When Mila and Critter Girl find a dead man handcuffed to a stump, deep in Chapitoulas Swamp, they’ll need to act wisely to determine who their real friends are.

Even though it is Christmas on the bayou, not everyone is in the festive mood this year. From a young idealist who wants to save the swamp; to a corrupt hunting club full of survivalists; to an oil company who is hoping to drain the wetlands of precious oil and gas; and even to Mila’s own boyfriend, Xavier Ordoyn—the two girls are not sure who they can trust.

With the help of a cat named Serif and the bayou’s only floating stationery store, can they solve the mystery in time to be home for Christmas? Find out in this tightly-woven mystery, perfect with a cup of eggnog!

This is book three of The Lettering Detective Cozy Mystery Series by renowned lettering artist Lisa Pevey (@nolalettering). It can be read as a standalone novel, and is great for those who love southern charm, quirky best friends, cute cats and stationery crafts!