Katerina's Secret

In 1928, wartime hero Edward Somers finds himself at the Hôtel de Corniche on the French Riviera, where he becomes captivated by the enigmatic Countess Katerina, who lives in a nearby villa under mysterious circumstances. Despite the restrictions on her visitors and the watchful eye of a guard, Edward and Katerina develop a close bond, raising questions about her confinement and the dangers that may lurk around her. As unsettling events unfold, Edward must confront the dark secrets of Katerina's life and the possibility that she is always on the run. Katerina's Secret, previously published as Shadows in the Afternoon, delves into themes of love, danger, and the quest for freedom.