Agatha's in need of a well-earned break and with Christmas just around the corner it looks like the perfect opportunity to relax. When she receives a letter from an old lady begging for protection, she can't help but spring into action.

James has finally returned to Carsely and promised to whisk Agatha away on holiday where she can help him write his next novel. When a hotel guest is found murdered, it's up to Agatha to prove who the killer is.

The competition to be crowned winner of the Carsely Jam-Off has always been fierce, but when the prize jam is poisoned leading to the death of a judge, Agatha resolves to restore the competition's name.

Agatha reluctantly promises to support James by attending his wedding. However, when a body is found during the morning of the big day, it's up to Agatha and the gang to come to the rescue.