New Releases For The Week Of June 23rd, 2024–Part 3

THE FIRST IN A BRAND NEW SERIES!

Welcome to Meadowfield Bookshop…

Meet Ellie Swift… a bookworm with a history degree stuck at a crossroads. After putting her degree to work in a TV studio’s historical continuity department for years, the studio merges with a giant streaming service and Ellie loses her dream job. She finds herself working in a coffee shop to make ends meet, and while waiting for the perfect opportunity to come along… she gets a phone call informing her that her dear Granny Maggie has broken her hip.

Leaving the city and her coffee shop job behind, Ellie returns to her quaint hometown of Meadowfield to care for her grandmother, but she finds more than just the family’s beloved bookshop, Meadowfield Books, in disarray. Granny Maggie’s hip was broken during a robbery gone wrong, and the thief—a relative of a deceased local author—is found dead. The item the thief stole? The local author’s final manuscript.

While juggling caring for her grandmother and running the failing bookshop, Ellie finds herself in a web of mystery and murder, as she encounters a cast of characters each with a motive for coveting the author’s final manuscript. Utilising her passion for history and her old community ties, Ellie untangles a series of clever clues and red herrings. From the financial desperation of the thief’s father to the secretive actions of a local historian and antique dealer, the plot thickens when a rival author is also found dead. With a knack for history and a heart for sleuthing, Ellie uncovers hidden truths, from coveted manuscripts to clandestine motives, but can Ellie’s keen insights and tenacity ensure justice is served? And will she find a renewed sense of purpose in her long-forgotten home?

Find out in The Last Draft, the first book in the NEW Meadowfield Mysteries series, a quintessentially British cozy mystery series packed with heart, charm, and a cracking mystery full twists and turns. Perfect for those who love a good puzzle served up with a side of homemade scones and village gossip.

Discover the secrets of Meadowfield, where every page turned is a clue unveiled… (Amazon)

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His son is in danger
And only one investigator and her K-9 can rescue him

Two years after his wife’s death, ex-marine Carlos Ruiz isn’t looking for romance. But then army vet and security expert Natalie Rodriguez and her incredible K-9 walk into his life in the Everglades. Before long, the purely professional relationship turns all too personal, especially once Carlos’s little boy goes missing. Now, as they follow the K-9’s every lead, uncovering the truth becomes vital to the child’s rescue. And to securing their all too precarious future…

From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.

Discover more action-packed stories in the South Beach Security: K-9 Division series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order:

Book 1: Sabotage Operation
Book 2: Escape the Everglades
Book 3: Killer in the Kennel
Book 4: Danger in Dade (Amazon)

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After solving three murders and ridding Pemberley of riffraff and questionable relatives, Eliza Darcy is convinced her problems are in the past. Secure in the love of her main squeeze, Heath Tilney, and somewhat confident in her new role as mistress of Pemberley, Eliza ignores the news of an ex-con murdered in one of Lambton’s many pubs.

Then Detective Chief Inspector Finn Wentworth shows up on her doorstep, soaking wet and accused of murder.

Certain Wentworth is innocent, Eliza hides him, using one of Pemberley’s secrets. She reassembles her sleuthing gang: Heath, her batty great-aunt Iris, and her romance-novelist cousin Joy Bingley. The group must work to keep Wentworth’s whereabouts a secret while they solve the murder to clear his name.

Just as they make some headway, an unwelcome surprise infiltrates their mission. Eliza fears she will not only fail her friend but also end up decorating a prison cell instead of bringing her beloved Pemberley back to its Regency Era glory. (Amazon)

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When Eeva went to take her college final, she knew failing was an option…ending up in jail, however, never crossed her mind.

During her first reaping attempt, an unexplained burst of magic brought a troll back to life, instead of sending his soul to the hereafter…but only for twenty-four hours.

When the word “Necromancy” starts being thrown around, Eeva knows she’s in trouble just as she knows she’s innocent. Without a present father and with her mother missing, Eeva has no one willing to stand up for her and soon she’s sporting orange and trying to keep from being beat up in the jail courtyard.

