Breckin River Librarian, Lily Keegan discovers a dragon-shaped, jeweled pendant with a ruby center hidden in a 12th century book. Against her best friend’s advice, she wears the pendant. It sets in motion a string of life-threatening near misses, convincing Lily it’s the century-old Cursed Dragon.
Fireman and Thor lookalike, Brayden Fletcher makes split-second decisions every day of his life. Traumatized by a death in a house fire he couldn’t prevent, Brayden seeks solace with his mother’s dear friend, Carmen, on the other side of the country.
She shared her theory about the pendant, and it shocks Lily to discover there’s more to her best friend than their age difference. Carmen is a Well Watcher. The future of the Well Watchers is in jeopardy when persons unknown kidnap Carmen. Lily receives a ransom note: the ruby for Carmen. Now Brayden is the only one she can trust.
By using Lily’s historical knowledge to their advantage, Lily and Brayden race against time to expose the truth and prevent a tragedy. Has Lily made too many mistakes and put their lives in the firing line?
Australian author Polly Holmes delights readers with paranormal and culinary cozy mysteries bursting with charm, mischief, and a dash of magic. Her stories blend action, humour, and unforgettable characters, creating page‑turning adventures that linger long after the final chapter.
When the clues turn darker and the stakes rise, she writes as P.L. Harris, delivering gripping paranormal and contemporary romances filled with heart‑pounding suspense and irresistible heat.
Both pen names belong to an internationally recognised, multi‑award‑winning storyteller. Her work has been celebrated across the Daphne du Maurier Awards, the RWAus Ruby and Sapphire Awards, the Silver Falchion Awards, the Davitt Awards longlist, and numerous national business and literary honours.
When she’s not conjuring mysteries or crafting romance, Polly can be found in her favourite café with a coffee in hand, rewatching classic whodunits, or strolling along the beach soaking up the salty Western Australian air.