As I mentioned before, without more context it's hard to say exactly who Timothy Verrill is in this story. He could be an ordinary person with an interesting personal experience, or someone with a certain reputation in a small community.
Yes, there could be. There are many books by various authors named Morton, and it's quite likely that one of them has written a fictional book about a girl. You might want to check in local libraries or online bookstores using more specific search terms like the first name of the author Morton if possible.
One book similar to Kate Morton novels is 'The Thirteenth Tale' by Diane Setterfield. It has that same sense of mystery and a focus on the past with secrets waiting to be uncovered.
I haven't been able to find out specifically who writes the DCI Morton crime novels. There are so many crime novelists out there, and it might take some more research to determine the exact author.
The novel 'The House at Riverton' is also quite well - known. It tells a story filled with mystery and drama set in an English country house, with a touch of romance and a lot of historical details.
The Morton Salt Girl is an iconic advertising symbol. She has been on Morton Salt packaging for a long time. She is a young girl walking in the rain, holding an umbrella in one hand and a box of Morton Salt in the other. The slogan 'When it rains it pours' is associated with her. This simple yet memorable image has made Morton Salt highly recognizable over the years.
Another great one is 'The Forgotten Garden'. This novel has a beautiful, almost dream - like quality. It follows a young woman as she discovers her family's past and a long - forgotten garden. It has elements of mystery, family drama, and historical settings that blend together really well.