'Christmas bells are ringing in postcard-perfect Aspen Falls, Colorado, and the sound is music to veterinarian Dr. Ashley Hart’s ears. However, it’s harder to hear the latest village news—that notorious bargain hunter Suzette Bellamy has died under suspicious circumstances and one of Ashley’s favorite clients, estate sale planner Lucinda Costello, was the last person to see the persnickety older woman alive.     A dedicated collector frequenting...

'With warmer weather putting a spring in everyone’s step, the citizens of Aspen Falls, Colorado, cheerfully greet the change of season in their picturesque mountain town. Veterinarian Ashley Hart thinks her biggest concern is breaking in her new boots in time for the Wild West Walkers’ first hike of the year, but that outing takes a harrowing turn when Ashley spots a dead body in a snowy ravine.      The police are slow to identify the deceased,...

The dead of winter may be upon Aspen Falls, Colorado, but the mountain village's annual Powder Fest boasts plenty of lively events, attracting snow lovers from near and far with a parade through downtown, a dog costume show, a classic ski-and-rifle biathlon, and more. Local veterinarian Dr. Ashley Hart can't wait to join the fun, but the sudden death of app developer Travis Baker during the Powder Fest parade threatens to put a damper on the festivities--especially...