Close My Eyes

Echoes Behind Closed Doors

When sixteen-year-old Isabelle “Izzy” Miller arrives at her new foster home on the windswept coastline of Cornwall, she hopes for stability and a fresh start. Instead, she unearths a chilling connection to her past: her identical twin sister, Alice, vanished without a trace five years ago. Drawn by fragmented memories and a mysterious locket Alice once wore, Izzy embarks on a clandestine journey through dusty attics and abandoned seaside cottages. Each creaking floorboard echoes the unanswered questions that have haunted her family—and each whispered secret brings her one step closer to the truth.

Shadows and Suspicions

As Izzy settles into her new life, she forges an unlikely alliance with Jonah Carey, a local history student whose own family legend intertwines with the town’s darkest secrets. Together they sift through faded letters, torn photographs, and cryptic journal entries that hint at hidden tunnels beneath the cliffs. But the closer they get to Alice’s final days, the more dangerous their quest becomes. Strange warning notes appear slipped under doorframes, and someone seems to be watching their every move. Trust is scarce, and Izzy must decide whether to confide in the only person who seems to care—or protect her heart by keeping secrets of her own.

Unraveling the Last Mystery

With a storm raging offshore and time slipping away, Izzy and Jonah confront a labyrinth of half-truths and betrayals that threaten to shatter everything they believe. In a heart-pounding climax atop the windswept cliffs, Izzy faces the ultimate choice: pursue the ghost of her sister at any cost, or abandon her search to safeguard those she loves. As the roaring sea crashes below, the truth finally emerges—revealing that some bonds can never be broken, and that courage often means confronting the darkest shadows within ourselves.

. Sophie McKenzie, award-winning author celebrated for her gripping YA thrillers and unforgettable characters, weaves a tale of suspense, heartache, and hope that will keep readers riveted until the last page.