*Finalist in the 2022 Indie Cozy Mystery Tribe Book of the Year Awards* A new job, a new friend, and a newly adopted furry companion. Then there's the dead body in her new office. Libby Ballard, director of the history museum in the small town of Dogwood Springs, Missouri, is eager to build a new life. She's only been in town a few days, but already she's settled into an apartment, made friends with a neighbor, and adopted a lovable dog. But the idyllic charm of Dogwood Springs is about to be shattered by the shocking discovery of murder. When Libby walks into her new office, she finds the lifeless body of her predecessor. The shadow of a killer looms over the museum, threatening to derail Libby's new job before it even begins. To make matters worse, the police wrongly target one of her staff members as the prime suspect. If Libby wants to clear her colleague's name and save her own job, she must delve into secrets and lies to find the truth. Join Libby as she hunts for the real killer! If you like a cozy mystery with a pet who will win your heart, friends who feel like family, and a hint of romance, you'll love this series! This is a clean read with no profanity, sex, or graphic violence.