The Royal Code

The Royal Code is book 2 in Guideposts' Gift Shop Mysteries fiction series.

When Sarah Morgan's brother, David, brings her a beautiful desk rumored to have belonged to a European princess, Sarah is fascinated. But as excited as she is about the antique, she can't help feeling skeptical about its origin story… until she finds a cache of coded messages inside a hidden compartment in the desk. The messages concern the Austrian royal family and a mystery that has puzzled the world since the end of World War I.

Could the secret she's stumbled upon really lead to the location of the Florentine Diamond, missing from the Austrian crown jewels?

About the Gift Shop Mysteries Series

Every gift tells a story…and some bring mysteries!

Get ready for a faith-filled mystery like no other! The excitement begins when Sarah Morgan returns to her picturesque hometown along the shore of Lake Huron to open a gift and curiosities shop, which she calls Heavenly Presents. As she reconnects with family and friends and grows in her faith, Sarah feels her shop becoming more than just a place to browse or buy. It's turning into a cozy haven, where tucked among the handmade keepsakes and one-of-a-kind wonders are clues to long-buried secrets and surprising truths. Sarah soon discovers that solving small-town mysteries might just be the most meaningful gift she can offer.

Why You'll Love the Gift Shop Mysteries Series

If you're looking for a mystery series that's equal parts heartwarming and intriguing, Gift Shop Mysteries is your perfect next read. Set in a charming lakeside town with a faith-filled shop owner as your guide, each book offers:

• Captivating mysteries that keep you guessing―but never keep you up at night
• A cast of relatable, endearing characters who feel like old friends
• A cozy, small-town atmosphere you'll want to escape to again and again
• Faith-filled encouragement and hope, gently woven through every story
• Themes of redemption, reconnection, and second chances―with God, family, and community

Plus, each book includes delightful extras:

• A recipe inspired by the story
• A personal letter from the author
• “Behind the Counter” insights into the real-life history or inspiration
• Book club-ready discussion questions

Whether you're drawn to uplifting mysteries, enjoy uncovering meaningful secrets, or simply want a soul-soothing read with depth, heart, and a touch of suspense―this series was made for you.

Beth Adams lives in Brooklyn, New York, with her husband and two daughters. When she's not writing, she's trying to find time to read good books.―Brooklyn, New York