Tinsel, secrets, and one deadly toast.

It's the most wonderful time of the year in Moon's Landing, and photographer Birdie Lopez is ready to capture the holiday magic-camera in hand, faithful coonhound at her side, and maybe even a kiss beneath the mistletoe from her longtime crush.

But the festive cheer turns chilling when a charming stranger crashes the town brewery's Christmas party. Silas Thorne is all smiles and secrets-and far too interested in Birdie. When he's suddenly poisoned in front of the entire crowd, the celebration grinds to a halt, leaving behind a swirl of questions, old grudges, and dangerous truths.

As rumors fly and tensions rise, Birdie must unravel a web of hidden betrayals to catch a killer bold enough to strike in plain sight. One wrong move could turn the season of joy into a silent night.

Pour a cup of cocoa and settle in for a cozy holiday mystery filled with small-town charm, sparkling suspense, and a romance that just might finally ignite.