Ruinous Rumors (Nightsmith Novelties Cozy Mysteries, #15)

Sometimes just when you think life is normal…it’s anything but.
When a harmless novelty becomes a deadly clue, clearing her name may be Bridget's toughest case yet.
Business is finally booming at Nightsmith Novelties, and Bridget Rowan is beginning to believe life in Mill Creek has settled into something resembling normal. Between loyal customers, familiar faces, and fewer unexpected disasters, she's ready to enjoy the calm while it lasts.
Then one of the store's customers dies under shocking circumstances.

When investigators discover the victim's death appears to be linked to an item purchased from Nightsmith Novelties, suspicion falls squarely on the beloved shop. With whispers spreading through town faster than the truth, Bridget knows her family's business—and its reputation—could be destroyed even if it's ultimately cleared.

Determined to save the store and uncover what really happened, Bridget follows a trail of secrets, lies, and carefully planted deception. But the closer she gets to exposing the killer, the more dangerous the investigation becomes. Someone is willing to do whatever it takes to keep the truth buried... including adding Bridget to the list of victims.

Can Bridget prove Nightsmith Novelties is innocent before the rumors ruin everything she's worked so hard to protect, or will a clever killer make sure the truth never sees the light of day?

Perfect for fans of clean, small-town cozy mysteries featuring an amateur sleuth, quirky characters, family, friendship, and twisty whodunits.