The Shadow Key by Susan Stokes-Chapman
The Shadow Key by Susan Stokes-Chapman is a richly atmospheric gothic mystery set in 18th-century Wales, blending folklore, suspense, and historical detail into a haunting tale of secrets and survival. With vivid prose and compelling characters, it’s a gripping read that explores the tension between science and superstition.
In 1783, Dr. Henry Talbot, recently dismissed from his London post, accepts a mysterious job at the remote Welsh estate of Plas Helyg. Upon arrival, he encounters a hostile village, a crumbling estate, and the suspicious death of the previous physician. Teaming up with Linette Tresilian, Lord Julian’s fiercely independent niece, Henry begins to unravel the estate’s dark secrets. As they delve deeper, they uncover a chilling conspiracy rooted in Welsh folklore, mining exploitation, and occult practices, forcing them to confront both human and supernatural threats
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A darkly enchanting gothic mystery, The Shadow Key masterfully weaves Welsh folklore and 18th-century intrigue into a tale of secrets, science, and the supernatural.
