Coastal Christmas Caper: A Nora Whitman Cozy Mystery

The annual Christmas Lighted Boat Parade is the highlight of Pacific Grove's festive season, and this year's event is no different-until the town's cherished community donation fund disappears and, amidst the holiday chaos, a former Hollywood starlet discovers her priceless necklace has been stolen. Just like that, Nora Whitman's plans for a peaceful holiday are traded in for a high-stakes mystery.

As the editor of The Lovers Point Chronicle and the town's unofficial sleuth, Nora can't resist a mystery, especially one as daring as this. Rumors swirl, hinting that the community fund theft was merely a decoy to distract from the real heist-the movie star's jewels. When the actress insists that her necklace was stolen right from her neck in the middle of the parade, Nora knows she's stumbled onto a mystery worthy of the movies.

With her quick wit, trusty Spy Club Enthusiast friends, and a lot of help from her sister Andi, Nora begins piecing together clues that lead from the bustling holiday markets to moonlit docks and into the depths of Monterey Bay. But this isn't just any small-town holiday caper; Nora quickly realizes the thief has planned each detail with precision, blending seamlessly into the holiday cheer. As she uncovers the truth, Nora discovers an elaborate web of secrets, deceit, and a dash of glamour that only an old Hollywood icon could bring to town.

Will Nora solve the mystery in time to save Christmas? Or will the glamorous thief slip away, leaving only whispers of intrigue in Pacific Grove's coastal air?

Brimming with small-town charm, festive cheer, and Nora's determined spirit, The Coastal Christmas Caper is a cozy holiday mystery packed with twists, turns, and enough Christmas magic to keep readers turning the pages. Perfect for fans of sleuthing, seaside settings, and a touch of Hollywood glamour, this holiday adventure will bring warmth, suspense, and a dash of sparkle to your cozy mystery collection.