The Curious Vanishing of Beatrice Willoughby

The Curious Vanishing of Beatrice Willoughby is a suspenseful mystery that centers around the disappearance of six-year-old Beatrice Willoughby at a lavish All Hallows Eve party hosted by the enigmatic Amadeus family. The event leaves the small mountain town of Nevermore rife with gossip and suspicion. When Mort Amadeus is accused of the crime, the once-prominent family retreats into seclusion, leaving their house shrouded in dark rumors of magic.

Thirteen years later, six mysterious invitations are sent to residents of the town, calling them to a celebration at the now-abandoned Amadeus household. This invitation sets off a thrilling investigation into the truth behind Beatrice's vanishing. The story unfolds as various intriguing characters are introduced, each holding secrets tied to the fateful night. These include Duchess von Pelt, whose face has never been seen, Mrs. Raven, the innkeeper, Wormwood, the eerie caretaker, Dr. Foozle, the pharmacist, Count Baines, who predicts misfortunes, Judge Ophelius, who oversaw Beatrice's case, and the mysterious Mr. and Mrs. H, whose identities blur.

At the heart of the mystery are two new characters, Dewey, a curious and clever eleven-year-old boy, and his father Chaucer, a skilled storyteller. Together, they begin to uncover the truth, weaving together the tangled web of secrets, lies, and forgotten connections that may hold the key to Beatrice's disappearance. The story blends elements of dark magic, intrigue, and family drama, creating an atmospheric and gripping narrative that will keep readers questioning what is real and what is not until the very end.