Here is a list of some of the new releases for the week of March 3rd, 2019. I am going to divide the list into 4 days because there are so many of them for this week. Today is the fourth and final day of my list for this week. Hope you find some selections for your weekly reading. Enjoy and happy reading.
Browning serves tea and solves crimes in Charleston, a city steeped in tradition and treachery in the latest Tea Shop Mystery from New York Times bestselling author Laura Childs.
It is Sunday afternoon, and Theodosia and Drayton are catering a formal tea at a hot-air balloon rally. The view aloft is not only stunning, they are also surrounded by a dozen other colorful hot-air balloons. But as the sky turns gray and the clouds start to boil up, a strange object zooms out of nowhere. It is a drone, and it appears to be buzzing around the balloons, checking them out.
As Theodosia and Drayton watch, the drone, hovering like some angry, mechanized insect, deliberately crashes into the balloon next to them. An enormous, fiery explosion erupts, and everyone watches in horror as the balloon plummets to the earth, killing all three of its passengers.
Sirens scream, first responders arrive, and Theodosia is interviewed by the police. During the interview she learns that one of the downed occupants was Don Kingsley, the CEO of a local software company, SyncSoft. Not only do the police suspect Kingsley as the primary target, they learn that he possessed a rare Revolutionary War Union Jack flag that several people were rabidly bidding on.
Intrigued, Theodosia begins her own investigation. Was it the CEO’s soon-to-be ex-wife, who is restoring an enormous mansion at no expense? The CEO’s personal assistant, who also functioned as curator of his prized collection of Americana? Two rival antiques’ dealers known for dirty dealing? Or was the killer the fiancée of one of Theodosia’s dear friends, who turns out to be an employee—and whistle-blower—at SyncSoft?
INCLUDES DELICIOUS RECIPES AND TEA TIME TIPS! (Amazon)
Editions Available: Kindle, Hardcover, Audiobook
A New Town… A New Life… A Chance to be Normal…
Have you ever wondered what Darcy Sweet was like as a fifteen-year-old when she came to live with Aunt Millie?
This collection of six short stories covers a small slice of Darcy’s early life. From moving to live with Aunt Millie, to getting involved and solving her first mystery, to meeting Smudge for the first time and more.
Come along, see how it all began and watch while Darcy settles into her new life in Misty Hollow.
You’ll discover why trouble has a way of finding her… (Amazon)
Editions Available: Kindle
Welcome to The Berry Home A Berry Horrible Holiday
Kylie’s kinda-sorta boyfriend Joel convinces her to go on a romantic holiday with him… But surprise!Zoey shows up with Brad in tow!
“Winters will have you giggling into your book!”
If having your best friend and other romantic interest show up doesn’t put a damper on romance, a dead body certainly will… And that’s just what Kylie discovers.
Who could’ve killed Dan, a man with many secrets and a dark past?
At a lovely Bed And Breakfast where all the guests seem to be hiding something, can Kylie emerge unscathed and prove the identity of the real killer?
And more worrisomely, who is the attractive local sheriff, and why do both Brad and Joel seem so interested in her?
Praise for A.R. Winters:
“The perfect balance of being lighthearted, but still a serious page-turning mystery.” – Jaycie D, Amazon.com
“A fun cozy mystery with engaging and entertaining characters” – lq, Amazon.com
“A cute light read with a final twist at the end.” – Stacey Puleio, Amazon.com
A Berry Horrible Holiday is the seventh book in the Kylie Berry Mystery Series. Though it can be read as a standalone, it’s best read in series order.
This is a humorous cozy mystery featuring a strong female protagonist, some unusual friends and family, and a mystery that needs solving! It has no graphic gore, bad language or sex. (Amazon)
Editions Available: Kindle
A new story from the bestselling and award-winning master of suspense, introducing Colter Shaw.
Colter Shaw is a career “reward-seeker,” making his living traveling the country and locating missing persons, collecting reward money in return. So it is not unusual when a wealthy entrepreneur hires him to track down his wife, an enigmatic artist who vanished one month before. As Shaw begins to investigate, he suspects that she was fleeing a bad marriage, and he follows her trail to an artists’ retreat in Indiana. The case takes one surprising turn after another, and soon Shaw begins to wonder if this mysterious woman is more of a captor than a captive. (Amazon)
Editions Available: Kindle
Sometimes fame can be murder.
Madison Kramer thought her past was behind her. With a new name and a career as a bestselling author, what could go wrong?
She never expected Trevor Lockhardt to walk into her book signing, offering his services as her publicist, or that she’d end up falling for him. But what she really didn’t expect was a stalker sending her messages, both written and in the form of dead bodies.
Madison can’t escape her parents’ murder any longer. But is it their killer coming to finish what he started fifteen years ago? Or is she wrapped up in yet another murder case?
Fans of Victoria Laurie will enjoy this cozy mystery.
One-click your copy and start reading today! (Amazon)
Editions Available: Kindle, Paperback
Madison Kramer’s life is finally coming together. With her boyfriend and publicist, Trevor, by her side, her career as a best-selling author is sure to really take off.But one thing hasn’t changed. Death follows Maddie wherever she goes, and a night that should have been nothing but celebrating the New Year in the arms of the man she loves, turns into the scene of another murder.The bodies are piling up, and the murder suspect wants Maddie’s help in freeing his name. Her secret past continues to come to the surface, putting her life at risk in a deadly investigation where Maddie doesn’t know whom she can trust. (Amazon)
Editions Available: Kindle, Paperback
Madison Kramer can’t escape her past no matter how hard she tries.
