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A Bouquet of Secrets

(2025)
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Once Upon A Crime presents a chilling gothic crime collection.

Prepare to be swept into a world of dark intrigue, forbidden secrets, and gothic suspense in A Bouquet of Secrets, a spine-tingling anthology crafted by the talented members of Once Upon A Crime.

This atmospheric collection features flash fiction and short stories that distill the eerie essence of gothic mystery into a perfectly compact, haunting narrative. Whether set in storm-lashed ruins, fog-enshrouded moors, or crumbling castles, every tale revolves around a gripping crime, unexplained disappearance, or buried secret—and always with a twist that lingers in the mind long after the final page.

More than a genre sampler, this anthology is a testament to the creative power of women crime writers across the UK and Europe, converging to deliver a uniquely chilling, collaborative experience.

Ideal for fans of gothic horror, psychological thrillers, and mystery flash fiction, A Bouquet of Secrets is also a perfect gateway for readers new to gothic crime. Rich in atmosphere, tight in storytelling, and unforgettable in its suspense.

Contributing authors include Biba Pearce, Linda Mather, Jayne Garner, Wendy H. Jones, Stella Oni, Melissa Williams-Pope, Catherine Yaffe, Dianne Ascroft, Gillian Duff, Marti M. McNaire, Sheena Macleod, Rachel Amphlett, TM Chord, MJ Pringle, Stephanie Argy, Julia F. Clifford, W. E. Powell, Beth Green, Julia Chalkley, Erin Quill, Janet Innes, Amita Murray, Gianetta Murray, Lorraine Smith, Sandra Ireland, Lisa Hardraker, Shana Frost.



Genre: Mystery

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