The Body in the Sleigh - (Faith Fairchild Mysteries) by Katherine Hall Page (Paperback)

About the Book

In this 18th mystery in the series, caterer Faith Fairchild discovers the body of a troubled young woman in an antique sleigh, just in time for Christmas.

Book Synopsis

"Katherine Hall Page is my favorite writer of the traditional mystery. Not only is The Body in the Sleigh a gripping whodunit, but it's a classic tale of hope."

--Harlan Coben

Caterer and minister's wife Faith Fairchild is back to solve her eighteenth deadly mystery in The Body in the Sleigh--the latest perfect puzzler in author Katherine Hall Page's multiple Agatha Award-winning series. Set on Sanpere Island in Maine's Penobscot Bay, this atmospheric holiday whodunit is chock-full of suspense, surprises, real heart, and small miracles. And, as always, the mystery comes with recipes for delectable holiday treats from Faith Fairchild's kitchen.

From the Back Cover

All the Fairchilds are spending the Christmas holidays on idyllic Sanpere Island. While the Reverend Thomas Fairchild recuperates from surgery, his caterer wife, Faith, rejoices in the rare family-time together. But Faith's high spirits are dampened when she discovers the body of a young woman in an antique sleigh in front of the Historical Society. The victim, a teenage drug addict, was beloved by many--and her untimely death rocks the tight-knit island community.

Meanwhile, local spinster Mary Bethany finds a newborn baby boy in her barn on Christmas Eve, along with a note left in the basket and an alarming amount of cash. As Faith tries to locate the child's mother, she realizes his abandonment may be connected to the dead teen's last days--and that, like death and life on Sanpere, evil and redemptive goodness are also intertwined.

Review Quotes

Page continues to hit the mark with this charming series." - Publishers Weekly
"The author writes with grace and gentle wit, expertly weaving all her material together into a satisfying whole (and throwing in a few tempting Down East recipes as well)." - Denver Post (generic quote)
"Those who turn to Page for her light and lively prose will be pleased, but they will also find some weightier ingredients to stir the emotions." - Boston Sunday Herald (generic quote)
"Katherine Hall Page has found a great recipe for delicious mysteries: take charming characters, mix with ingenious plots, season with humor. Bon appétit!" - Nancy Pickard (generic quote)
"An enjoyable, swift read....Page...gift-wraps everything up with a bow on top." - Bangor Daily News on The Body in the Sleigh
"This 18th entry in the addictive series featuring Faith Fairchild, minister's wife and caterer extraordinaire, attests to Page's skill at creating absorbing cozies with likeable, well-rounded characters who feel like old friends." - Mystery Scene on The Body in the Sleigh
"Delightful." - Publishers Weekly on The Body in the Sleigh
"Katherine Hall Page is my favorite writer of the traditional mystery. Not only is The Body in the Sleigh a gripping whodunit, but it's a classic tale of hope." - Harlan Coben, New York Times bestselling author of Long Lost
"Page is adept at mixing charming narrative with page-turning mystery." - BookPage on The Body in the Sleigh
"The feel-good Christmas theme, pleasant characters and recipes will keep the faithful content." - Kirkus Reviews on The Body in the Sleigh
"This charming story, told with humor, warmth and wonderful characters, is a perfect holiday present for cozy mystery fans." - Romantic Times on The Body in the Sleigh
"A tasty holiday treat." - Iron Mountain Daily News (MI) on The Body in the Sleigh