With the horrors of Halloween behind them, Kiko and Dom turn their puzzle solving skills to surviving the holiday season. Dom hasn't had a proper Christmas in years, and Kiko's sister visiting makes him feel almost like family -- until his brother, Devin, decides to show up and throw his disapproval into the mix.<br><br>Just when it seems like they have enough to deal with at home, local artist Cat asks them to solve her vandalism problem. Still shaken from their last mystery, Kiko and Dom only agree to help her due to the lack of murder.<br><br>But when the property damage escalates and Kiko begins receiving threatening letters, this harmless little problem turns deadlier than anyone thought. And if they can't get to the bottom of the family drama fast enough, Kiko might never be home for the holidays again.

Egg the Halls

“I can set the table,” said Dom. “Help you determine if the food’s done. Sample the wine.”


Nathan ran up, holding the orange and white mask over his face, and tugged on Dom’s pants. Kiko watched as Dom turned and feigned fear; Nathan laughed for a full minute before running off again. Even Gaby was grinning where she stood at the oven. Kiko’s nephew thought it was great fun to startle Dom with the mask; the surprise had worn off about the second time he jumped out of nowhere, but Dom still humored him every time he tried.


“A sure sign you were destined to be together,” said Gaby. Kiko rolled his eyes, hoping she wasn’t going to start bringing up marriage again. He had more than enough to think about currently.


Chapter 69