The Honeyed Truth — Sandra Orchard

The Honeyed Truth is book twenty two in the Mysteries of Cobble Hill Farm fiction series.Something's buzzing at Lavender Hill Farm—but it's not the bees. When veterinarian Dr. Harriet Bailey-Knight joins a lively group of church seniors for a tour of White Church Bay's must-see lavender farm, she anticipates a relaxing day among the fragrant blooms. But when one of the seniors remarks on the surprising absence of honeybees for such a beautiful sunny day, Harriet's curiosity is piqued. She soon finds the bees aren't gone… but something's not right. Honey yields are mysteriously low, tensions are mounting among the staff, and the resident alpaca keeps escaping his pen. Can Harriet find the source of the issue before things get out of hand?Meanwhile, Harriet's aunt Jinny has been acting strange lately. Every time Harriet tries to reach out, Aunt Jinny withdraws. Fortunately, healing—of both bees and hearts—can come in unexpected ways. Harriet is about to learn that even when life stings, a little honey can go a long way.About the Mysteries of Cobble Hill Farm Series Mysteries of Cobble Hill Farm brings you everything you want in a great cozy mystery: page-turning plots, hidden secrets from the past, faith-filled characters, clean, wholesome stories, and the heartwarming, fun antics of animals with a knack for sniffing out—and digging up—clues!When veterinarian Harriet Bailey's grandfather passes away, she accepts his bequest and follows her heart—with God's gentle guidance—across the ocean to the charming town of White Church Bay in Yorkshire, England. Old Doc Bailey left Harriet not only a sprawling historic estate but also the Cobble Hill Farm Vet Clinic in the hope that she would continue his legacy.You'll be captivated, just like Harriet, as she takes long walks along country paths, marvels at the gardens surrounding each cottage, and wanders through the ruins of old stone castles. Through the caring locals she meets and the precious animals in her care, she confirms that she is right where she belongs—especially when people and pets alike bring her mysteries from today and yesterday to solve!