Lanterns Masks & Murder

A legendary Chinese opera star murdered on stage, a haunting message, and a killer lurking in the shadows of Beijing’s Hungry Ghost Festival.

International food critic Darcy Finnegan, her bestie Lizzie, and clue-sniffing Schnoodle Mozart arrive in Beijing to cover the city’s eerie and delicious festival for The Wandering Foodie magazine.

But their assignment takes a chilling turn when renowned Peking opera star Jiang Wei is found theatrically posed, a ceremonial jian sword through his heart.

With rumors of vengeful spirits frightening the cast, Darcy hunts a flesh-and-blood killer—until a shadowy figure draped in mist forces her to question what’s truly supernatural.

As she untangles a web of ambition, betrayal, and ancient superstitions, a terrifying message from beyond the grave emerges, leaving behind only a shattered blood-red opera mask.

With festival lanterns floating and ghostly figures lurking, the trio must unmask the killer before the next victim takes their final bow.

Special Chinese Mooncake Recipe Included!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ " Captivating, poignant story from start to finish." -Pam

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ " Another intriguing story in the series! Well researched, written and hard to put down!" -Allie

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ " My favorite of the series so far. Awesome book, can't wait for the next." - Willow

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ " Engrossing story with wonderful characters and inviting setting." - Teresa

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Wonderfully immersive storytelling with vivid descriptions and a killer plot. Greta Sinclair please give me all you’ve got . A Winning Performance! Bravo!" - Jane

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Another wonderful romp with Darcy, Lizzie & Mozart, in what is becoming one of my favorite series. I love the descriptions of the places each book takes part, the humor and the excellent mystery. Lanterns does not disappoint at all! I can't wait for the next in Japan! -Jacqui (Paris)

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ " Riveting! Darcy, Lizzie, & Mozzie's exploration of Beijing comes with a deadly twist in their newest travel adventure. Will they be able to solve the mystery before the murderer gets away? Only one way to find out!" -MD