Palms and Peril

A Cozy Christmas Mystery

Wild Christmas Party Ends in Murder

Former journalist Cindy Hall is planning holiday meals for her seniors, hoping to let them experience the joys of the season. Her book club friends are excited about her growing friendship with the mayor, sensing romance is in the air. But Cindy is still dealing with old scars and is not ready to take the next step.

Then a public squabble erupts at the town hall, spearheaded by an odious millionaire. Sparks fly and threats are hurled around. The next morning, the rich man is found murdered in his basement. Several people wanted him dead but the mayor becomes the top suspect.

Cindy plunges into the investigation but her faith is tested when she uncovers clues that point to the mayor. Could he be guilty after all?

Meanwhile, another crisis brews as the town Christmas dinner comes under the hammer of budget cuts. Cindy finds out that the dinner was all the hope of family a small boy had and is determined to save it for him.

Can she juggle the responsibility to find the real killer and give this boy the Christmas he wants?

The second book in the Sunset Beach series brings small-town bonhomie and the thrill of the chase coupled with Yuletide cheer. If you like cozy mysteries featuring dashing heroines, twists and turns, heartwarming friendships and a dash of romance, you will love this.