Death at Delphi
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Last published Thu, Sep 8, 2016
Whose bones lie in Caroline's grave?
* A mysterious drowning
* A dead person seen alive
* A secret society reviving ancient rites
* Rumours of smuggling, espionage and betrayal
When a handsome stranger asks Jayne for help, her quest takes her to Greece where a web of lies, intrigue, and jealousy is soon laid bare.
But how can Jayne unravel the intrigue of her friend's death, when no one will believe her?
And where is Caroline now?
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