The Body in the Web by Katherine Hall Page

When a web of secrets tangles with murder in picturesque Aleford, Massachusetts, caterer and amateur sleuth Faith Fairchild finds herself drawn into another deliciously dark mystery. Katherine Hall Page returns with another irresistible installment in her beloved, Agatha Award-winning series that has captivated cozy mystery fans for decades.

The Body in the Web weaves together Page’s signature blend of culinary delights, small-town intrigue, and razor-sharp observation. Faith Fairchild—minister’s wife, mother, and caterer extraordinaire—has a knack for stumbling upon trouble, and this time the stakes are particularly personal. As she navigates the complicated social fabric of New England life, Faith discovers that even the most carefully constructed facades can hide devastating truths.

What makes this series shine is Page’s authentic voice and her ability to create a world that feels lived-in and real. The coastal New England setting practically breathes off the page—you can almost taste the salt air and hear the creak of old colonial homes. Faith is the kind of protagonist you’d want as a neighbor: smart, compassionate, and unafraid to ask difficult questions when something doesn’t sit right.

Perfect for fans of Diane Mott Davidson and Joanne Fluke, this is the kind of mystery you’ll want to curl up with on a foggy afternoon. Whether you’re a longtime devotee of the series or discovering Faith Fairchild for the first time, The Body in the Web delivers that satisfying combination of suspense, charm, and just enough danger to keep you turning pages late into the night.