Cold as Ice

Cold as Ice is the ninth book in the Gift Shop Mysteries fiction series.

Sarah Morgan and her aunt Nessie set out to explore a former icehouse that has fallen into disrepair. Aunt Nessie's friend Louisa bought the old building with plans to turn it into a waterfront restaurant. Before renovations begin and the building is cleared out, Louisa offers to let Sarah take any of the abandoned ice-industry tools to sell in her shop, Heavenly Presents. But when Louisa doesn't show up to meet them and her home is found in disarray, they fear something terrible has happened to her. Can they locate her before it's too late?

Meanwhile, amid Sarah's quest for hidden treasures in the old icehouse, she stumbles across a stash of valuables hidden under a false floorboard. When people in town start recognizing their families' missing belongings, Sarah sets out to solve another mystery. Who hid these long-lost heirlooms in the icehouse? And why?

About the Gift Shop Mysteries Series

Every gift tells a story…and some bring mysteries!

Get ready for a faith-filled mystery like no other! The excitement begins when Sarah Morgan returns to her picturesque hometown along the shore of Lake Huron to open a gift and curiosities shop, which she calls Heavenly Presents. As she reconnects with family and friends and grows in her faith, Sarah feels her shop becoming more than just a place to browse or buy. It's turning into a cozy haven, where tucked among the handmade keepsakes and one-of-a-kind wonders are clues to long-buried secrets and surprising truths. Sarah soon discovers that solving small-town mysteries might just be the most meaningful gift she can offer.

Why You'll Love the Gift Shop Mysteries Series

If you're looking for a mystery series that's equal parts heartwarming and intriguing, Gift Shop Mysteries is your perfect next read. Set in a charming lakeside town with a faith-filled shop owner as your guide, each book offers:

• Captivating mysteries that keep you guessing—but never keep you up at night
• A cast of relatable, endearing characters who feel like old friends
• A cozy, small-town atmosphere you will want to escape to again and again
• Faith-filled encouragement and hope, gently woven through every story
• Themes of redemption, reconnection, and second chances—with God, family, and community

Plus, each book includes delightful extras:

• A recipe inspired by the story
• A personal letter from the author
• “Behind the Counter” insights into the real-life history or inspiration
• Book club-ready discussion questions

Whether you're drawn to uplifting mysteries, enjoy uncovering meaningful secrets, or simply want a soul-soothing read with depth, heart, and a touch of suspense—this series was made for you.