The Last Guest
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Last published Sun, Jun 1, 2025
Synopsis
Seven people arrive at Talbot House, a cliffside mansion isolated by thick woods and fog. They're invited under the pretense of honoring Reed Talbot's final wishes after his sudden death-claimed to be a suicide.
But Reed didn't die by his own hand.
And someone here knows the truth.
Cast of Characters
Elena Marlowe - A sharp-witted investigative journalist returning to her hometown after years away. Haunted by a past tragedy.
Damon Hale - Elena's former lover, now a stoic police detective with secrets of his own.
Lila Everhart - Elena's childhood best friend, now married and oddly distant.
Theo Everhart - Lila's charming, enigmatic husband. Ex-military with a dark charm.
Maya Quinn - A rebellious local artist with ties to all the main characters, especially Damon.
Grant Sinclair - A tech entrepreneur and outsider, invited to the weekend retreat as Lila's old flame.
Iris Vale - A mysterious woman no one seems to remember inviting. Her presence unnerves the group.
Reed Talbot - The deceased. A wealthy recluse whose murder kicks off the story. Known to everyone but trusted by none.
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