Overview
A Lighthouse Legacy is the fifth book in the Gift Shop Mysteries fiction series.
Gift shop owner Sarah Morgan is helping Justine Hendricks, a young scholar, with a research project—but then a nineteenth-century logbook and diary entrusted to the student disappear! Since Justine is part of a group volunteering at the lighthouse, there are plenty of possible suspects around her who could be responsible for the theft. To make matters worse, rumors are swirling that the lighthouse is haunted—a thing Sarah does not believe for a moment.
Soon Sarah and Justine are drawn into the compelling story of a nineteenth-century woman who may well have been Michigan's first official female lighthouse keeper. Sarah will need all her sleuthing skills if she is to uncover the surprising connections between the modern-day theft, the strange happenings at the lighthouse, and this dauntless woman from the past.
About the Gift Shop Mysteries Series
Every gift tells a story…and some bring mysteries!
Get ready for a faith-filled mystery like no other! The excitement begins when Sarah Morgan returns to her picturesque hometown along the shore of Lake Huron to open a gift and curiosities shop, which she calls Heavenly Presents. As she reconnects with family and friends and grows in her faith, Sarah feels her shop becoming more than just a place to browse or buy. It's turning into a cozy haven, where tucked among the handmade keepsakes and one-of-a-kind wonders are clues to long-buried secrets and surprising truths. Sarah soon discovers that solving small-town mysteries might just be the most meaningful gift she can offer.
Why You'll Love the Gift Shop Mysteries Series
If you're looking for a mystery series that's equal parts heartwarming and intriguing, Gift Shop Mysteries is your perfect next read. Set in a charming lakeside town with a faith-filled shop owner as your guide, each book offers:
- Captivating mysteries that keep you guessing—but never keep you up at night
- A cast of relatable, endearing characters who feel like old friends
- A cozy, small-town atmosphere you will want to escape to again and again
- Faith-filled encouragement and hope, gently woven through every story
- Themes of redemption, reconnection, and second chances—with God, family, and community
Plus, each book includes delightful extras:
- A recipe inspired by the story
- A personal letter from the author
- “Behind the Counter” insights into the real-life history or inspiration
- Book club-ready discussion questions
Whether you're drawn to uplifting mysteries, enjoy uncovering meaningful secrets, or simply want a soul-soothing read with depth, heart, and a touch of suspense—this series was made for you.
Author Bio
Jo James has always loved mystery stories, from the enduring tales of Agatha Christie to modern series by authors such as Louise Penny. Born and raised in central Texas, she still lives there with her sweet husband, where she enjoys long morning walks, delicious Tex Mex, and the unmatched joy of getting lost in a book.—Central Texas
