Holly Jolly Homicide
(2025)(The seventh book in the Christmas Cozy Mystery series)
A novel by Mona Marple
The halls are decked, the air is filled with festive cheer, and wedding bells are about to ring in Candy Cane Hollow. But beneath the twinkling lights and snow-dusted rooftops, secrets long buried are about to surface…
Holly Wood is days away from saying "I do" to Nick Claus, the most magical man in town, when a chilling discovery threatens to turn her dream wedding into a nightmare. While touring the grand and storied Olde Jolly Hall, Holly stumbles upon a hidden passageway—and the body of Beatrice Harper, the long-missing owner who was supposedly grieving in Bali.
As whispers spread through the charming town and the mystery deepens, Holly must untangle a web of lies, old rivalries, and hidden motives. Suspicion falls on Charles Harper, Beatrice’s enigmatic brother, who fiercely guards the family’s secrets, and a loyal caretaker who knows more than he’s willing to share. Meanwhile, Holly juggles cake tastings, dress fittings, and surprise mishaps as the wedding countdown begins, all with the help of the ever-dramatic Gilbert, who is determined to keep the day perfect—or threaten to hang up his apron trying.
With only six days to uncover the truth and clear the air before walking down the aisle, Holly races against time in a flurry of tinsel and suspicion. Can she solve the murder and bring peace to Candy Cane Hollow, or will her wedding bells be silenced by a killer’s final twist?
Holly Jolly Homicide is a heartwarming, laugh-out-loud cozy mystery brimming with holiday magic, lovable characters, and enough twists to keep you guessing until the very end. Perfect for fans of small-town mysteries with a holiday flair!
Genre: Cozy Mystery
Holly Wood is days away from saying "I do" to Nick Claus, the most magical man in town, when a chilling discovery threatens to turn her dream wedding into a nightmare. While touring the grand and storied Olde Jolly Hall, Holly stumbles upon a hidden passageway—and the body of Beatrice Harper, the long-missing owner who was supposedly grieving in Bali.
As whispers spread through the charming town and the mystery deepens, Holly must untangle a web of lies, old rivalries, and hidden motives. Suspicion falls on Charles Harper, Beatrice’s enigmatic brother, who fiercely guards the family’s secrets, and a loyal caretaker who knows more than he’s willing to share. Meanwhile, Holly juggles cake tastings, dress fittings, and surprise mishaps as the wedding countdown begins, all with the help of the ever-dramatic Gilbert, who is determined to keep the day perfect—or threaten to hang up his apron trying.
With only six days to uncover the truth and clear the air before walking down the aisle, Holly races against time in a flurry of tinsel and suspicion. Can she solve the murder and bring peace to Candy Cane Hollow, or will her wedding bells be silenced by a killer’s final twist?
Holly Jolly Homicide is a heartwarming, laugh-out-loud cozy mystery brimming with holiday magic, lovable characters, and enough twists to keep you guessing until the very end. Perfect for fans of small-town mysteries with a holiday flair!
Genre: Cozy Mystery