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Mailbox Mysteries #6
The Trail That Leads to Trouble
A disturbing discovery, a frantic call for help. Can Kate find her way through a web of superstition to uncover the truth?
Kate has never put much stock in the outlandish rumors surrounding the Whelan women. They’ve lived on the margins of Eagle River for generations, working as midwives, beekeepers and herbalists in a dogged attempt to survive.
When another mail carrier finds Juniper Whelan dead at her farm one stormy autumn afternoon, it’s obvious the bees are to blame. Many whisper it was a fitting end to a twisted family line, and even those possessing an ounce of compassion claim it was nothing more than an accident. But the scene raises questions Kate can’t answer, and the victim had far more enemies than friends.
As she walks Eagle River’s neighborhoods and strolls the farmers’ market, Kate encounters more than the comforting aromas of apple cider and pumpkin scones. A chilling indifference is in the air, and it’s soon clear it will fall to Kate and her friends to find justice for Juniper. Can she shine enough light into the shadows to prove it was murder?
Kate has never put much stock in the outlandish rumors surrounding the Whelan women. They’ve lived on the margins of Eagle River for generations, working as midwives, beekeepers and herbalists in a dogged attempt to survive.
When another mail carrier finds Juniper Whelan dead at her farm one stormy autumn afternoon, it’s obvious the bees are to blame. Many whisper it was a fitting end to a twisted family line, and even those possessing an ounce of compassion claim it was nothing more than an accident. But the scene raises questions Kate can’t answer, and the victim had far more enemies than friends.
As she walks Eagle River’s neighborhoods and strolls the farmers’ market, Kate encounters more than the comforting aromas of apple cider and pumpkin scones. A chilling indifference is in the air, and it’s soon clear it will fall to Kate and her friends to find justice for Juniper. Can she shine enough light into the shadows to prove it was murder?
298 pages, ebook
Published August 31, 2026
About the author
Melanie Lageschulte
30 books300 followersMelanie Lageschulte writes heartwarming rural fiction, including the "Mailbox Mysteries" and "Growing Season" series. After growing up on an acreage in Iowa with a menagerie of four-footed friends, she had spent much of her professional life telling the stories of the state and its residents. She enjoys baking, sewing, and supporting local animal shelters.
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October 8, 2026
Our favorite mail carrier detective is hot on the trail.
I loved The Trail That Leads to Trouble. I highly recommend this book to everyone who has read the series and I highly recommend reading the series to anyone who hasn't had the pleasure of doing so yet. You won't be disappointed! I live in a tiny little town town out in the Big Country of Texas and with every one of these books I feel like I'm there traveling down the country roads, visiting the local businesses and running into people In town. Melanie Lageschulte pulls her readers into each story with each and every book.
I loved The Trail That Leads to Trouble. I highly recommend this book to everyone who has read the series and I highly recommend reading the series to anyone who hasn't had the pleasure of doing so yet. You won't be disappointed! I live in a tiny little town town out in the Big Country of Texas and with every one of these books I feel like I'm there traveling down the country roads, visiting the local businesses and running into people In town. Melanie Lageschulte pulls her readers into each story with each and every book.
September 17, 2026
Another winner!
I really enjoy these books. Such a different way of life. I appreciated how this story tackled another side of small town life. It isn't always kind if someone is a little different. Very sad how we can treat others just based on rumors, suspicion and ignorance.
On the other hand, there are folk like Kate and Bev, who go out of their way to get to the bottom of every mystery, and are kind in the doing!
Looking forward to the next book. 😁
I really enjoy these books. Such a different way of life. I appreciated how this story tackled another side of small town life. It isn't always kind if someone is a little different. Very sad how we can treat others just based on rumors, suspicion and ignorance.
On the other hand, there are folk like Kate and Bev, who go out of their way to get to the bottom of every mystery, and are kind in the doing!
Looking forward to the next book. 😁
September 7, 2026
This was a good one! From the start of the book right through the end, the mystery grew and grew and was finally solved. The biggest problem with this series is that there is such a long wait between each book. I have enjoyed every book in the series and look forward to each one in great anticipation.
September 7, 2026
The Trail That Leads to Trouble
As always another case to solve as the mail route is delivers the good and bad. I just love this series and all the characters in this rural community. Life is always extremely exciting and adventures. This is a must read series. Enjoy
As always another case to solve as the mail route is delivers the good and bad. I just love this series and all the characters in this rural community. Life is always extremely exciting and adventures. This is a must read series. Enjoy
September 6, 2026
The-Trail That Leads To Trouble
Route 6 is a nice addition to the Mailbox Mysteries series. I’m looking forward to the next release in this series.
Route 6 is a nice addition to the Mailbox Mysteries series. I’m looking forward to the next release in this series.
September 8, 2026
Trail that leads
Interesting small town whodunit boasting an oddly easygoing cast of characters. Author spiced up this edition sufficient for its season.
Interesting small town whodunit boasting an oddly easygoing cast of characters. Author spiced up this edition sufficient for its season.
October 9, 2026
The Trail That Leads to Trouble
Kate and Bev are at again! I think this one almost had them stumped. Another great story in the Mailbox Mysteries.
Kate and Bev are at again! I think this one almost had them stumped. Another great story in the Mailbox Mysteries.
October 11, 2026
Mailbox Detectives
Nice to Catch up with the Mailbox detectives..Eagle River has its share if Mysteries..But a Beekeeping..Honey making Herbal Witch gives it a Whole new twist..
Nice to Catch up with the Mailbox detectives..Eagle River has its share if Mysteries..But a Beekeeping..Honey making Herbal Witch gives it a Whole new twist..
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