The Hidden Cove

Young Londoner Oliver Gordon inherits a colonial mansion, the Villa «Marina» in the coastal town of Suances in Cantabria — a region in northern Spain. During renovation work in the basement, a sealed body of an infant is discovered, and nearby — a strange object, an ugly statuette depicting some exotic idol. The dreadful find seems to open a door to the abyss, and in the peaceful resort area and its surroundings, murders begin to occur, each more intricate than the last. The police are at a standstill, the investigation is stalled. Oliver, who has fled to Spain from his past, becomes seriously engaged in the investigation led by Valentina Redondo, a stern beauty with eyes of different colors. Gradually, it becomes clear that the roots of the crimes stretch back to a distant past, to the years of the Spanish Civil War. Oliver realizes that both the terrible find and everything that happened afterward is directly connected to him...
A Spanish detective bestseller, where the investigation is closely intertwined with family history. The setting, Cantabria, with its hidden coves, secluded beaches, ancient artifacts, adds a special charm to the book — one of the most mysterious regions of Spain. The magic of the place in the novel combines with the detective plot, mysteries of history, and ancient symbols. «The Hidden Cove» is a true detective journey into the unknown.