Abandoned: A Lively Deadmarsh Novel - Book 4: Deception and Deliverance

Katie Berry, the author of the Lively Deadmarsh series, presents a supernatural mystery rooted in the traditions of gothic fiction. The narrative centers on a specific event at the Sinclair Resort Hotel in British Columbia, Canada. On December 31st, 1981, ninety-eight guests celebrated inside the grand ballroom. When the clock struck twelve, fifteen seconds of darkness occurred. Upon the return of power, every person present vanished without a trace. Four decades later, Preternatural Investigator Lively Deadmarsh and his psychic twin sister Minerva take on this cold case. Their investigation aims to solve the mystery before they risk becoming permanent parts of it. The story draws comparisons to classic haunted house tales and surreal television anthologies. Berry structures the plot around the unresolved disappearance, requiring the twins to confront a decades-old enigma. The work appeals to readers who enjoy paranormal investigations and family dynamics in horror settings. It may not suit those seeking straightforward ghost stories without investigative elements. The book examines themes of sudden loss, familial bonds, and unexplained phenomena. Berry uses the backdrop of a luxury resort to contrast opulence with terror. The narrative relies on the tension between the past celebration and the present investigation. Readers interested in twin protagonists and cold case resolutions will find this volume engaging. The story maintains a focus on the specific details of the Sinclair Resort incident.