Despite her tiny size, Eeva manages to catch the attention of the prison gang leader known as King Keenen and a feisty snow leopard shifter they call Rusti. Eeva might be more grateful if Keenen wasn’t the most annoying vampire on the planet and Rusti didn’t continuously call her “Pix”.

But when they rope her into trying to solve an in-house murder…Eeva can’t decide if she’s more afraid of her new friends or of learning more about her own powers.

Follow Eeva and her growing gang of jailmates as they navigate a city where magic abounds, secrets can kill and rules are made to be broken.

This brand new paranormal cozy mystery series is by International and Amazon Bestselling author, Abigail Lynn Thornton and will have you on the edge of your seat and snorting into your tea.

Grab your copy today! (Amazon)

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If you love small towns, endearing relationships, animals, and a touch of murder, you will love this mystery series set in the small town of White Eagle Montana.

In book 17 of the series, Tess and the entire gang who work and volunteer at the local wild and domestic animal rescue and rehabilitation facility, are up in arms when they find out that the annual fireworks show has been moved to a small lake nestled in the center of a large meadow not all that far from the shelter. Tess tries to explain how setting off explosives of any sort near the shelter will stress out all the animals in their care. She argues that the firework display should be moved back to the larger lake south of town where it has always been held. It seems however that the new president of the local chamber of commerce has his own reasons for moving the show and refuses to cooperate. When the unpleasant man shows up dead hours after Tess publicly threatens him, Tess finds herself in the hot seat. As crazy as it is that anyone would believe she would actually carry through with her threats, it seems the only way to really clear her name is to find the real killer.

Meanwhile, Tess’s mom is planning a huge Fourth of July party to be held at Tess and Tony’s house on the lake. Tess’s sister-in-law Bree is pregnant to unable to help with the planning of the event as she normally would, which means that Tess will need to shoulder double the workload. And if being accused of murder and having a party to plan isn’t enough, mom is insisting that Tess invite Uncle Garret, who as far as Tess is concerned, is the very last man on earth who should be included. (Amazon)

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Stormy the Cat Investigates Murder of Unscrupulous Businessman in When the Cat’s Away, a Cozy Mystery from Louise Clark

—Ottawa, Ontario, Canada—

Quinn and Christy’s tranquil family vacation is cut short by an urgent plea from Tamara, Quinn’s ex-girlfriend. Her father, Todd Ahern, stands accused of murdering a business associate, Ralph Sharpe, following a violent argument. Ralph and Todd were board members for a non-profit but had strongly differing views on direction and management. Now chief suspect, Todd swears he is innocent.

Determined to uncover the truth, Quinn, Christy, and their astute cat Stormy, delve into Ralph’s background. Their investigation uncovers not only widespread dislike for Ralph, but also for his ruthless business practices that have harmed far too many people.

As the evidence mounts, they orchestrate a daring confrontation to unmask the real murderer and clear Todd’s name, proving once again that some mysteries just need a cat’s touch.

Publisher Note: The 9 Lives Cozy Mysteries, while containing some very mild profanity, will be enjoyed by readers of clean and wholesome cozy mysteries. Cat lovers and those fond of all things feline, as well as readers of Amanda Lee, Denise Grover Swank, Rita Mae Brown’s Sneaky Pie Brown Mysteries, and Shirley Rousseau Murphy’s Joe Grey Mysteries, will not want to miss this series.

The 9 Lives Cozy Mysteries
The Cat Came Back
The Cat’s Paw
Cat Got Your Tongue
Let Sleeping Cats Lie
Cat Among the Fishes
Cat in the Limelight
Fleece the Cat
Listen to the Cat
When the Cat’s Away

About The Author: The author of the 9 Lives Cozy Mystery Series, Louise Clark has been the adopted mom of a number of cats with big personalities. The feline who inspired Stormy, the cat in the 9 Lives books, dominated her household for twenty loving years. During that time he created a family pecking order that left Louise on top and her youngest child on the bottom (just below the guinea pig), regularly tried to eat all his sister’s food (he was a very large cat), and learned the joys of travel through a cross-continent road trip.

