Can pride mask a deadly secret?

1886, La Plata Springs, Colorado. As Arabella Pryce nears the end of her year managing the family’s historic hotel, she’s eager to reclaim her glamorous New York life. But when the town’s Cultural and Historic Festival arrives, it brings a host of unexpected visitors—and a storm of controversy.

A provocative historian ignites fierce debate over sacred Indigenous artifacts, while shifting alliances among festival organizers, local activists, and intriguing newcomers keep everyone guessing.

Caught between the lure of a sparkling future and the pull of her newfound community, Arabella finds herself drawn into a mystery that challenges everything she thought she knew. Adding to the intrigue is her rocky relationship with Sheriff Clayton Marshall—a connection as rocky as it is compelling, complicating every step of the investigation. With the help of an unorthodox, ever-present ghostly architect and her steadfast confidante Cordelia, she must navigate a maze of ambition, cultural pride, and danger.

Step into the spotlight with The Pryce of Pride, the thrilling fifth installment in The Pryce of Murder series. Uncover the mystery behind the masquerade.