Ruth Saberton

​In the golden days before the First World War, two boys run wild through the grounds of Oyster Shore, a secluded riverside manor house - until the arrival of a girl who will change everything. As Europe teeters of the brink of war, their lives are bound by a secret that will haunt them for decades. 

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By winter 1964 Gerald Snowe, one of the richest men in England, is dying in solitude and tormented by the ghosts of the past. Consumed by guilt and seeking redemption, he leaves behind a tangled web of secrets. His dying wish? That someone might uncover the truth of what once happened on Oyster Shore. But time is running out...

Decades later, writer Lowenna Scott retreats to a Cornish riverside hideaway, seeking to rebuild her life. Instead, she is drawn into the haunting mystery of Oyster Shore - a lonely place cloaked in mists and forgotten betrayals. In the company of the enigmatic Noah Wilson, Lowenna uncovers a long-buried love story that reverberates through the present. Together, they must confront the ghosts of the past - or be consumed by them.

Oyster Shore is a sweeping tale of forbidden love, bitter regrets, and the ties that bind across time. A haunting exploration of loss, betrayal and hope - this unforgettable novel leaves the reader questioning how far they would go to right the wrongs of history - and whether it's worth paying the highest of prices to uncover the truth.