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Cameras, Clues, and Carnivals
(2026)(The third book in the Through the Lens series)
A Story by Lyla Blue
Lights. Laughter. Lemon rind lattes… and a mystery spinning just out of focus.
With her full-time work at Bright Nest Studios on hiatus, food stylist and town photographer Cora Hartley is looking forward to something simple—a festive assignment, a lively carnival, and a chance to capture the kind of small-town magic that practically styles itself. With her loyal goldendoodle, Mabel, trotting happily at her side, Cora's ready to soak in every moment.
Twinkling lights are strung across the midway, sweet treats around every corner, and just enough behind-the-scenes bustle to make for the perfect magazine feature. But when a festival goer suddenly collapses during one of the rides, the celebration takes an unexpected turn.
As the town settles on a quick explanation, Cora can’t ignore the details that don’t quite add up, especially when something important seems to have quietly disappeared.
With her eye for composition, and a habit of noticing what others overlook, Cora begins to look a little closer at the rhythms of the carnival, from early-morning ride checks to the steady flow of supplies behind the scenes.
Because in a place where everything runs on timing, precision, and a touch of showmanship…
It only takes one small shift for the picture to change.
And this time, the truth might be hiding somewhere just beyond the frame.
Genre: Cozy Mystery
With her full-time work at Bright Nest Studios on hiatus, food stylist and town photographer Cora Hartley is looking forward to something simple—a festive assignment, a lively carnival, and a chance to capture the kind of small-town magic that practically styles itself. With her loyal goldendoodle, Mabel, trotting happily at her side, Cora's ready to soak in every moment.
Twinkling lights are strung across the midway, sweet treats around every corner, and just enough behind-the-scenes bustle to make for the perfect magazine feature. But when a festival goer suddenly collapses during one of the rides, the celebration takes an unexpected turn.
As the town settles on a quick explanation, Cora can’t ignore the details that don’t quite add up, especially when something important seems to have quietly disappeared.
With her eye for composition, and a habit of noticing what others overlook, Cora begins to look a little closer at the rhythms of the carnival, from early-morning ride checks to the steady flow of supplies behind the scenes.
Because in a place where everything runs on timing, precision, and a touch of showmanship…
It only takes one small shift for the picture to change.
And this time, the truth might be hiding somewhere just beyond the frame.
Genre: Cozy Mystery
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