Blizzard conditions in a New Hampshire mountain pass result in a tragic, but hardly surprising accident...which becomes the catalyst for a series of what seem unrelated events. A witness to the first event, avid rock climber Greg Taylor is involved in a desperate effort to find a missing hiker, a search that reveals many dangers can't be put down to bad luck. Supported by an unrepentent busybody and an anxious truck driver, Greg becomes increasingly convinced that the real target, like the killer, is as yet, unknown.

Set in the lovely, wild areas of New Hampshire's White Mountains, readers will traverse ledges, admire wildlife and delight in the charms of the local inn. This story contains not only all the puzzles of an old-time mystery, but also, the adventures of a modern mountain search and rescue team. From rock climbing to driving an eighteen wheeler, this lively mystery spans only a few short days, but readers quickly discover that every clue counts...

Maketto Inn Chocolate Cake,
From the new mystery
"A Case of Overkill"
Ingredients:
2 cups flour
1/2 cup cocoa
1/5 tsp salt
1/2 cup shortening
1 3/4ths cups sugar
3 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
1 tsp baking soda
1 Tb hot water
1 cup cold water

Pre-heat oven to 350F.  Allow soda to warm in 1 Tb hot water.

Directions:
Sift together dry ingredients, cream in shortening & sugar, add beaten eggs, baking soda & vanilla. Add cold water. Beat well,  Bake approx. 20 minutes.

*Eat the cake. Solve the mystery… remember, every clue counts