Murder at the Teahouse

by Cassandra Vale

Overview

A gripping yet heartwarming tale of mystery and friendship, Murder at the Teahouse by Cassandra Vale brews a perfect blend of suspense and small-town charm. When reclusive novelist Edmund Crane is found dead in Clara Finch's cozy Vermont teahouse, The Steeped Leaf, the tranquil village of Willowbrook is steeped in suspicion. Clutching a cryptic manuscript, Crane's murder unveils a decades-old conspiracy tied to a hidden fortune in the Willow Creek mine. With her livelihood and reputation on the line, Clara teams up with her eclectic book club-pragmatic Ethel, cynical historian George, and detail-obsessed Pippa-to unravel a web of forged documents, shady dealings, and long-buried secrets.

As vandalism and anonymous threats escalate, the group's investigation reveals a sinister underbelly beneath Willowbrook's idyllic facade. From dusty archives to shadowy antique shops, each clue pulls them deeper into danger, testing their courage and the bonds of their friendship. Will Clara and her friends decode the manuscript's secrets and catch a killer before the truth is buried forever?

Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie and Louise Penny, Murder at the Teahouse is a page-turning cozy mystery that celebrates the power of community, resilience, and the enduring strength of friendship. Pour a cup of tea and dive into a story where every clue brews a new twist!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798231268962
Publisher:	Nightshade Press
Publication date:	06/14/2025
Pages:	370
Product dimensions:	5.00(w) x 8.00(h) x 0.82(d)

About the Author

Cassandra Vale is an award-winning author of gripping crime fiction, psychological thrillers, and cozy mysteries that keep readers turning pages late into the night. Born and raised in a small coastal town in New England, Cassandra's early love for storytelling was sparked by the eerie tales whispered among locals about shipwrecks and unsolved mysteries. Her vivid settings-from neon-lit cities to quaint seaside villages-draw heavily from her travels across the U.S. and her knack for finding the sinister beneath the serene.

With a background in psychology from Boston University, Cassandra weaves complex characters and unreliable narrators into her narratives, exploring the gray areas of human nature. Her diverse protagonists, from burned-out detectives to amateur sleuths, reflect her belief that anyone can become a hero-or a villain-under the right pressure. Before writing full-time, she worked as a freelance journalist, covering cold cases and local scandals, which inspired her true crime-infused novels like The Vanished Heiress and The Bookshop Betrayal.

Cassandra's bibliography spans ten novels, including the bestselling psychological thriller The Note Beneath the Door, the gritty noir Neon Requiem, and the fan-favorite cozy mystery Murder at the Teahouse. Her genre-blending The Memory Thief earned praise for its innovative mix of sci-fi and suspense, while The Silent Choir left readers haunted by its chilling cult-driven plot. Whether crafting high-stakes heists or small-town conspiracies, her stories balance intricate plots with emotional depth, earning her a loyal following among fans of Gillian Flynn, Agatha Christie, and Dennis Lehane.

When she's not writing, Cassandra can be found haunting used bookstores, sipping tea in cozy cafés, or hiking coastal trails with her rescue dog, Poe. She currently lives in Portland, Maine, where the foggy shores and historic charm fuel her next twisted tale. Connect with Cassandra on her website, cassandravale.com, or follow her on social media for updates on her latest releases and behind-the-scenes glimpses into her creative process.