by Mary Stewart
First published 2011
Camilla Haven wanted excitement during her solitary holiday in Greece. She gets more than she bargained for when she finds herself embarking on an enigmatic automobile trip to the ancient site of Delphi. The sacred temple grounds hold secrets that generate both suspense and terror. What begins as Camilla's simple desire to break free from vacation boredom transforms into a perilous adventure filled with intrigue. After writing to her friend Elizabeth back in England about her quiet trip, Camilla's circumstances shift dramatically. The journey to Delphi pulls her into circumstances she never anticipated. Mystery surrounds every turn as she navigates threats she doesn't fully understand. The ancient temple setting amplifies the danger that closes in around her. Camilla must rely on her wits to survive what started as an innocent quest for holiday adventure.
Genres: adventure, suspense, mystery, thriller
Vibes: atmospheric, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, unexpected-adventure
Setting: Delphi, Greece
Period: 20th-century
400 pages · Paperback · Hodder & Stoughton