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The Girl at the Window
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The Girl at the Window

A forgotten name in the archives. A daring escape in the 17th century. A secret that echoes through time.

Rick Walters, an amateur genealogist, stumbles upon a curious name while doing research: Marie de la Motte. His discovery leads him deep into the archives-and into the remarkable tale of a young woman who, in 1666, helps Willem Bolnes-brother-in-law of the famous painter Johannes Vermeer-escape from a harsh workhouse in Delft. But where do they go? And what secret do they carry?

By coincidence, Rick teams up with Sandra Mulder, a popular TV presenter driven by ambition and eager to prove herself. Together, they follow Marie and Willem's trail across history, uncovering truths more thrilling-and dangerous-than they ever expected.

A gripping historical novel bridging past and present, The Girl at the Window is a story of mystery, discovery, and untold legacies.

The first book in the Walters-Mulder series, featuring an unlikely duo drawn into investigations that blur the line between buried secrets and present-day truths.

"Bold, distinctive, and innovative, Peters manages to establish his name in the literary world by fully following his own path-in the spirit of his characters."
-Thrillzone

For fans of dual-timeline historical fiction, Dutch Golden Age intrigue, and suspenseful quests into the past.

Published: July 21, 2025

Pages: 302

ISBN: 9789083412467

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4.0

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Carol G.

Feb 8, 2026
I haven’t read a historical mystery novel before, but this one caught my eye, and I’m glad it did. It is a Dutch story with dual-timelines which has been translated into English.

The switch between the two timelines is smooth and keeps the reader interested. There are some complex names to keep up with, but this doesn’t distract from the story.

In one timeline, we have a tale about a young woman who helps the brother-in-law of the famous painter, Johannes Vermeer, escape from a harsh workhouse during the 17th century.

In the other, Rick Walters is an amateur genealogist who is joined by a popular TV presenter, and together they try to uncover a mystery from long ago. The timelines join together well, into a satisfying conclusion.

I enjoyed both storylines and the historical aspect too, which is not something I usually read. All in all, I found this story to be very interesting, with strong, engaging characters.

This is the first book of a series, and I am excited to find out more about what happens to Rick Walters!