Shadows of Yesterday is a gripping mystery novel filled with dark family secrets, small-town intrigue, and long-buried betrayals. It follows one woman's journey to uncover the truth about her past and the dangerous secrets that could destroy everything she thought she knew. Perfect for fans of suspenseful thrillers and emotionally charged stories of family and deception.When thirty-three-year-old journalist Maya Collins receives an unexpected letter, she is summoned back to Millstone Falls, the small town she thought she had left behind for good. The letter informs her of the death of a mysterious woman named Evelyn Granger, who has left Maya everything-an old, decaying house and a box filled with secrets. But Maya has no idea who Evelyn is or why she has been named in her will.
As Maya reluctantly returns to her hometown, she is forced to confront the unresolved past she had been running from: her estranged family, old friendships, and the tragedy that tore her world apart. Millstone Falls may seem unchanged, but its dark undercurrents of lies and betrayals resurface the moment Maya sets foot in the town.
With each clue she uncovers, Maya is drawn deeper into a web of long-buried secrets. Her investigation reveals connections between Evelyn, her own father's mysterious death, and a family legacy shrouded in deceit. The more Maya digs into the past, the more she realizes that not everyone in Millstone Falls wants her there-and someone will stop at nothing to keep the town's darkest truths hidden.
"Shadows of Yesterday" is a page-turning mystery about family secrets, betrayal, and the lengths to which people will go to keep the past buried. For fans of gripping suspense and small-town intrigue, this novel will keep you guessing until the very last page.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A haunting and immersive mystery that keeps you on the edge of your seat. 'Shadows of Yesterday' masterfully blends family secrets and small-town intrigue, creating a story you won't be able to put down."
- Sarah Jennings, Mystery Novelist
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Sophia Rivers weaves a chilling tale of betrayal, lies, and the dangerous consequences of unearthing the past. A must-read for fans of suspenseful thrillers."
- Emily Thompson, Book Critic
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "A captivating page-turner that takes readers deep into the heart of a town where nothing is as it seems. The twists and turns left me breathless until the final revelation."
- Michael Adams, Investigative Journalist
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"With its intricate plot and well-drawn characters, 'Shadows of Yesterday' is a beautifully written novel that will appeal to anyone who loves a good mystery with emotional depth."
- Jessica Martin, Editor and Book Reviewer
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"A brilliant blend of suspense, emotion, and intrigue. Sophia Rivers creates an unforgettable atmosphere in this novel, where every secret has a price and the past never stays buried."
- Robert Miller, Professor of English Literature