Crooks and Christmas Cookies is the seventh book in the Mysteries of Blackberry Valley fiction series.Hannah Prentiss is thrilled to see her new friend, Amelia Jacobsen, transforming her mother's old house into the bed-and-breakfast of her dreams. Amelia's mother, Sally, was locally famous for the desserts she made--and her refusal to share her recipes. Hannah is helping her friend in every way she can, but when things keep going wrong, Hannah wonders if someone is purposely thwarting Amelia's dream.Can Hannah help find the culprit before they take it one step too far?Meanwhile, Hannah is reminded how a thriving career can make dating difficult. She and Fire Chief Liam Berthold have finally admitted their feelings for each other, but making plans to actually spend time together is a whole different story.How can they balance both their busy lives and their growing relationship?About the Mysteries of Blackberry Valley SeriesWelcome to the Hot Spot...where the food is fresh and the mysteries are delicious!After years away, Hannah Prentiss finally returns home to the charming village of Blackberry Valley. She transforms a former firehouse into the Hot Spot--a warm and welcoming place for townsfolk and travelers alike to enjoy meals made with fresh ingredients from local Kentucky farms. But running a new restaurant, reconnecting with loved ones, and forging new friendships around every corner aren't the only things Hannah is doing these days. When mysteries start cropping up, she finds that solving them is just as satisfying as fulfilling her culinary dreams!What you'll love about Blackberry Valley Mysteries: The cozy charm and heartfelt connections of small-town life Faithful characters and the warmth of a close-knit community Clean, wholesome stories Intriguing mysteries that give you hours of reading pleasure With warmth, humor, and a menu full of intrigue, Blackberry Valley Mysteries are the perfect way to let go of the stress and worries of the day and curl up in your favorite chair for hours of page-turning delight.