The Lighthouse Keeper's Secret

A Placid Harbor Cozy Mystery Book Five

When the lighthouse keeper of Schooner Head plunges to his death clutching an old photograph of her murdered parents, pregnant baker and amateur sleuth Harriet Moore knows her past has finally caught up with her.

For thirty years, the people of Placid Harbor believed Thomas and Sarah Moore died in a tragic car accident on the Oregon coast. But the keeper’s dying message - “It wasn’t an accident. The brakes were - ” changes everything.

As Harriet digs into the long-buried truth, she uncovers a web of greed, betrayal, and small-town secrets tied to a valuable piece of cliffside property. With help from her loyal head baker Miguel, her sheriff husband Montgomery, and a cast of quirky locals - including the town’s sharp-eyed historian and a pair of elderly busybodies - Harriet must navigate old lies, hidden documents, and a killer who will stop at nothing to keep the past buried.

Warm, atmospheric, and full of heart, this fifth installment in the beloved Placid Harbor series blends a gripping whodunit with the comforting rhythms of small-town life, fresh-baked scones, and the unbreakable bonds of family - both the one we’re born into and the one we choose.

Perfect for fans of cozy mysteries with strong female sleuths, coastal settings, and a touch of romance.

Includes Harriet’s recipe for Lighthouse Lemon Thyme Scones.