Dead Drop in Lily Rock where mystery unfolds.

Look out, Olivia! There’s a new sleuth in Lily Rock. Avery Denning steps off the Pacific Crest Trail looking for rest and a place to regroup. Instead, she finds her landlady dead.

Though Avery never met Stella, she’s drawn into the heart of the investigation — to clear her name.

As an intuitive observer and reluctant female amateur sleuth, Avery notices what others overlook: whispered conversations, misplaced objects, and a messages not meant for public eyes. With help from Janis and Olivia she follows a trail of clues.

This character-driven cozy mystery blends small town charm, community secrets, and themes of belonging. Perfect for readers who love cozy mystery series set in tight-knit communities, Dead Drop in Lily Rock introduces a new sleuth who discovers that sometimes the most important journeys begin when you stop walking — and choose to stay.