Coming clean about her true identity only spurs fans to lash out at her. But one threatening message stands out as so much more than just an irate fan.
Someone is playing games with Maddie, forcing her to take part in his felonies and cover up his tracks so the police can’t catch him. And any time Maddie disobeys, another body is added to the death toll.
Can Maddie both cover up and solve the same crimes? This is by far the toughest case she’s ever been part of.
Fans of Joanne Fluke and Victoria Laurie will enjoy this cozy mystery series.
Scroll up and grab your copy today! (Amazon)
Editions Available: Kindle
The trees are green and hedgerows are bursting with new life as spring arrives in the Cotswolds, but inside a house that Melissa Craig used to know well, something terrible has happened…
Melissa has just finished writing her latest mystery novel and is enjoying the arrival of spring. She’s decided to let her fictional detective retire at last, and perhaps put her own days of investigating behind her too. But the ink has barely dried on the page when Melissa receives shocking news: her estranged father has been found dead in the family home and her mother, Sylvia, is under suspicion of murder.
Melissa hasn’t seen her parents for nearly thirty years, but on hearing the dreadful news she rushes to her mother’s side. Melissa is sure that Sylvia could never commit a murder, but Sylvia does seem to be keeping secrets…
With no-one else to turn to, Sylvia begs Melissa to investigate the case. Melissa knows her father was a difficult man, but now she needs to work out who wanted him dead… A disgruntled employee, the controlling family lawyer or perhaps the woman with whom he was having an affair?
When another body is found, Melissa realises she’s dealing with a ruthless killer. As the police close in, trying to pin both deaths on her mother, Melissa must act fast. Can she find a way to unmask the true killer before she loses her mother for a second time, and possibly forever?
If you can’t get enough of murder mysteries by Agatha Christie, Faith Martin or P.D. James, you’ll love this twisty detective novel!
This book was previously published as The Fourth Suspect.
What readers are saying about Murder at the Old House:
‘Such fun… just brilliant. The author has captured my attention once again… THIS is by far my favourite. It’s such a wonderful series… I can hardly wait for the next part. The more I read this author’s books, the more I want more of them. I loved it!
‘The best book in the series yet and is definitely a book that is hard to put down. A great read.’ NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars
‘What an absolute treat it was to spend time with Melissa Craig again… This book made me want to sing with joy… I was hooked from page one and could not stop turning pages until I knew what the ending will be.’ NetGalley Reviewer, 5 stars
‘Just when you think you know what you’re about to get with the next book in the excellent Melissa Craig series, you are surprised. … Mystery and romance are very much in the air. A very good, relaxing read.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars
‘I’m new to the Melissa Craig series, and I enjoyed this introduction. I chose to read this one before a long list of others, and I’m glad I did. The characters are unique, and the plot was interesting and fun, with a satisfying ending.’ Goodreads Reviewer
‘This is the tenth book in the Melissa Craig series, but can be read as a standalone…The book is well-written and moves along at a fast pace. Most readers will be hard pressed to put the book down because they know there’s another twist on the next page or two.’ Pamela B
‘This was another gripping read in the Melissa Craig series… Highly recommended read and cannot wait for the next in the series.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars
‘Love the ending of this book and I honestly can’t wait for the next one. This is a series which keeps getting better and better.’ Goodreads Reviewer
‘Perhaps my favourite Melissa Craig book so far… held my interest and I truly enjoyed it. The writing is very good and the characters likeable… absolutely great book.’ Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars (Amazon)
Editions Available: Kindle, Paperback
When Mabel slices her golf ball into the town cemetery. She and her best friend Violet think the worst that could happen would be a lost ball. That is until they discover a dead body, and it isn’t six feet under. Mabel’s golf ball lays in the middle of his forehead, it’s murder.
The ladies take it upon themselves to solve the mystery of the dead body in the graveyard. Using the information gleaned from Coffee Row, a collection of eccentric townspeople. Leads them to investigate golfers and relatives of the deceased. Their investigation frustrates a newly appointed RCMP officer, who does his best to put a stop to their interference.
But nothing stops the intrepid detectives. Not the RCMP, a stampede of cattle or even shots fired at them in the dark. They have an uncanny ability to find trouble and dead bodies. Almost getting themselves killed before solving the murders (Amazon)
Editions Available: Kindle, Paperback
Estes Park is fired up by a new coffee shop and pottery studio bringing chocolate espresso pastries, fierce competitive spirits, and murder…
Winifred Page might feel apprehension as she steps into the Koffee Kiln—Carla Beaker’s new charming coffee shop and pottery studio—but her corgi sidekick, Watson, welcomes the idea of a new place for snacks. With Carla’s disdain for the Cozy Corgi Bookshop and Bakery, Fred fears the caffeine will come with a side of drama. What she finds is delicious chocolate espresso scones, decaf coffee… and a dead body.
As Fred and Watson fire up their investigative savvy, they face down one of Estes Park’s cold-hearted matriarchs. To solve a murder, Fred must confront her own insecurities as she navigates the tangled coils of obsessions, business deals, and betrayals.
(This culinary cozy mystery includes a recipe for a sinfully delicious chocolate espresso torte.) (Amazon)
Editions Available: Kindle