The 9 Lives Cozy Mystery Series—as well as the single title mystery, A Recipe For Trouble, are set in Louise’s hometown of Vancouver, British Columbia, and elsewhere throughout Canada. (Amazon)

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When Monica Brown swaps city chaos for the quaint charm of Millpond and her cozy coffee truck, she never imagines serving up a side of murder with her morning coffee. But that’s exactly what happens when she discovers the body of reclusive author Priscilla Montegrove, thrusting Monica into the role of Millpond’s newest—and most reluctant—amateur detective.

With the help of the enigmatic Sheriff Nathan Thomas, Monica brews her way through a maze of clues, secrets, and betrayals that run deeper than the town’s roots. As they unravel the mystery together, Monica learns that solving Priscilla’s murder involves more than just her detective instincts—it challenges her heart and soul. Millpond, with its picturesque facade, harbors dark secrets, and Monica is determined to bring them to light.

Join Monica on her journey to solve Millpond’s most perplexing case—before the killer decides her next pour is her last. (Amazon)

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Mike Atwell is in trouble, he just doesn’t know how deep yet.

His life as a private investigator is yet to generate any income, and another unpaid case just landed on his desk – Frosty Fred, the county’s favourite ice cream salesman has just been found dead at the wheel of the chilly chariot.

But was Fred as universally loved as everyone thinks? There is an ice cream turf war in play, but is it just ice cream they are selling or are there other ‘products’ to be had if one knows how to ask?

Investigating as a favour to an old friend, Mike had to balance the case with one that might actually pay – the hunt for a missing adult film star.

But are the two cases intertwined? Is there a puppet master in the background? And why, oh why, did he hire his ex-wife as an assistant?

Yeah, Mike’s in trouble all right, but as the new head of the Patricia Fisher Investigation Bureau (should that be P-FBI?), he’s determined to get to the truth.

Let’s hope it doesn’t kill him. (Amazon)

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Things have finally calmed down in Little Feather…

Until a local psychic is found murdered in her own home. Miranda and Jack are on the case, determined to find out which of the paranormal residents might be to blame. But then the unthinkable happens and Miranda is left to handle things while she copes with her world being rocked one more time. Still the killer continues to terrorize the town, and it’s her job to stop them. But how can she hunt for a killer when she is dealing with a personal loss so great that she’s not sure she can survive it?

Thankfully, she has her team of friends to help her through some of her darkest days. Joanne, Eve and even Hank are there to help get her through the darkness but the monster responsible for so much pain and hurt isn’t who she expects and she starts to see justice in a whole new light.This is the tenth installment of the bestselling Miranda Riley Cozy Mystery series. A dark series with touches of romance, mystery and hope. Perfect for fans of the Supernatural tv series. (Amazon)

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If you can make it here, you can make it anywhere.
When amateur sleuth Becky Robinson lands a small part on a hit TV show filming in the Big Apple, she expects lights, camera, action—not murder.

The notorious Unlucky 7, a group of expelled high school students with a grudge, are back in the headlines after twenty years. Between takes, Becky is tasked with unraveling the mystery from director Scary Kerri’s old neighborhood, which left a whistleblower dead and the wrong man behind bars.

Juggling her detective duties with obligations on set, Becky digs deeper to uncover long-buried secrets and a trail of suspects with motives as murky as the Hudson River. But when the glitz and glamor of New York City conspire to maintain the coverup, Becky must act quickly before she becomes the next victim.

Can Becky navigate the treacherous waters of showbiz and earn the trust of her director? Or will the truth remain hidden beneath the bright lights of the city that never sleeps?
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Big Apple Murder is the fourteenth installment in the Hollywood Whodunit cozy mystery series.
If you love clumsy heroines, a New York City backdrop, quirky suspects, and an adorable rescue puppy this series is for you!

