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"Candy Cane Murder" offers a witty anthology of holiday mystery stories. In each tale, a festive clue—candy canes, Santa suits, glass relics—points toward a chilling crime, and investigator Hannah Swensen tracks down a killer amid snowy celebrations. Readers get a blend of suspense, seasonal charm, and clever detective work that keeps the holiday spirit bright while the mystery unfolds.
The stories blend Santa‑inspired twists with classic whodunit intrigue, inviting fans of cozy mystery and holiday suspense to suspect even the most twinkling of streets.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Joanna Fluke
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