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For generations, Douglas's family has been in the funeral business, so nothing about death causes Douglas any alarm. However, after the arrival of a serial killer in Cowlmouth, Douglas's frustration with the official investigation compels him to take matters more seriously. This gripping whodunit--with rich descriptions of small-town folk and the fictional New England setting--includes a solid balance of humor and horror.