Every quiet harbor has a secret.

One murder. A town full of stories.

During Merrin Cove’s annual book festival, respected local historian Graham Vale is found dead inside Page & Lantern Books. A heated public argument points toward an obvious suspect—but bookseller Ruth Calder knows the easiest explanation is not always the right one.

As a mysterious special order leads to forgotten records and a bitter waterfront dispute, Ruth follows the clues with her quick-witted assistant Bea and the steady support of Daniel. The deeper she digs, the more she realizes that the town’s most dangerous secrets are the ones everyone thinks they already understand.

A rare book. A dead historian. A seaside town full of secrets.