When a group of six unlikely members of the community are chosen to decide the fate of the Old Altman property more than a building is at stake. Offers from Oil Company's to tear down the house would be prosperous for the small town. The current Mayor is up for re-election and would profit from the decision to tear the house down.

From the very first meeting the group is threatened; but by whom or what? They form a bond. After a few more incidents, some of them causing near death, the group decides to investigate on their own. Friendship and bonds are found in the most unlikely, opposite places.

Rosa Lee left a message, a secret to unravel. Sidney Dickerson, the leader of the committee and college professor, has only lived in Clifton Creek for a short time. Sidney is drawn to the town by a note written on the back of her Grandmother's recipe card. She doesn't realize it's connected to the Altman home. With the help of her committee Sidney discovers, finally, where she belongs.

THE SECRETS OF ROSA LEE is a very enjoyable read. It has a slow deliberate character development. Usually I don't like multiple character stories, but Jodi Thomas has a knack for making the characters and story flow in a way that the reader can follow and enjoy. I love the way she develops the relationships with the committee and the love interests. If you like mysteries mixed with budding romance you'll like this novel. A very happy conclusion is the reward.