The House That Vanished: 2. The Real King of Tory

Neville searches for answers about his vanished house on Tory Island, encounters a wall of silence from the Islanders and visits the council offices in Lifford. The lack of records and desire to uncover the truth about a blocked county road and a burnt down house on Tory Island are discussed. Neville Preshow reports the disappearance of his house as a crime, presents evidence and calls for an investigation. The chapter explores Neville's documentary films about Tory island, the struggle for alternative sources of income and the tradition of kings. The experience with exporting films and the unexpected setback faced when Paramount backed out are shared. The plans to open a new hotel on the island, including the renovation of Neville's house and the proposal for Ward's Hotel, are discussed. The official report and photos from Dunnegal County Council that suggest the house was not damaged by fire or a storm are examined, indicating a potential suspect.