A snowed-in mansion. A hidden history. And a killer who can't leave.When Maiden Harlow and her family purchase a neglected 1920s mansion, they expect a renovation challenge-not a house full of secrets.
But strange noises, missing items, and an old bloodstain suggest the property is hiding a past someone desperately wanted forgotten.
With repairs piling up and winter closing in, Maiden's Aunt Bella comes up with an unusual solution: partner with an eccentric film crew hoping to use the mansion as their next location. But when a powerful snowstorm traps everyone inside, the abandoned estate becomes the perfect place for old grudges and dangerous secrets to surface.
Then someone is murdered.
With no easy way out and suspects everywhere, Maiden relies on her extraordinary memory to piece together the clues hidden among years of deception. Captain David McAlister knows the dangers of investigating without proper support-but even he can't ignore the details Maiden uncovers.
As the temperature drops and tensions rise, Maiden must discover whether the mansion's darkest secret belongs to the past... or to someone still inside.
Deathly Cold is the sixth book in the Maiden Harlow Mysteries, a dark cozy mystery series featuring an innkeeper with an extraordinary memory, an experienced detective, slow-burn romance, small-town secrets, and twist-filled whodunits. Perfect for fans of atmospheric mysteries, snowed-in murder mysteries, amateur sleuths, family secrets, and cozy mysteries with a darker edge.
About the Author :
I write dark cozy mysteries, twisty murder tales, and speculative fiction featuring sharp-witted heroines, atmospheric small towns, and secrets that won't stay buried. I started storytelling young, first in notebooks, then on a brick-heavy laptop, and never stopped building worlds filled with danger, heart, and a touch of romance.My books blend mystery, slow burn suspense, found family bonds, and the kind of heroines I love to cheer for: smart, capable, and a little chaotic. I believe imagination is essential and that stories offer the escape we sometimes need most.If you enjoy dark cozies with heart, slow burn suspense, quirky characters, and mysteries with emotional depth, you're in the right place.
Review :
Great spooky mysteryMy friend in my book club told me about this book bc she knows i love mysteries with a bit of an edge. This book is great and I by the end of the second chapter I was all in. The characters are amazing and the story really kept me engaged. - Carole S.
Engaging mysteryThis book delivers the perfect mix of eerie atmosphere and engaging mystery. Strange noises, ghostly happenings, and layered secrets kept me turning pages late into the night. I had no idea it was part of a series, but now I'm eager to explore the rest. The characters truly stood out. - Alex W.
Whodunit.....The snowed-in mansion setting is the perfect backdrop-isolated, eerie, and full of secrets. I loved following Maiden through all the strange happenings: whispers in empty hallways, unsettling clues tucked into old rooms, and a cast of characters you can't quite trust.
The pacing is spot-on, with just enough twists to keep you guessing without feeling forced. I was sure I had it figured out halfway through, but the ending still caught me by surprise.
If you like mysteries that mix classic "whodunit" vibes with a modern, atmospheric touch, this is a great pick. I'll definitely be checking out the rest of the series. - J.S.
