Belle Mer

In "Belle Mer," Clea McAllister returns to her childhood vacation home, a luxurious mansion on the New England coast once owned by her grandmother, intending to confront the estate lawyer who defrauded her of her inheritance. As she navigates the alluring yet treacherous environment of Belle Mer, hidden secrets come to light, revealing that the past harbors more dangers than she anticipated. This intriguing short mystery with a gothic twist is part of Luanne Rice's "Getaway," a collection of six captivating stories that explore the darker sides of dream escapes.