The Secret of Sarek (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781803986463)

On the wild and windswept coast of Brittany lies a place wrapped in storm clouds, sea mist, and dreadful superstition-the mysterious Isle of Sarek. Known to fishermen and villagers as the Island of the Thirty Coffins, it has long been feared as a cursed land, haunted by shipwrecks, ancient Druid stones, and an ominous prophecy:

"Four women crucified, thirty coffins, and the God-Stone that gives life or death."

Into this sinister world comes Véronique d'Hergemont, a woman scarred by betrayal, loss, and years of mourning. She has lived believing that both her father and her son perished long ago-yet a strange trail of signs, bearing her maiden signature, draws her across France and into the heart of Brittany. Each clue whispers that her family may still be alive, imprisoned by a destiny she does not yet understand.

Her search leads her to the Isle of Sarek, where she encounters ruins, superstitious villagers, cryptic symbols, and the horrifying truth of the prophecy. The island conceals secrets that link her tragic past to a nightmarish present, where death waits on every cliffside, and the line between myth and reality blurs. In the shadows, her ruthless husband, Vorski, reappears-obsessed with fulfilling the prophecy and willing to commit unspeakable acts to see it realized.

What follows is a tale of suspense, sacrifice, and survival. Véronique must battle not only human cruelty but also the weight of fate itself as she struggles to rescue her son, confront her past, and unravel the mystery of the "thirty coffins."

Maurice Leblanc-celebrated creator of Arsène Lupin, the gentleman thief-here turns from playful intrigue to Gothic terror and adventure. The Secret of Sarek blends detective mystery, horror, romance, and folklore into a gripping novel that chills and enthralls from the very first page. With its stormy atmosphere, shocking twists, and unforgettable heroine, it stands as one of Leblanc's most powerful and enduring works.

This edition is ideal for readers who enjoy:

• Classic mystery and detective fiction with Gothic atmosphere
• French literature, suspense, and international thrillers
• Stories by Arthur Conan Doyle, Gaston Leroux, Wilkie Collins, and Jules Verne
• Supernatural legends, ancient curses, and island mysteries
• The adventures of Arsène Lupin and other French literary icons

A masterpiece of suspenseful storytelling, The Secret of Sarek offers dark beauty, relentless mystery, and a haunting reminder of how the past can never truly be buried. Rediscover this thrilling classic that continues to captivate mystery and Gothic fiction lovers around the world.