![]() And there’s no way her flesh and blood could actually be a murderer . . . Now Lila has to put away years of resentment and distrust to prove her cousin’s innocence. As a new immigrant to the USA housed by her beloved uncle, Pol, his wife Paz, and her young cousin Roni, Hero must find a way to reconcile her painful past in order to move forward with her life in America. She’s soon proven right when Ronnie is suspected of murder, and secrets surrounding her shady cousin and those involved with the winery start piling up. Author Elaine Castillo presents the paradox of The American Dream through the family of protagonist, Hero De Vera. Tita Rosie is thrilled with the return of her prodigal son, but Lila knows that wherever Ronnie goes, trouble follows. But her cousin Ronnie is back in town after ghosting the family fifteen years ago, claiming that his recent purchase of a local winery shows that he’s back on his feet and ready to contribute to the Shady Palms community. And yes, she’s taken the first step in a new romance with her good friend Jae Park. ![]() Sure, her new business, the Brew-ha Cafe, is looking to turn a profit in its first year. It’s Christmastime in Shady Palms, but things are far from jolly for Lila Macapagal. ![]() ![]() When her long-lost cousin comes back to town just in time for the holidays, Lila Macapagal knows that big trouble can’t be far behind in this new mystery by Mia P. ![]()
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