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Violence
Barely any
Death or murder discovered; very mild for the genre
Language
Barely any
Mild language
Sexual Content
Barely any
No significant sexual content
Substance Use
Barely any
Minimal substance use
Emotional Intensity
Some
Moderate psychological tension; family conflict and buried secrets; emotional resolution
What this book is about
A wealthy family's Christmas gathering is disrupted when an unexpected guest arrives and old wounds are opened. Anne Perry's Christmas novella weaves mystery and family drama in the Victorian tradition, offering both a puzzle and a meditation on forgiveness, pride, and the genuine spirit of the season. Gentle in its storytelling, the novella delivers a satisfying holiday mystery.
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