Already juggling four kids' hectic schedules, a
rambunctious dog, an attention-craving husband, and a full-
time reporter job, Lucy Stone can't possibly squeeze in
another responsibility...or can she? When Sue Finch asks
for help planning her daughter Sidra's wedding to Internet
millionaire Ron Davitz, loyal pal Lucy willingly dives
into the world of white lace, roses, and chair rentals.
What could be more perfect than a backyard Summer wedding
in the Stones' newly built gazebo?
Live doves and a hot air balloon, according to overbearing
social climber Thelma Davitz. But the groom's mother's
elaborate ideas and constant complaints are the least of
Lucy's troubles. With the nuptials looming along with her
latest deadline, the arrangements are in utter chaos—and
so is Lucy's investigative piece on lobsters. Meanwhile,
Ron is making enemies at every turn, including the bride's
father, several local lobstermen, harbormaster Frank
Wiggins, and the Stones' friend Geoff Rumford—who still
happens to be carrying a torch for Sidra.
When the groom's body is found floating beside his yacht,
Lucy isn't convinced it was an accidental drowning. From
the picturesque waterfront to Norah Hemmings' mansion on
toney Smith Heights Road, Tinker's Cove is awash with
suspects. Now, fresh from planning Sidra's wedding, Lucy
finds herself contemplating her own funeral as she
launches the harrowing pursuit of a killer who will do
anything to keep from being unveiled.