What would you do if losing a phone could cost you your freedom''and your children?
In the quiet snows of rural Maine, 1988, ICU nurse Nancy King just wanted a peaceful afternoon of cross-country skiing with friends. She never imagined that leaving her car unlocked in a cemetery would set off a chain of events that could land her in prison.
When her expensive ‘bag phone’ vanishes, Nancy reports it stolen—only to be told the calls were made near her own home. Then come the police interviews'' with her terrified children. And finally, a chilling warning from handsome Detective James ‘JJ’ Jason: filing a false report is a felony. If convicted, Nancy could lose everything—her job, her home, even custody of her kids.
But something doesn’t add up.
Why would someone steal a clunky, short-battery phone'' then make prank calls quoting a cult movie?
And why does the trail lead straight to her closest friend?
As Nancy and JJ race to uncover the truth, they uncover a shocking motive rooted in jealousy, desperation, and a ruthless bid for a high-stakes hospital promotion. In a town where everyone knows your business, betrayal cuts deepest from those you trust.
Perfect for fans of Louise Penny’s small-town tension, Lisa Jewell’s domestic suspense, and classic cozy mysteries with emotional depth, this gripping novella blends detective work, maternal courage, and a touch of 1980s nostalgia.
Don’t miss the origin story of Nancy & JJ—a duo you’ll want to follow into their next case.
👉 Scroll up and click ‘Buy Now’ to dive into a mystery where the smallest clue hides the biggest lie.
Genre: Mystery
In the quiet snows of rural Maine, 1988, ICU nurse Nancy King just wanted a peaceful afternoon of cross-country skiing with friends. She never imagined that leaving her car unlocked in a cemetery would set off a chain of events that could land her in prison.
When her expensive ‘bag phone’ vanishes, Nancy reports it stolen—only to be told the calls were made near her own home. Then come the police interviews'' with her terrified children. And finally, a chilling warning from handsome Detective James ‘JJ’ Jason: filing a false report is a felony. If convicted, Nancy could lose everything—her job, her home, even custody of her kids.
But something doesn’t add up.
Why would someone steal a clunky, short-battery phone'' then make prank calls quoting a cult movie?
And why does the trail lead straight to her closest friend?
As Nancy and JJ race to uncover the truth, they uncover a shocking motive rooted in jealousy, desperation, and a ruthless bid for a high-stakes hospital promotion. In a town where everyone knows your business, betrayal cuts deepest from those you trust.
Perfect for fans of Louise Penny’s small-town tension, Lisa Jewell’s domestic suspense, and classic cozy mysteries with emotional depth, this gripping novella blends detective work, maternal courage, and a touch of 1980s nostalgia.
Don’t miss the origin story of Nancy & JJ—a duo you’ll want to follow into their next case.
👉 Scroll up and click ‘Buy Now’ to dive into a mystery where the smallest clue hides the biggest lie.
Genre: Mystery
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