Staying away is hard, returning may prove fatal While assisting with a routine house clearance, Tanya Bowe, a recently divorced, former investigative journalist, encounters her long absent schoolmate, Melanie Conrad. Not long afterwards, Mel is discovered lifeless at the foot of the stairs in the same house. The police are quick to deem it an accident, but Tanya's instincts scream murder. Determined to discover the truth, she uses her skills to investigate Mel's background. As she peels back the layers, Tanya uncovers a web of lies and blackmail at the heart of the Conrad family. The closer she gets, the more intricate and treacherous the puzzle becomes. With each revelation, Tanya's resolve strengthens, but so does the danger. Can she unravel the secrets shrouding Mel's untimely demise before the killer strikes again? In this captivating cozy mystery, Tanya walks the fine line between discovery and danger, guided by her unwavering determination to expose the truth and find justice for her friend.
