A small-town woman’s search for justice sparks a high-stakes race against time. When a notorious drug lord’s body is discovered behind Elsie Cromwell’s bookstore in Coldlake Creek, she’s thrown into a mystery that’s darker than any cozy crime novel she’s ever read. What starts as a peaceful day at The Last Chapter quickly spirals into a race against time when Elsie learns her missing friend, Marcia Ludlow, is somehow connected to a dangerous criminal empire. The FBI is focused on bringing down the empire, but they have no interest in Marcia, dismissing her case as just another missing person. But Elsie refuses to sit back while her friend’s life is on the line. With only hours left, she dives headfirst into the investigation, determined to find Marcia before it’s too late. Get ready for a fast-paced, twisty mystery with plenty of surprises and no shortage of suspense. You won’t want to miss this thrilling ride!