Christmas is a season of magic-but also of secrets.Twelve Days of Treachery is a festive mystery collection where snow-covered celebrations conceal stolen heirlooms, hidden identities, and truths buried for generations. Across five richly atmospheric stories, Christmas countdowns turn into races against time, and holiday traditions become dangerous puzzles waiting to be solved.From a grand manor hiding a missing sapphire...to an antique clock that stops time itself...to a lighthouse legend, a corporate conspiracy, and a stolen musical masterpiece-each mystery blends holiday warmth with intrigue, romance, and clever twists.Perfect for readers who enjoy cozy mysteries with edge, romantic suspense, and Christmas whodunits, this collection proves that when the bells ring and midnight nears, every secret must finally come to light.