The Dastardly Kringles

As the holiday season wraps the charming town of Moon's Landing in its cozy embrace, the air is filled with the scent of pine, the twinkle of festive lights, and... the menace of mischievous Santas? When a gang of jolly red-suited thieves descends on Moon's Landing, robbing, burglarizing, and spreading holiday havoc, it's up to Birdie Lopez and her loyal coonhound, Butterscotch, to unwrap the mystery. With her sharp wit and keen eye for detail, Birdie is determined to restore peace and goodwill to her beloved town. But the case isn't as simple as naughty Santas. As Birdie and Butterscotch dig deeper, they uncover a group of suspicious elves who might not be as innocent as they seem. With every clue leading to more questions, Birdie must navigate a tangle of festive deception and holiday secrets. In this delightful prequel to the Moon's Landing Mysteries, join Birdie and Butterscotch on a heartwarming and thrilling adventure that captures the spirit of Christmas—and the excitement of solving a good mystery. Will Birdie be able to outsmart the holiday hooligans and bring joy back to Moon's Landing? Curl up with a hot cocoa and find out in The Dastardly Kringles in Moon's Landing! This Prequel Short Story is part of the Moon's Landing Cozy Mystery series and can be read in any order or as a standalone story.