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Edna Hampton returns to the small town of Maplewood, Kansas, desperate for the truth about the decade-old 'hunting accident' that killed her son, Eric. Guided by the intuitive innkeeper Amelia Hartford, her spirited neighbor Lila, and a perceptive dog named Bailey, an investigation into a simple cold case quickly unearths a web of corruption. The trio discovers that the former sheriff and local town figures have spent years burying secrets related to money laundering and drug trafficking. As Amelia peels back the layers of a dark conspiracy, she faces intimidation from powerful men determined to keep the past hidden. The discovery of a hidden ledger and a suspicious local mechanic turns a peaceful small town into a scene of high-stakes pursuit. Through sharp wit and community grit, Amelia must connect Eric’s final clues to expose a killer hiding in plain sight. This atmospheric mystery blends cozy small-town charm with a tense procedural drive, exploring how long-buried betrayals can finally come to light. Comparable works include Murder, She Wrote