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Every whispered rumor, every carefully worded alibi from her own clients, pulls her deeper into a dangerous web where trust is a fragile commodity and everyone has something to hide.\n\nAs Lila sifts through red herrings and conflicting testimonies, the tranquil veneer of Maplewood begins to crack, exposing the darker currents that run beneath. She must maintain her professional composure while navigating a treacherous landscape where friends become suspects and familiar faces harbor deadly intentions.\n\nThe killer is still among them, and the peace of her beloved community hangs by a thread. Can Lila unravel the intricate tapestry of small-town secrets before another life is lost, or will Maplewood’s darkness consume them all?","brand":"Scarlett Stoyer, Author LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45691401240623,"sku":"k5zvv4","price":16.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/2002\/9487\/files\/v8272gn-front-shortedge-384.jpg?v=1785265041"},{"product_id":"lila-finch-the-premium-for-peril","title":"Lila Finch:  The Premium For Peril","description":"Life in Willow Creek Whispers is anything but quiet when a fiery “accident” at Miller’s Mill ignites a powder keg of secrets. Insurance agent Lila Finch, a woman who knows her town like the back of her hand, smells smoke that has nothing to do with the blaze. A hefty, last-minute policy on the mill owner's life screams foul play, and Lila's keen eye for detail won't let it go.\n\nWhat begins as a simple claim quickly transforms into an amateur investigation, pulling Lila deep into the charming town's tangled web of gossip, hidden histories, and simmering grudges. As she navigates red herrings and quirky townsfolk guarding their own truths, Lila uncovers a sinister undercurrent beneath Willow Creek’s idyllic facade, threatening to shatter its peace.\n\nThe truth, it seems, is far more complicated than a simple crime. Respected community members are implicated, and the fragility of trust becomes painfully clear. Lila's diligent nature morphs into that of an unlikely sleuth, forcing her to confront the darker side of her beloved town and the lengths people will go to protect their reputations.\n\nNow, Lila must decide: expose the full, complicated truth and risk tearing Willow Creek apart, or find a way to heal a community fractured by deceit. What will she sacrifice to bring justice to a town built on secrets?","brand":"Scarlett Stoyer, Author LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45691404255279,"sku":"wx9ee8","price":18.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/2002\/9487\/files\/rmk4emp-front-shortedge-384.jpg?v=1785265098"},{"product_id":"lila-finch-the-britannia-betrayal","title":"Lila Finch: The Britannia Betrayal","description":"A locked cabin, a dead magnate, and a trans-Atlantic voyage from which no one can disembark. Lila Finch, an astute insurance agent, finds herself aboard the luxurious RMS Britannia, tasked with finalizing a policy for the detested industrialist Sir Reginald Thorne. But when Sir Reginald is found dead, a meticulous Lila suspects foul play.\n\nAs the Britannia cuts through the waves, Lila navigates a treacherous sea of polite society. Every first-class passenger, from the enigmatic widow to the seemingly demure socialite, harbors a secret, a motive, a reason to wish Sir Reginald gone. On this opulent vessel, appearances are everything, and a killer hides in plain sight.\n\nThe ship's rigid social etiquette and the closed-system environment make every whispered rumor a clue, every guarded glance a potential confession. With the help of a discreet captain and a sharp-witted lady, Lila must piece together fabricated logs, missing keys, and coded sequences before the killer reaches the shores of New York.\n\nTruth and justice are paramount to Lila, even when others prefer convenient fictions. Can she unmask a master of deception before the Britannia docks, or will a meticulously planned crime sail away unpunished?","brand":"Scarlett Stoyer, Author LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45691425652783,"sku":"682ggm","price":19.94,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/2002\/9487\/files\/57q84vp-front-shortedge-384.jpg?v=1785265516"},{"product_id":"lila-finch-the-emerald-enigma","title":"Lila Finch: The Emerald Enigma","description":"Lila Finch thought her days of high-seas intrigue were over, but aboard the opulent RMS Britannia, a priceless emerald vanishes, pulling her back into a world of secrets and suspicion. Tasked with assessing the legendary gem for insurance, Lila finds herself entangled in a web of polite society where everyone has something to hide, and the cost of discovery could be ruinous.\n\nWith the ship's captain demanding discretion and a doctor offering unsettling insights, Lila must navigate the labyrinthine corridors of first-class passengers. From the imperious Lady Ashworth to the enigmatic Agnes Periwinkle, every veiled conversation and carefully constructed facade hints at long-held resentments and desperate measures. This isn't just about a stolen jewel; it's about the fragile foundations of wealth and reputation.\n\nLila's keen observational skills and insurance expertise are her only guides in discerning the true value of appearances. As she sifts through the polished exteriors and hidden motives, she uncovers a quiet desperation mirroring her own past experiences with hidden financial ruin. Every clue brings her closer to a truth that could shatter reputations and expose the darkest corners of human nature.