Summer has arrived in the Catskills, and visitors are flocking to the quaint hamlet of Stone Bench. For chef and restaurant owner Esme Endicott, life at The Minted Spoon is as busy as ever until the sudden death of a dear friend casts a shadow over the entire community.

When lingering questions surrounding the death refuse to go away, neither can Esme. As one unexpected clue leads to another, Esme realizes nothing about her friend's death is as straightforward as it first appeared.

With its historic Main Street, friendly shop owners, and welcoming charm, Stone Bench seems like the perfect place to visit— but the truth isn't on the menu and Esme is determined to serve it.