Sage and friends are off for a spectacular night of laughter and whimsy, but when a storm rolls into town and changes their plans, they find themselves in for quite an unexpected night… one that might just last forever. Trapped in a mysterious and haunted mansion, they quickly realize that escaping won’t be as easy as they thought. As they delve deeper into the mansion’s dark history, they uncover a decades-old mystery that holds the key to their freedom. But time is running out, and with each passing moment, the group finds themselves drawn further into the mansion’s sinister grasp. Sage and friends must use their wit, courage, and a touch of magic to crack the case before they all become permanent residents of this ghostly abode. As if the stakes weren’t high enough, Sage must navigate the mansion’s treacherous halls while contending with mischievous spirits, hidden clues, and a malevolent presence that seems determined to keep her trapped forever. With tensions rising and the clock ticking, Sage must rally her friends and pool their talents to unravel the mansion’s secrets before it’s too late. With bickering cousins and a sarcastic cat at her side, Sage is sure to prevail. Everyone else before her has failed and been trapped in the manor forever… but that has to change eventually, right? Candles and Curses features a standalone mystery plot and can be read on its own. It’s fast, fun, and a clean read.