America’s Queen of Suspense Mary Higgins Clarkjoins forces with her daughter Carolbestselling author of the Regan Reilly mysteriesin this fast-paced novel set on a special holiday cruise that sets sail from Miami the day after Christmas.Alvirah Meehan, lottery winner turned amateur sleuth, and private investigator Regan Reilly are guests, along with their spouses, on the ‘;Santa Cruise.’ The cruise is a gift from Commodore Randolph Weed to a select group that ‘;has made the world a better place.’ His largesse is prompted by the desire to create a buzz about his new cruise ship, the Royal Mermaid, as she sets out on her maiden voyage. Alvirah, Regan, and her new husband Jackhead of the NYPD Major Case Squadare joined as guests on the cruise by a mystery fan convention, celebrating ‘;a ghost of honor, ‘ as well as ten men who donated time playing Santa Claus, now hoping for a restful post-season. That tranquility vanishes when two Santa suits disappear from a locked room, a storm develops, and an attempt is made on a passenger’s life. As the Royal Mermaid sails through troubled waters, Alvirah, Regan, and Jack uncover clues that lead them to dangerous criminals not on the original guest list