Life in an idyllic village nestled in the scenic beauty of Lincolnshire should be peaceful and secure. Here, Andrea weaves her creative magic, teaching ceramics and batik to her close-knit group of friends. Everything changes when Kim, a newcomer, arrives. Her presence doesn't quite fit in with the group, and after the Christmas break, she disappears without a trace. Had she fallen victim to the ominous black feathers that appeared on her land? And who are the ghostly figures she claimed to have seen? The trio of Andrea, Jackie, and Cora—three retired friends who fondly call themselves The Studio Sleuths—find themselves compelled to solve the mystery. They enjoy solving puzzles, taking leisurely days out, and indulging in good meals, so sleuthing should be a piece of cake, right? Wrong. With only their camaraderie and a sense of humour, they begin their investigation at Kim’s local pub, The Trio of Fools. But as they soon discover, unravelling this mystery is far from easy.