With Valentine's Day approaching, the usually grumpy Inspector Van Der Meer is thrust into an extraordinary mystery. Amsterdam's most esteemed chocolatier has died in a catastrophic fire that destroyed the entire shop. Opinions are divided: was it an unfortunate accident, or dark revenge?
The intrigue deepens with the discovery of an unusual item in a box of chocolates meant for the inspector's wife. Coincidence, or a clue hidden in plain sight?
This gripping narrative from the Deception Series packs a punch, delivering a story rich in mystery and suspense in a compact read. As the investigation unfolds, every clue is a piece of the puzzle in a case as complex as the finest chocolate. "HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY, INSPECTOR" is a masterfully crafted tale that ensures the truth, as sweet or bitter as it may be, is savored until the very end.