A heartwarming cozy mystery series about losing everything, taking a chance, and starting again. After suffering a personal tragedy Abby Sullivan buys a huge old seaside mansion she has never even seen, packs up her life in San Francisco, and moves to Holiday Bay Maine, where she is adopted, quite against her will, by a huge Maine Coon Cat named Rufus, a drifter with her own tragic past named Georgia, and a giant dog with an inferiority complex named Ramos. What Abby thought she needed was alone time to heal.

What she ended up with was, an inn she never knew she wanted, a cat she couldn't seem to convince to leave, and a new family she'd never be able to live without. In book 29 in the series, Abby is starting to feel the weight of having too many irons in the fire after Lacy is asked to produce the annual Halloween pageant at the last minute and Abby finds herself offering to help. While Lacy really could use the help, Abby realizes that between helping Georgia settle on wedding plans, ensuring that Bailey has everything she needs to deliver a healthy baby which is due any day now, an inn full of leaf seekers, each with their own personal drama, and an untimely death in the community, she really is going to need every ounce of energy she can muster to keep her promise to Lacy as well as everyone else.

At the quaint, seaside town of Holiday Bay, strange happenings and unexplained events have begun to disturb the peace. Abby Sullivan, a newcomer seeking solace and serenity at the Inn, stumbles upon a thrilling mystery involving the community theater. As she teams up with other residents, unexpected alliances form, and long-buried secrets come to light, leading to a trail of suspense and intrigue that underscores her stay at the inn.

Abby Sullivan unravels a gripping mystery at the community theater bringing excitement and suspense to her tranquil town stay. Unexpected friendships bloom as secrets surface deepening bonds and adding emotional layers to the suspenseful narrative. A haunting legacy intertwined with town mysteries creates unpredictable twists fueling this captivating and engaging cozy mystery.

Abby Sullivan arrives at Holiday Bay hoping to escape her past, only to find herself drawn into the town's mysteries. Her plans for a peaceful retreat at the charming inn are dashed when she discovers trouble brewing in the local theater. As rehearsals unravel, Abby is compelled to delve deeper into the theater's secrets.

To uncover the truth, Abby teams up with eclectic townsfolk, creating a dynamic mix of personalities. Their combined efforts uncover a tangled web of old grudges, hidden ambitions, and a mysterious past woman tied to the theater's history. Each revelation brings them closer to solving the mystery but also exposes them to unforeseen dangers.

While Abby navigates this thrilling journey, her connection to the inn and its quirky residents creates a sense of community and belonging. With each revelation, she becomes more entwined with the town. Abby's past catches up with her, igniting unexpected personal transformations.

Every chapter is filled with intrigue and suspense, inviting readers to solve the puzzle alongside Abby. The novel seamlessly blends elements of a cozy mystery with personal discovery, setting the stage for a dramatic comedy unveiling, where secrets could imperil the cherished sanctuary of Holiday Bay once they unearth the truth.

Set in the charming yet mysterious seaside town of Holiday Bay the story provides an atmospheric backdrop that enhances the intrigue The inn's cozy setting offers both allure and tension capturing readers' imagination A strong ensemble of characters adds depth and interest to the story Abby Sullivan's interactions with the quirky lovable townsfolk each with secrets of their own provide both humor and emotional resonance The intricate plot design stemming from a community theater backdrop grants the story a unique twist The drama within the theater reflects deeper secrets serving as the perfect catalyst for the unraveling mystery.