Deadly Mission — Cristine Adams

In her sixth mystery, Julie Erickson meets Naomi, who informs her of the recent unexpected death of a family member Julie was once close to.

She learns that Aunt Margot lived in a small town only ten miles from Summerville, which makes Julie wonder why the woman never contacted her.

Even more disturbing is Naomi's belief that the death was no accident, and she reveals Margot's final request: that Julie investigate a personal case she was trying to solve on her own.

Julie's daughter Kate is spending part of her summer break at home, and she eagerly offers to help her mom on this mission. Together they hear the rumors, conflicting stories, and suspicions that often exist in small towns.

But when another death occurs, Julie realizes that she and Kate are now uncovering secrets that someone has already killed twice to protect.