A Christmas idyll, a blossoming mistletoe branch, and a secret with deadly consequences... When Nicole, the junior manager of the traditional Herrburg Castle, is found stabbed to death at the hotel's Christmas market, the Herrburg family's idyllic world is turned upside down. Rumors of violence, betrayal, and a passionate affair quickly spread. Driven by the desire to protect her family, Emma Herrburg, Nicole's sister-in-law, begins to investigate on her own. In doing so, she uncovers dark secrets that not only threaten her family's reputation, but also her own life ... Who can Emma still trust? A thrilling regional crime novel about love, lies, and betrayal—and the unwavering courage of a woman who won't give up until she knows the truth.