When fall arrives in Duck Creek Village, the mountain is alive with secrets—and the first snow is anyone’s guess. For Maya, returning to the high plateau means reuniting with old friends, uncovering local legends, and finally solving the riddle of the mysterious “Drowned Village” beneath Navajo Lake. But when the village’s quirky tradition of rubber duck rituals is stolen out from under them, Maya and wilderness guide Finn are swept into a puzzle that ties folklore, environmental sabotage, and the fate of the community together.

As the lake’s waters drop and long-buried clues surface, Maya and Finn must unravel a web of small-town grudges and hidden motives, all while the mountain’s weather grows stranger by the hour. In this cozy mystery full of mountain charm, quirky locals, and a touch of magic, the secrets of Duck Creek might just change the course of winter—if Maya can follow the current to its source.

Welcome to Duck Creek Village, where every tradition has a purpose—and every mystery runs deep.