
  • Narrated by: Virtual Voice
  • Length: 7 hrs and 45 mins

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Small Town Mystery

By: Cole Blackwood
Narrated by: Virtual Voice
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Publisher's summary

A Charming Yet Mysterious Tale of 19th Century Stonemarket

Small Town Mystery is a gripping tale that transports readers to the quaint and mysterious town of Stonemarket, nestled deep within the serene English countryside of the late 19th century.

Secrets and Shadows Amongst the Rustic Charm

This intriguing mystery novel spins a complex web of deceit and crime around its central characters, the successful partners Anthony Babin and Milford Rutherford. Their usual routine is disrupted by the arrival of a ghost from their past, the elusive Swanson, whose intentions of revealing an old, hidden crime threatens to shatter the peace in Stonemarket.

The Chilling Spiral of Suspense

As Swanson's threats become a grim reality, with his death sparking a feverish investigation and a whirlwind of speculation, both Babin and Rutherford are plunged into chaos. Try as they might to manage the fallout, the community begins to suspect their involvement in the gruesome murder.

Hidden Motives and Faltering Allegiances

The true colors of our protagonists are revealed under the mounting pressure. Babin's unraveling character and his drastic measures reveal the extent of the threatening secrets. His act of eradicating threats leads to multiple murders, culminating in his downfall at the hands of an enraged public exposed to deceit and crime.

A Desperate Bid to Reclaim Integrity

Rutherford’s desperate attempts to control the spiraling situation result in a game of tipping scales of public opinion, personal vendettas, and lost integrity. Despite his efforts, Rutherford's desperate maneuvers only invite further scorn and isolation from the community he once held in high regard.

The Impactful Closure of this Unsettled Narrative

The novel draws to a powerful ending with a poignant reflection upon the devastating consequences of hidden pasts. As peace eventually returns to Stonemarket, an unsettling reminder of deceit and shattered reputations linger, proving that even the smallest towns can harbor the largest secrets.

A Must-Read For Fans Of Intricate Plots And Mysterious Pasts!

Small Town Mystery is a masterful blend of classic mystery elements, all set against a beautifully depicted late 19th-century English backdrop. It offers avid readers a thrilling journey of suspense, betrayal, and the haunting consequence of buried secrets.

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