Death by Chowder

When an anonymous letter arrives claiming the 1987 sinking of the fishing boat Calista Jean was no accident, pregnant baker and amateur sleuth Harriet Moore knows her quiet life in Placid Harbor is about to get complicated again.

Two crew members died that stormy night. The official report called it an accident. But the letter points to a decades-old smuggling operation - and links it to the sudden, suspicious closure of local fish supplier Pete Ramos’s business.

As Harriet digs deeper with help from her sheriff husband Montgomery, her loyal head baker Miguel, and a cast of beloved locals (including sharp-eyed Dorothy and the ever-watchful Dr. Slaughter), she uncovers a long-buried secret involving poached bear gallbladders, a powerful criminal network, and a modern operation that may still be running through the harbor.

Warm, atmospheric, and full of heart, Death by Chowder blends a gripping whodunit with the comforting rhythms of small-town life, fresh-baked scones, and the unbreakable bonds of community - both the one we’re born into and the one we choose.

Perfect for fans of cozy mysteries with strong female sleuths, coastal settings, and a touch of romance.

Includes Harriet’s award-winning recipe for Dungeness Crab and Sweet Corn Chowder.