Casket Case: A Novel BY Lauren Evans

In Casket Case, a charming debut rom-com, Nora Clanton finds herself unexpectedly back in her small hometown of Rabbittown, Alabama, managing her family's casket business after a tragic event. Feeling stranded in a place with few prospects, Nora’s routine life takes a turn when a handsome stranger, Garrett Bishop, walks into her shop asking for directions—and a date.

Garrett seems like the perfect match: kind, thoughtful, and deeply passionate about his job as a logistics coordinator. Though Nora isn’t quite sure what "logistics" entails, she’s intrigued by Garrett’s allure and the mysterious nature of his job, which involves long hours and frequent travel.

However, Nora’s newfound romance takes a bizarre twist when a series of sudden deaths occur in Rabbittown. Each time, Garrett is seen at the scene, and his vague job description starts to raise suspicions. Nora’s curiosity leads her to a startling revelation: Garrett works for Death.

Struggling to reconcile the charming man she loves with his grim occupation, Nora faces an emotional dilemma. Can she understand and accept Garrett’s unthinkable job, or will it force her to end their budding relationship?

Casket Case is a heartfelt exploration of love, loss, and the intersection of the two. Through witty and endearing storytelling, this debut novel reveals that while death may seem daunting, it’s not as terrifying as it appears when viewed through the lens of love and understanding.