\n\nCan Lila recover the emerald and restore order without exposing the very secrets the elite are desperate to protect? Or will this voyage force her to confront the quiet desperation that lurks beneath even the most polished surfaces?","brand":"Scarlett Stoyer, Author LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45691427913775,"sku":"qyqkkw","price":19.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/2002\/9487\/files\/m2ezd2q-front-shortedge-384.jpg?v=1785265548"},{"product_id":"lila-finch-the-perilous-passage","title":"Lila Finch: The Perilous Passage","description":"An ocean voyage aboard the opulent RMS Britannia was supposed to be a luxurious escape for unassuming insurance agent Lila Finch. Instead, when a universally disliked passenger is found dead, the high seas transform into a high-stakes murder mystery. With half the ship insured by Lila herself, she possesses an intimate knowledge of everyone’s secrets – a knowledge that might just make her the ship’s only hope for justice. Confined to the ship’s elegant, yet increasingly suspicious, world, Lila must navigate rigid class structures and veiled accusations. Her unique position as an outsider who knows everyone’s financial vulnerabilities gives her an edge, but also draws her closer to a dangerous truth hidden beneath polished veneers and social etiquette. Every friendly face could be hiding a deadly motive. As Lila delves deeper, the stakes escalate beyond merely solving a crime. She must protect the innocent, expose the guilty, and safeguard the Britannia’s pristine reputation – and perhaps her own life – from being irrevocably tarnished. The cozy confines of the ship become a pressure cooker, where trust is a luxury no one can afford. Beneath the glamour of high society, human nature proves complex and unpredictable, and even the most 'insured' lives can harbor the most dangerous secrets. Can Lila uncover the killer before the Britannia reaches port, or will this perilous passage claim another victim?\nScarlett Stoyer crafts intricate tales of danger and discovery. Her work often delves into the hidden corners of the world, revealing the strength and resilience of those who dare to venture there.","brand":"Scarlett Stoyer, Author LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45691429519407,"sku":"mvyqqj","price":19.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/2002\/9487\/files\/gjzyrmz-front-shortedge-384.jpg?v=1785265572"},{"product_id":"lila-finch-double-murder","title":"Lila Finch:  Double Murder","description":"Lila Finch thought leaving Chicago for the quiet streets of Oakhaven would mean trading forensic audits for peaceful paperwork. As the new head of her father’s insurance agency, she expected small-town charm, not a double homicide.\n\nWhen local socialites Arthur and Eleanor Miller are found dead, the town’s prestigious medical examiner is quick to rule it an accident. But Lila’s data-driven mind sees what others miss: a two-million-dollar policy approved just weeks ago and a trail of digital breadcrumbs that don't add up. \n\nTeaming up with a skeptical detective and a local botanist, Lila peels back the layers of Oakhaven’s elite facade. What she finds is a chilling conspiracy of medical malpractice and insurance fraud that reaches the highest levels of the community. As she digs deeper, a mysterious stalker begins to shadow her every move, and the community she called home turns its back on her.\n\nLila is no longer just investigating a claim; she’s fighting for her life. When she discovers her own name on a list of upcoming payouts, she realizes the Millers weren't the final target—she is. 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The local sheriff is quick to close the case, but a new, hefty life insurance policy and a mysterious beneficiary tell Lila a different story.\n\nDriven by a duty to her clients and a burning curiosity, Lila dives into a town brimming with gossip and unspoken rules. Her amateur investigation unearths a hidden history of animosity and unexpected connections to Arthur, revealing that Salem’s charming facade hides a web of secrets and long-held grudges. Every quirky townsfolk she interviews seems to hold a piece of the puzzle, and a motive.\n\nThe stakes escalate when a second \"accident\" shakes the quiet community, hinting that Arthur’s death was no isolated incident. Lila realizes she's not just solving a puzzle; she's stepping outside her comfort zone and straight into the path of a killer. Her sharp intellect, honed by years of scrutinizing claims, is her only weapon in a town that prefers to keep its secrets buried.\n\nCan Lila piece together the fragmented clues and decipher Salem’s unspoken rules before another tragedy strikes, or will the killer silence the tenacious insurance agent for good?","brand":"Scarlett Stoyer, Author LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45691624620079,"sku":"dmype4","price":16.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/2002\/9487\/files\/57qdgvd-front-shortedge-384.jpg?v=1785267977"}],"url":"https:\/\/scarlettstoyerauthorllc.com\/collections\/lila-finch-mysteries.oembed","provider":"Scarlett Stoyer, Author LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}