The Curse Keeper by Tracey Humphrey

A quiet library. A hidden catalogue. A curse that refuses to stay buried. When librarian Clara Vale arrives in the small town of Hollowmere for a fresh start, she expects overdue books, quiet evenings, and perhaps a little small-town gossip. She does not expect a library that seems to unlock itself, a black cat with plenty of opinions, or a body discovered between the stacks. As Clara searches for answers, she uncovers a secret catalogue, long-held town grudges, and whispers of a curse that has haunted Hollowmere for generations. With Founders’ Night approaching and danger drawing closer, Clara must unravel the truth before the seventh toll rings again. But in Hollowmere, some stories were never meant to stay buried. The Curse Keeper is a charming paranormal cozy mystery filled with secrets, magic, small-town intrigue, an atmospheric library, and a mystery waiting to be solved. Perfect for readers who enjoy: cozy mysteries • paranormal mysteries • magical libraries • mysterious small towns • amateur sleuths • black cats • atmospheric fantasy mysteries