The Last Mrs Summers

Lady Georgiana Rannoch is pulled into a twisted Gothic tale of betrayal, deception, and murder after returning from her honeymoon with Darcy O Mara. Her friend Belinda inherits an old cottage in Cornwall, but it is uninhabitable. They meet Rose Summers, a woman Belinda knew as a child, and stay at Trewoma Hall, the estate now owned by her husband, Tony. When a member of the household is found murdered, all clues point to Belinda as the prime suspect. Georgiana must sift through the ruins of their past to save Belinda from losing her chance at freedom in the present.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 07 December 2023
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Lady Georgiana Rannoch, fresh from her honeymoon with the dashing Darcy O Mara, finds herself drawn into a captivating Gothic tale of betrayal, deception, and, most certainly, murder. A friend in need beckons her into this twisted saga, and Lady Georgiana cannot resist the allure of mystery and intrigue.

As Lady Georgiana returns to her life at Eynsleigh, she is met with the challenges of her new role as mistress. Her cook, Queenie, seems determined to make her life a living hell, constantly taunting her and reminding her of Darcy's absence. Meanwhile, her grandfather, Lord Eynsleigh, dedicates himself to helping wayward youths avoid a life of crime.

When Lady Georgiana's dearest friend, Belinda, inherits an old cottage in Cornwall, she begs her to accompany her to inspect the property. After a thrilling journey in Belinda's monstrous motorcar, they arrive at the creaky old cottage called White Sails, only to discover that it is completely uninhabitable. Just when Lady Georgiana begins to wonder if she would have been better off trying to convince Queenie to cook a roast that hasn't been burnt beyond recognition, they meet Rose Summers, a woman Belinda knew as a child when she spent time in Cornwall. Rose invites them to stay at Trewoma Hall, the lovely estate now owned by her husband, Tony.

Belinda confesses that she never liked Rose and had a fling with Tony years ago, making staying with them far from ideal. However, as the saying goes, beggars cannot be choosers, and Lady Georgiana finds herself reluctantly accepting the invitation. Trewoma Hall, once a cherished memory for Belinda, holds a mysterious and foreboding presence. The oppressive efficiency of the housekeeper, Mrs. Mannering, and Tony's apparent desire to rekindle his past relationship with Belinda add to the air of unease.

Their visit at Trewoma soon takes a deadly turn when a member of the household is found murdered, and all clues point to Belinda as the prime suspect. Lady Georgiana is shocked and bewildered, as she had no idea that Belinda was capable of such a crime. She soon discovers that some long-buried secrets have come back to haunt them, and the truth about Trewoma Hall and its inhabitants is more sinister than she could have ever imagined.

As Lady Georgiana delves deeper into the investigation, she uncovers a web of lies and deceit that spans generations. She encounters mysterious characters, including a sinister butler named Mr. Jenkins, who seems to have a hidden agenda. Lady Georgiana also discovers that Rose Summers has her own secrets and motivations, and she is not the innocent victim she appears to be.

In a race against time, Lady Georgiana must unravel the truth and clear her friend's name. She must confront the dark forces that lurk within Trewoma Hall and face the consequences of her own discoveries. With the help of her loyal servants, Lady Georgiana must navigate through a maze of treachery and danger, using her wits and intuition to outsmart those who seek to harm her and those she cares about.

In the end, Lady Georgiana emerges victorious, having uncovered the truth and brought the real culprits to justice. She learns that sometimes the most unexpected twists and turns can lead to the greatest discoveries and that true friendship and loyalty are worth fighting for.

Lady Georgiana returns to Eynsleigh, a changed woman. She has learned the importance of trust, loyalty, and the power of the human mind to overcome even the most daunting challenges. Her journey in Cornwall has taught her that sometimes the most beautiful places can hold the darkest secrets, and that the truth is often hidden just beneath the surface.

Weight: 214g
Dimension: 126 x 198 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781408718285