“Melissa Payne’s In the Beautiful Dark is a heartfelt delight of a story, often adorable, sometimes tastefully creepy and even bone chilling, certainly never predictable. She’s created a cast of lovely characters, led by the vibrant and determined Birdie, who remind us that it’s never too late to seize life. Richard Osman, look out, there’s a new geriatric sleuth in town.”—Boo Walker, bestselling author of An Echo in Time

“In the Beautiful Dark has everything you could possibly want in a novel: page-turning suspense, laugh-out-loud banter, an endearing ensemble cast of characters, and a long-unsolved mystery, tucked into an unforgettable setting. Melissa Payne has expertly crafted a moving, unpredictable novel that will keep you guessing and leave you smiling. The relatable (if nosy) residents of Sunny Pines found their way into my heart and will live there for a long time.”—Jessica Strawser, USA Today bestselling author of The Last Caretaker

“What an unexpected treat this novel is! Everything from the characters to the setting to the twisting plot kept me off balance and loving it the entire way. In turns heartwarming and thrilling, In the Beautiful Dark has something for everyone.”—Suzy Krause, bestselling author of I Think We’ve Been Here Before and Sorry I Missed You