Witch Way to Murder
(2025)(The first book in the Kayla Brodie Holiday Murder Mystery series)
A Story by Vivian Vale
A Kayla Brodie Holiday Mystery
When Salem's dark history refuses to stay buried, Halloween becomes deadly...
Travel photographer Kayla Brodie and her loyal Labrador, Nox, arrive in Salem, Massachusetts to capture the town's famous Halloween celebrations. But behind the festive costumes and witch-themed souvenirs lies a centuries-old secret some will kill to protect.
When charismatic tour guide Marcus Whitmore is found dead in the historic cemetery—a strange symbol drawn beside his body—Kayla's photography assignment turns into something far more sinister. Marcus had discovered that Salem's witch trials weren't just about religious hysteria—they were calculated property grabs that built fortunes still enjoyed by prominent families today.
As Kayla navigates a town where historical truth and tourist-friendly fiction collide, she uncovers a conspiracy dating back to 1692. With Halloween approaching and a killer determined to keep the past buried, Kayla must use her photographer's eye for detail to reveal who murdered Marcus before she becomes the next victim of Salem's haunted history.
A cozy mystery featuring:
• A small-town Halloween celebration
• Historical secrets coming to light
• A photographer with a knack for solving crimes
• A loyal canine companion
• Zero graphic violence or explicit content
Perfect for fans of Lucy Burdette's Key West Food Critic Mysteries, Ellery Adams' Book Retreat Mysteries, and anyone who enjoys holiday-themed cozy mysteries with a dash of history.
Genre: Mystery
When Salem's dark history refuses to stay buried, Halloween becomes deadly...
Travel photographer Kayla Brodie and her loyal Labrador, Nox, arrive in Salem, Massachusetts to capture the town's famous Halloween celebrations. But behind the festive costumes and witch-themed souvenirs lies a centuries-old secret some will kill to protect.
When charismatic tour guide Marcus Whitmore is found dead in the historic cemetery—a strange symbol drawn beside his body—Kayla's photography assignment turns into something far more sinister. Marcus had discovered that Salem's witch trials weren't just about religious hysteria—they were calculated property grabs that built fortunes still enjoyed by prominent families today.
As Kayla navigates a town where historical truth and tourist-friendly fiction collide, she uncovers a conspiracy dating back to 1692. With Halloween approaching and a killer determined to keep the past buried, Kayla must use her photographer's eye for detail to reveal who murdered Marcus before she becomes the next victim of Salem's haunted history.
A cozy mystery featuring:
• A small-town Halloween celebration
• Historical secrets coming to light
• A photographer with a knack for solving crimes
• A loyal canine companion
• Zero graphic violence or explicit content
Perfect for fans of Lucy Burdette's Key West Food Critic Mysteries, Ellery Adams' Book Retreat Mysteries, and anyone who enjoys holiday-themed cozy mysteries with a dash of history.
Genre: Mystery
Used availability for Vivian Vale's Witch Way to Murder