Eliza Hawkins has vanished without a trace, but only her friend and former student, Rachel Woods, suspects foul play. When she cannot even stir the local Constable in their small Victorian village to investigate, she picks up the trail herself. But when Rachel’s mother also disappears, Rachel knows there is something more sinister going on. If she doesn’t find help quickly, she may never see her mother or Miss Hawkins alive again. She reaches out to the handsome, young William, but is he really interested in solving this case, or does he have another agenda? The answer will surprise you.
Travel back in time to the roaring 20s, as Inspector Morris investigates the death of wealthy hotelier, Martin Van Croft, likely poisoned by one of the guests at his own dinner party. As the night unfolds it becomes clear that Charlie, Van Croft’s financial advisor, is up to something other than solving his client’s murder. And, things aren’t going as planned. Find out what’s really happening in this old-fashioned mystery with a twist. Read “The Dead Body in the Hall,” a short story by Penny Hutson in the anthology Coastal Crimes 2: Death Takes a Vacation.
Dreams, Doubts & Determination invites you to spend time with a group of writers who are all on their own creative journeys. Whether you need to refresh your soul, sharpen your skills, or rekindle you love of writing, this anthology has something for you.