It’s 1949 and as Europe continues to recover from the ravages of war, the paths of two strangers collide on a sun-drenched Mediterranean island, giving them the opportunity to obtain what they both secretly desire–an easy fortune.

A gripping psychological thriller by Jack Bale

• BOOK ONE in the By Accident Most Strange Series

Set against the backdrop of the post-war booming art market, the failed actress Carmen meets Jean-Patrique (JP), the handsome clairvoyant on the steamer from Barcelona to Mallorca, and a chain of mysterious events draws them together to defraud an American multi-millionairess of her wealth. Carmen underestimates the psychological issues JP has to contend with, yet with the help of JP’s unscrupulous spirit guide, all goes to plan until an unexpected legal hitch from an unwelcome visitor to the island becomes an impediment that needs to be removed.

**MORE IN THIS SERIES**

BOOK TWO

• DEATH IN SAINT TROPEZ

In 1955, behind the scenes of the movie And God Created Woman starring Brigitte Bardot, a sinister plot is played out in the quiet French fishing village of Saint Tropez, as JP tries to profit from a crooked art deal, and defend his reputation with deadly consequences.

BOOK THREE

• BLOOD ON ISOLA BELLA

For one weekend in 1960, the Italian island of Isola Bella on Lake Maggiore is the battleground for a clandestine deal with the Soviet Union, which brings a bloody end to the cold war between JP and Carmen as they fight for control of their fortune—although victory comes at an unexpected price.