Rolling Brook Falls is a sleepy little town where summer tourism is high, everyone knows their neighbour, and no one locks their doors. That all changes when a teen is murdered leaving everyone baffled as to why.

When Andie, a local high school teacher, decides to investigate the death of her favourite student, she clashes with the town's new no-nonsense police detective. Determined to find out how her peaceful community could become stained with murder, she sets out on her own to search for answers. But after the killer strikes again, the mystery deepens, and Andie wonders if she's in over her head.

Ignoring the detective’s warnings to stay out of the investigation, Andie and her reporter friend C.J. soon discover more is going on in their quiet little town than they ever could have imagined. As the bodies pile up, the two women race to solve the mystery before another of their friends is murdered, and before the killer sets their sights on them.

Liane Mahugh takes a familiar plot—a no-nonsense detective teaming up with an amateur sleuth—and transforms it into a remarkable story. She skillfully blends humor with urgency as the characters join forces. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and eagerly anticipate Andie’s next adventure. Liane Mahugh has proven to be a versatile writer capable of crafting engaging stories across multiple genres. I’m hooked on whatever this author writes.

I love a good cozy mystery and this one didn't disappoint. Just when I thought I had it figured out, I was completely blown by answer. Not only does the mystery cover whodunit and why, but even the method of the killings surprised me. The open ending promises more in this series. I can't wait to see what comes next, and if the sparks continue to fly between Andie and Corey.

By Liane Mahugh
Mystery