When culinary dreams turn into deadly nightmares, can Mrs Claus serve up justice before the killer strikes again? Holly Claus couldn't be prouder when her beloved house elf Gilbert receives the ultimate honour—induction into the prestigious Elvish Culinary Guild's Hall of Excellence. But what should be a celebration of Gilbert's legendary mince pies quickly turns sour when the ceremony becomes a recipe for murder. Trapped by a magical blizzard at the Guild's remote Crystal Mountain headquarters, Holly watches in horror as Gilbert's moment of triumph crumbles. A celebrity chef's cruel public humiliation of Gilbert's "peasant recipes" ends abruptly when the critic is found dead in the Guild's pristine kitchen—surrounded by Gilbert's signature mince pies. With Gilbert's reputation in tatters and his mince pies apparently turned into murder weapons, Holly must navigate a world of culinary egos, professional jealousies, and kitchen secrets. From bitter rival chefs to ambitious Guild officials, everyone has a motive to eliminate the competition. But when things get even more dangerous, Holly realises someone is systematically destroying anyone who threatens Gilbert's legacy. Racing against time as the magical blizzard keeps them all trapped together, Holly must use her medical expertise and detective instincts to catch a killer who's cooking up murder. Because in the rarefied world of magical cuisine, some people will do anything to be the top chef—even if it means serving up death. A deliciously twisted Christmas cozy mystery that will leave you hungry for more! Perfect for fans of culinary cozies and holiday mysteries. Grab your apron and prepare for a feast of secrets, lies, and perfectly seasoned murder.