Cutwork

Description

When a beloved artisan is murdered at the Excelsior, Minnesota art fair, the tight-knit community turns suspicious—and needlework shop owner Betsy Devonshire finds herself at the center of the turmoil. Determined to prove a local youth’s innocence, Betsy follows clues hidden in plain sight, using her knowledge of craft and community connections to stitch together what really happened. As she investigates, she must also mend more than fabric, navigating strained relationships and the fragile trust that binds her world. Blending cozy mystery suspense with rich details of traditional needlework, the novel explores themes of craftsmanship, loyalty, and the difference between appearances and truth in a small town where every thread matters.