In his latest novel, David Barnett weaves a mesmerizing folk horror that proves the sea holds more than just salt and secrets. Set in a picturesque Cornish coastal village, Scuttler’s Cove is a working village nestling in dramatic coastal scenery in Cornwall, where life has gone on uninterrupted for centuries – until now.

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The beauty of Barnett’s storytelling lies in his ability to blend the mundane with the fantastic, making the ordinary feel extraordinary. His vivid descriptions transport you to the windswept cliffs and hidden coves, where the sea whispers its ancient tales. As you delve into the pages of Scuttlers’ Cove, you find yourself entangled in a web of mystery and intrigue, compelled to uncover the truths lying beneath the surface of this charming yet troubled coastal village. With every turn of the page, Barnett reminds us that the past and present are inextricably linked, and the sea may hold more than just salt and secrets—it holds the very essence of the lives woven into its shores.