Fowl Play and Figgy Pudding is a Christmas cozy mystery set in the charming seaside town of Butternut Cove, where holiday sparkle meets just a pinch of danger.When the town's beloved annual Victorian Christmas Ball becomes the backdrop for a startling discovery, Faye Harper, The Heirloom Table Café owner and first-time amateur sleuth, must untangle a winding trail of clues with help from her loyal sidekicks: Ebenezer the inquisitive goose and Tiny, the lovable Great Dane who notices what humans sometimes overlook.This is a clean, standalone cozy mystery filled with: Heart-led amateur sleuthingClever pets and a goose who all have opinionsSmall-town community warmth and festive treatsGentle suspense (no graphic scenes)Red herrings, twists, and holiday ambiencePerfect for readers who love puzzles, pastries, and stories that feel like curling up by the fire with a whisk, a warm beverage, and a nose for clues.Includes a cozy seasonal bonus at the end: a holiday recipe inspired by Butternut Cove's bakery traditions.