Other Lady Vanishes

In the second installment of her new series, Jayne Ann Krentz/Amanda Quick takes us back to California, where Hollywood moguls and stars seeking privacy for scandalous trysts and wild parties come together in the glitzy set of the 1930s. One such customer is Jake Truett, a recently widowed businessman in town for a therapeutic rest. But unbeknownst to Adelaide, his exhaustion is just a cover. In Burning Cove, no one is who they seem, and Adelaide and Jake are drawn into a murky world of duplicity and misdirection. They will find connections to the woman Adelaide used to be and uncover the spectre of a killer who has been real all along.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 352 pages
\n Publication date: 04 April 2019
\n Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
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In the captivating second installment of her new series, Jayne Ann Krentz/Amanda Quick transports us back to the glamorous world of 1930s California, where Hollywood moguls and stars seek refuge from the prying eyes of the media and the public, seeking privacy for their scandalous trysts and wild parties. The glitzy set of the 1930s serves as the backdrop for this intriguing tale, where illusions and secrets intertwine, creating a tapestry of mystery and intrigue.

After escaping from a private sanitarium, Adelaide Blake arrives in Burning Cove, California, with a burning desire to start over. Working at a herbal tea shop, she inadvertently attracts the attention of Hollywood's elite, who are always in search of remedies for their hangovers and tonics. Among them is Jake Truett, a recently widowed businessman seeking solace in Burning Cove. However, what seems like a mere respite for Jake is merely a cover for his deeper intentions.

Burning Cove is a town where appearances can be deceiving, and no one is who they seem. Behind the façade of glamour and power, drug dealers, gangsters, and grifters lurk in the shadows, ready to exploit any opportunity that comes their way. Into this world of make-believe enters Madame Zolanda, a psychic who has a reputation for being accurate in her predictions. Adelaide and Jake, both wary of such charlatans, are drawn into Madame Zolanda's orbit, but they soon realize that her predictions are not as accurate as they seem.

When Madame Zolanda becomes a victim of her own dire prediction and is brutally killed, Adelaide and Jake are plunged into a murky world of duplicity and misdirection. They begin to uncover connections to the woman Adelaide used to be, and they realize that the specter of a killer has been lurking in the shadows all along. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they discover that the killer is not just a random stranger but someone who has a personal connection to Adelaide's past.

With danger lurking around every corner, Adelaide and Jake must use all their skills and resources to unravel the mystery and bring the killer to justice. They navigate through a web of lies and deceit, encountering unexpected twists and turns that test their loyalty and courage. In the end, they must face the truth about their past and the consequences of their actions.

Jayne Ann Krentz/Amanda Quick's "Burning Cove" is a captivating and suspenseful tale that takes readers on a journey through the glamour and darkness of 1930s California. With its intricate plot, well-developed characters, and atmospheric setting, this book is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and mystery. The author's skillful writing and ability to keep readers engaged from start to finish make this a truly unforgettable experience.

\n Weight: 238g\n
Dimension: 126 x 197 x 22 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780349415970\n \n