Plum Pudding Murder (Hannah Swensen series Book 12)

The yuletide season in Lake Eden, Minnesota, guarantees a white Christmas, delectable holiday goodies from Hannah Swensen's bakery, The Cookie Jar—and murder. The Cookie Jar's busiest time of the year also happens to be the most wonderful time for Christmas cookies, Hannah's own special plum pudding—and romance! She also gets a kick out of "Lunatic Larry Jaeger's Crazy Elf Christmas Tree Lot," a kitschy carnival taking place smack-dab in the middle of the village green. However, the festivities are overshadowed when Hannah discovers the man himself dead as a doornail in his own office.

Now, with so many suspects to investigate and the twelve days of Christmas ticking away, Hannah's running out of time to nab a murderous Scrooge who doesn't want her to see the New Year. The investigation takes Hannah on a wild chase, as she navigates through a maze of clues and red herrings, all while juggling the demands of her bustling bakery and the pressure of the holiday season.

As Hannah delves deeper into the case, she uncovers a web of secrets and hidden motives, each suspect more intriguing than the last. From the eccentric tree lot owner's disgruntled employees to the town's socialites with a penchant for scandal, Hannah must sift through a sea of potential culprits to find the true killer.

Against the backdrop of twinkling lights, the aroma of freshly baked cookies, and the charm of a small-town Christmas, Hannah's investigation becomes a race against time. With the clock ticking and the pressure mounting, she must use her keen instincts and baking expertise to outsmart the murderous Scrooge and uncover the truth before the New Year's celebration arrives.

Includes Hannah's favorite Christmas dinner recipes, providing readers with a delightful treat to accompany the captivating mystery. This yuletide tale is a delicious blend of festive cheer, tangled intrigue, and the power of community and family, making it a must-read for cozy mystery fans and lovers of the holiday season.

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