The Woman Who Walked Into The Sea

A Vanished Woman. A Quiet Shoreline. A Mystery Waiting Beneath the Waves.

The Woman Who Walked Into the Sea by Mark Douglas-Home is a haunting and evocative crime novel featuring oceanographer-turned-investigator Cal McGill. When a young woman named Karen disappears into the sea from a remote Scottish village, it is widely believed to be suicide. But her son, raised in secrecy, wants answers—and Cal McGill is the only one willing to seek the truth.

As Cal delves into the past, he uncovers a community bound by silence and secrets. The deeper he investigates, the more he suspects that Karen's disappearance was no accident. Navigating local resistance, long-buried lies, and the ever-present pull of the sea, Cal pieces together a story that someone is desperate to keep hidden.

The Sea Doesn’t Forget—And Neither Does the Truth

Atmospheric, intelligent, and deeply compelling, The Woman Who Walked Into the Sea is a suspenseful exploration of identity, justice, and the emotional undercurrents of small-town life. Mark Douglas-Home delivers a gripping mystery that blends forensic oceanography with psychological intrigue.

Perfect for readers who enjoy slow-burning, character-driven crime fiction with a strong sense of place and a thoughtful, unconventional investigator.