The Newcomer
The Newcomer by Laura Elizabeth Woollett, published by Scribe Publications on December 9, 2021, is a literary work that intertwines elements of mystery and crime. The narrative unfolds in a hotel room on a tranquil Pacific island, where Judy Novak anxiously awaits her daughter Paulina, a 29-year-old with a troubled past. As Judy grapples with her fears that Paulina may have taken her own life, the discovery of her daughter’s body reveals a more sinister truth: Paulina has been murdered. This sets off a complex investigation that challenges Judy’s understanding of her daughter and the people around her.
Readers will find a gripping exploration of familial bonds and the lengths to which a mother will go to seek justice. The story delves into the lives of the island’s inhabitants, each of whom becomes a suspect in Paulina’s death, while also shedding light on Paulina’s tumultuous relationships and struggles. With a page count of 368, this edition presents a nuanced narrative that invites readers to unravel the mystery alongside Judy, as she confronts the reality of her daughter’s life and the impact of her untimely death.
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In a hotel room on a sleepy Pacific island, Judy Novak waits. And worries. It isn’t the first time 29-year-old problem child Paulina has kept her mother waiting. But Judy can’t ignore the island’s jagged cliffs and towering pines – or the dread that Paulina has finally acted on her threats to take her own life. When Paulina’s body is discovered, Judy’s worst fears seem confirmed. Only, Paulina didn’t kill herself. She was murdered. So begins a thorny investigation, wherein every man on the island is a suspect yet none are as maligned as Paulina- the captivating newcomer known for her hard drinking, disastrous relationships, and habit of walking alone. But, above all, Paulina is her mother’s daughter. And death won’t stop Judy Novak from fighting for Paulina’s life.
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