A Do-It-Yourself Mystery

Jennie Bentley

Avery Baker and her boyfriend, Derek Ellis, are determined to transform a notorious old house into a profitable renovation project, despite its unsettling reputation for paranormal activity. But when their work uncovers a long-buried mystery within the walls, the pair finds themselves confronting more than peeling paint and skeptical buyers. Blending cozy mystery, suspense, and renovation drama, the story explores hidden secrets, haunted histories, and the risks of trying to give the past a fresh coat of paint.

Jennie Bentley

When former New York textile designer Avery Baker inherits her aunt’s dilapidated estate, she sees an opportunity to rebuild her life—and the house—with the help of a charming handyman. But renovation takes a darker turn when Avery uncovers clues connected to a local professor who has mysteriously disappeared. As she digs deeper, she must balance ambitious restoration plans, small-town secrets, and the danger that comes with asking too many questions. Blending cozy mystery, home-improvement intrigue, and design know-how, this series opener offers a stylish case filled with atmosphere and suspense.