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Lillian Newton finds herself among a diverse group of strangers taking shelter at the old Plantation Inn after a river flood forces them into the historic stage‑stop. Initially dismissing the others, she soon senses growing tension—rumors of an escaped outlaw terrorizing the countryside, whispered conversations, and unsettling events. A stalking shadow, a cat found with a cut throat, and a mysterious infant cry create an atmosphere of dread. Lillian’s mistrust sharpens toward the enigmatic Frenchman Jean Marsh, whose arrogance fuels her inner fury. With each eerie episode, she becomes convinced the killer lurks among those present—and restless questions arise: which of the inn’s occupants holds the murderous secret, and how long before violence reigns?
First publish date: 1971
Genre: Suspense/General Suspense
Authors: Jennifer Blake
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