A murder at a funeral is the last thing you would expect...

When City Councilman Edgar Kennedy dies, people from the quaint village of Mulberry Hill and surrounding areas mourn.

Harriet Biddlecombe, the town librarian, attends the funeral to pay her respects.

But the solemn occasion takes a dark turn when her overbearing boss, Janet Roth, is found dead under mysterious circumstances.

Caught in a whirlwind of accusations and suspicion, Harriet must unravel a web of secrets that stretches beyond her small village.

With the help of Sam and William, she delves into the investigation, uncovering hidden grudges and buried scandals.

Can she reveal the truth before the killer strikes again?

(Note: this book/series is written in British English. A Glossary of British terms is included.)