Behind the Door at 6 Rocabarra Terrace…

Some houses hold memories.

Some hold secrets.

And some refuse to let the past stay buried.

Today, we’re shining a spotlight on 6 Rocabarra Terrace by CC Gilmartin, a haunting psychological thriller with supernatural undertones that explores grief, guilt, motherhood, and the devastating consequences of the choices we leave behind. Set against the stark beauty of Scotland and the cold streets of Glasgow, this is a story that quietly unsettles before tightening its grip completely.

A Story of Loss, Secrets, and Second Chances

Mairi’s carefully controlled life is shattered by an unexpected phone call.

Her teenage son Joseph, the child she left behind years earlier, has died in a tragic accident.

Returning to the remote Scottish island she once called home means facing old wounds, strained family relationships, and a community that hasn’t forgotten her choices.

When her estranged father asks her to clear out Joseph’s Glasgow bedsit, Mairi reluctantly agrees.

It is an act born from guilt.

A final opportunity to understand the boy she never truly knew.

But 6 Rocabarra Terrace is no ordinary address.

As Mairi pieces together the fragments of Joseph’s life, she is forced to confront unsettling truths, long-buried memories, and the possibility that some places never truly let go of those who enter them.

Dark, atmospheric, and deeply emotional, this is a psychological thriller that lingers long after the final page.

Why This Book Stands Out

🔹 Psychological suspense with supernatural elements

🔹 A powerful exploration of maternal guilt

🔹 Scottish settings rich in atmosphere

🔹 Themes of grief, abandonment, and forgiveness

🔹 A slow-building sense of unease

🔹 Complex, emotionally driven characters

🔹 Perfect for readers who enjoy character-led thrillers

About the Authors

CC Gilmartin is the pseudonym of Christopher Deans and Coll Begg.

Born and raised in Scotland, both authors have built creative careers rooted in storytelling. Chris has worked as a playwright and teacher, while Colin has pursued careers as an artist and producer.

Following their Colin Buxton crime novels, 6 Rocabarra Terrace marks their first venture into psychological suspense, blending emotional depth with unsettling mystery.

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The Questions That Stay With You

How do we live with the choices we’ve made?

Can understanding the past ever truly change it?

And what happens when the people we’ve lost still have stories left to tell?

These are the questions at the heart of 6 Rocabarra Terrace, making it much more than a thriller. It’s an emotional exploration of regret, love, and the desperate need for closure.

Would You Dare to Open the Door?

If you enjoy atmospheric Scottish settings, emotionally layered characters, and mysteries with a supernatural edge, this is a book that deserves a place on your TBR.

Just remember…

Some addresses are impossible to forget.

Happy reading!

Kelly & The Love Books Tours Team

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