Shadows on the Ridge (Tails of Trouble: The Emerald Ridge Mysteries Book 1) Kindle Edition

A peaceful mountain town hides a deadly secret.Returning to the quiet mountain town of Emerald Ridge was supposed to be a fresh start for Olivia Morgan, a chance to reconnect with her roots, visit old friends, and escape the stress of city life. But her plans take a dark turn when her best friend, Emily, is found dead at The Ridge, a beloved local hiking trail. The police call it a tragic accident, but Olivia knows better.Emily’s cryptic research on a groundbreaking new tincture using a controversial native plant with ancient medicinal properties and shrouded in local lore points to something far more sinister. As Olivia delves into the town’s buried secrets, she uncovers a web of greed, betrayal, and ambition tied to the Stevens family, a name steeped in scandal and obsession with the legendary Starling Berry.When a missing researcher and a chilling confession bring the truth dangerously close, Olivia must decide how far she’s willing to go to seek justice for her friend. With her life and the lives of others on the line, can she expose the truth before shadows of the past consume her, too?Perfect for fans of gripping small-town mysteries and atmospheric suspense, Shadows on the Ridge is a tale of resilience, redemption, and uncovering the darkness that lurks beneath the surface. Read more