This image is the cover for the book The Safest Hiding Place

The Safest Hiding Place

In the winding canals of Venice, artist Martin Snow’s fate intertwines with an enigmatic German writer, wealthy and world-weary, with a haunting tale yet to share. Shockingly, this story mirrors Martin’s own past, pushing him to confront family secrets that have long been buried. As Martin digs deeper, he’s forced to make painful decisions that wound his loved ones. The backlash is swift and fierce, but the truth remains elusive. Only two men hold the key to unravelling the mystery: the stranger and his frail grandfather, bound by the memories of a shared war and a captivating woman. As Martin edges closer to the truth, he faces a dilemma: expose dark family secrets that might shatter his world, or continue living a life draped in half-truths. One thing is certain – his journey will lead him, and those he holds dear, down a treacherous path where past and present collide.

Spencer Coleman

Born in Leicester, 1952, Spencer Coleman spent his early years near Portsmouth. He has been a successful artist in oils for over 30 years, working with Harrods and Danbury Mint, to name just a few companies. He is a member of the CWA and has published four novels and two short stories. This is his fifth suspense book. His print, Bottoms Up, was a big seller around the world. He likes snow-skiing and tennis. He has one son, who now runs the family gallery in Lincoln. In 2015, Spencer suffered a stroke but he is recovering well.

Austin Macauley Publishers