Once again, I'm impressed by Chanel Cleeton's writing and storytelling abilities. The House on Biscayne Bay was filled with atmosphere, mystery, and suspense. I could feel Marbrisa and the grounds surrounding it. I don't think I could have lived there myself, especially knowing about the history of the house and the murders. The gloomy and deceitful atmosphere made the mystery shine. The cast of characters was hard to figure out (in a good way) and kept me wondering what they were truly up to. Anna and Carmen were the only ones I could trust. I loved how the story unraveled in their dual points of view 39 years apart. I was on the edge of my seating waiting to find out what was going to happen and who was responsible. I had a couple of guesses that I knew had to be right, but even then, Cleeton managed to surprise me. The House on Biscayne Bay was another fantastic historical fiction read from Cleeton. I can't wait to find out what she will write for us next.

The author did a fantastic job on the dual point of view. The chapters were woven together seamlessly. Each character was relatable and the transitions between time frames was very easy to keep up with.

I’m not one to typically read this genre of book, but I’m very glad that I did! It’s a great read and would highly recommend this book.

Maribrisa represents prestige and wealth for Robert Barnes. Robert presents this marvelous home as a birthday present to his wife, Anna, despite her feelings of it being too extravagant. Roberts ambitious quest to become respected by hosting parties attracts the wrong kind of people resulting in martial problems.

Carolina and Carmen Acosta become new occupants of Maribrisa many years after it falls in disrepair due to Robert's financial trouble. Carmen has little choice to live with her sister after their parents death. Carmen and the staff sense a darkness surrounding the estate since it has a sordid past from its previous owners. The tragic death of Carmen's sister leads her to discover untold secrets of the infamous Marbrisa.

Chanel Cleaton weaves a story of occupants in the same multi-billion home separated by time. The chapter alternates between Anna Barnes and Carmen Acosta seamlessly. The author creates relatable characters such as Roberts determination to have a home as a symbol of success. I enjoyed this book very much. The transition between past and present was well written. A must read for crime mystery lovers with a dash of darkness.

I was fortunate enough to win an early copy of THE HOUSE ON BISCAYNE BAY by Chanel Cleeton through a Shelf Awareness Giveaway. Thanks to the publisher, and have a safe and spooky Halloween!

The House on Biscayne Bay by Chanel Cleeton is a gorgeous, gothic tale by one of my favorite authors. Cleeton wraps you up in secrets and drama, a mystery told in her distinctive, lyrical writing. Highly recommend!!!

Robert Barnes and his wife Anna have built a mansion on Biscayne Bay where they quickly become the toast of high society in a post World War One Florida land boom. Decades later, Carmen escapes Cuba and journeys to Miami and Marabisa, the home of her sister, Carolina and her husband. The home looks lush and inviting, just as it did when Robert Barnes built it, but the mansion hides many secrets, as Carmen is about to discover. Sweeping and evocative drama.