The air of murder lurks in the small town of Bakewell.

Elsie Woodworth, the guardian of Woodworth Manor, is about to face her most challenging mystery yet.

Chris, the son of Elsie's live-in housekeeper Loreta and part-time chauffeur, has gone missing after a mysterious job interview at the enigmatic new building in town known only as The Block. With his recent college graduation and the prospect of an exciting new job, it seems like just the beginning of a thrilling journey for Chris. Meanwhile, twins Isabelle and Isaac are in town for the soft opening of her best friend's new business and occupy the guesthouse at Woodworth Manor. Little do they know, The Block's owner has a deep connection to Chris, one that might lead to devastating consequences.

When Inspector Mackenzie "Mack" and Elsie team up to unravel the mystery surrounding Chris's disappearance, they uncover a series of chilling secrets. Elsie's best friend, Dayton, makes a gruesome discovery, guided by an unexpected feline ally. As the pieces of the puzzle fall into place, they realize that they are dealing with something far more sinister than they could have ever imagined.

As the clock ticks and the pressure mounts, Elsie and her telepathic cat, Florent, must race against time to find Chris and hope it isn’t too late. With danger lurking at every corner, they'll need every ounce of wit, courage, and feline intuition to solve the mystery and unveil the horrifying truth that threatens to shatter their world.....and Loreta’s.