Nights in New Eden: A Mystery at The Upshur Manor by A.L. Davidson

There's a mystery afoot in New Eden! After an eventful summer full of romance, sweet treats, and not-so-mild panic for café owner Eli Hawkins, the much anticipated Halloween season is a breath of fresh air. With the joys of the 'ber months on the horizon, Eli aims to make the many upcoming holidays as memorable as possible. The most exciting event on the calendar? The annual Murder Mystery Party at the Upshur's beautiful manor, an exclusive event that he's been dying to attend for years. But balancing the cake orders, a new hire, and his boyfriend's failing health has made New Eden's favorite fallen angel a tad frazzled. Meanwhile, Des Upshur is feeling anxious - but the fact that his soul-fire went out and his heart literally stopped over the summer probably has more to do with it than he wants to admit. Des tries to stay strong for Eli as they head into the fallen angel's favorite time of the year, but his sugary sweet boyfriend's obvious worries are starting to bleed into their romance. Hoping the party at his parents' house - and a visit from his favorite cousin, Daedalus - may help lift both of their spirits, the half-demon tries his best to make the days leading up to Halloween magical. Little does he know, the mystery that awaits them at the manor will change their lives forever.

Adult • Diversity Representation/LGBTQ+ • Fantasy/Romantic and Erotic • Diversity Representation/Mental Health/Own Voices • Fantasy/Magical Realism

Content Warning: A Mystery at The Upshur Manor is an 18+ novella that tells a sugar and spice-filled tale about a fallen angel and his half-demon boyfriend as they join in on some Halloween fun at an old manor house. It features extensive scenes and conversations of an intimate and sexual nature, as well as conversations about past bullying, trauma, and chronic health issues. This volume of Nights in New Eden also deals with a near-death experience (in the past), some mentions of body dysmorphia and struggles with OCD, and a fictional murder. While it is a cozy and sweet holiday story, it is only recommended for a mature audience.