Midnight Mercy

<p><strong>A snowstorm in tiny Crescent Bay California. But the show must go on.</strong></p><p> </p><p>Volunteering to help with the Swan Lake ballet at the historic Crown Theatre was supposed to be a distraction. It's better than thinking deeply about what I want to do next with the strange fortune I inherited and this big empty house. Snow is a fun bonus.</p><p> </p><p>When my cousins surprise me with a visit despite the unexpected storm Covett House is suddenly full of life. And questions. Some of which are as simple as 'Do you have a bathroom?' Others are more alarming like 'Did you know your cat sees ghosts?'</p><p> </p><p>Was the weather a warning?</p><p> </p><p>Because early on opening day I discover Gwen Canfield the lead dancer in Swan Lake out cold in the center of the stage. An arcane symbol marks her forehead. We can't wake her up.</p><p> </p><p>When I find the same symbol on a painting at home I can't deny the connection. Plus Gwen used to date my cousin Joel and they've been reconnecting over the loud disagreements of her over-protective mother. </p><p> </p><p>What else are the Canfields tied up in? And how can I protect our family's secrets when it seems I don't even know all of them?</p><p> </p><p>It's hard to believe Covett House has more mysteries to unlock. But my cousin Darcie turns out to have skills to rival any of the ancestors that came before us.</p><p> </p><p>Now if I can keep her from learning too much...</p><p> </p><p><em>Welcome to the <strong>Moon Garden Mysteries </strong>paranormal cozy mystery series a magical blend of paranormal women's fiction and cozy mystery for those who believe forty marks a new beginning cats can talk (and you'd better listen) and when you're guarding a fae portal chocolate is a girl's best friend.</em></p>