'Tis the season for an investigation! Lady Julia and Nicholas Brisbane return for a Christmas caper at Bellmont Abbey—.

After a year of marriage—and numerous adventures—Lady Julia and Brisbane hope for a quiet, intimate Christmas together—until they find themselves at her father's ancestral estate, Bellmont Abbey, with her eccentric family and a menagerie of animals.

Nevertheless, Julia looks forward to a lively family gathering—but amongst the celebrations, a mystery stirs. There are missing jewels, new faces at the Abbey, and a prowling ghost that brings back unwelcome memories from a previous holiday—one that turned deadly. Is a new culprit recreating crimes of the past? And will Brisbane let Julia investigate—?

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November 1, 2013
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Deanna Raybourn

Deanna Raybourn is a writer whose captivating mysteries and historical fiction transport readers to rich, atmospheric worlds where secrets lurk just beneath the surface. Known for her ability to blend suspense, romance, and intricately crafted plots, Deanna has earned a devoted following and established herself as a beloved voice in historical mystery. Her writing is a delicate dance between danger and desire, where the past is never truly gone, and every revelation unearths deeper questions. Born in the heart of the American South, Deanna's love for storytelling began early. Raised on a steady diet of classic novels, history, and mystery,…