Hollywood Whodunit Series Order

• Book 1: Prime Time Murder
• Book 2: Stand-In Murder
• Book 3: Music City Murder
• Book 4. Trap Door Murder
• Book 5: Fool’s Gold Murder
• Book 6: Holly Jolly Murder
• Book 7: Blue Suede Murder
• Book 8: Family Reunion Murder
• Book 9: Summer Vacation Murder
• Book 10: Sunlight Swindler Murder
• Book 11: Castle Island Murder
• Book 12: Fixer-Upper Murder
• Book 13: Hometown Murder
• Book 14: Big Apple Murder
• Book 15: Devil Wears Murder (Amazon)

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As eager as Beatrice, Duchess of Kesgrave, is to meet her husband’s newly discovered illegitimate half sister, she does not want it to happen like this: in the keeper’s house at Newgate.

Yes, that Newgate, the abject prison filled with squalor and misery to which Verity Lark has been consigned for murder. Found standing over the slain corpse of an old tormentor with a still-warm pistol in her hand, she is obviously guilty.

It is an open-and-shut case with little for an unduly curious duchess to investigate.

Except it all seems a little too simple and straightforward. The Runner, for example, who apprehended Miss Lark at the scene of the crime—it’s awfully convenient that he just happened to be in the neighborhood at the very moment the gun discharged. Something else has to be at work here, such as a sinister figure lurking in the shadows to direct the action. Convinced of Miss Lark’s innocence, Bea can conceive of no other explanation.

Or is the prisoner really just the victim of a horrible stroke of bad luck?

The question plagues Bea as she struggles to figure out the answer to her most confounding riddle yet, for the stakes are higher than ever and distressingly personal.

Early Readers CANNOT GET ENOUGH of the latest installment in the Beatrice Hyde-Clare Mysteries Series:

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“…Humor, murder, suspense and everything you could ever want in a historical mystery will take you through until the end!!” –Goodreads Reviewer

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “…Ahhhh – this quick, entertaining, witty mystery was just the pick-me-up I needed…I enjoyed watching Bea and Kesgrave zip all over London interviewing suspects, following leads, participating in witty banter, and ultimately solving the case. I hope you will love it as well…” –Netgalley reviewer

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“…I highly recommend Beatrice Hyde-Clare mysteries series to readers who enjoy a cozy, charming, light-hearted and entertaining murder investigation…” –Goodreads Reviewer

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Another great mystery in the ongoing series… I continue to enjoy the exploits and the mystery… This was another fun read and I will continue to read every one that’s published!” –Netgalley reviewer

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “…Lynn Messina writes twisty murder mysteries that keep you guessing until the very end and still manages to pepper every scene with humor…As always, the pace is fast…” –Goodreads Reviewer

(Amazon)

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New Releases For The Week Of June 23rd, 2024–Part 2

In the quiet charm of New England, a shocking truth washes ashore.

When retired Department of Defense analyst and local columnist, Lewis Cole, stumbles upon a harrowing scene—a drowned migrant woman and her child—he is thrust into the middle of a thriving human smuggling operation on the coasts of New Hampshire and Maine. Appalled by the discovery and determined to unveil the hidden machinery of this inhumane trade, Lewis navigates the choppy waters of local politics, high emotions, and escalating violence.

The undertow of the crisis grows stronger when various parties—ranging from migrant rights advocates to immigration opponents, government agencies, and news media—capitalize on the situation, each spinning the narrative to their advantage. The lines blur between right and wrong, pulling Lewis deeper into the conflict.

His pursuit of justice pushes him into a deadly crossfire, forcing him into the shadowy world of human smuggling and threatening his very life. His investigative journey ends where it began, alone on the frosty Atlantic waters, battling the waves of despair and violence that surge from the far corners of the globe. He’s not just fighting for his survival, but for those who are fleeing death in their homeland. Will he be able to save them all, or die trying?

Terminal Surf is the next unputdownable installment in the Lewis Cole Series by New York Times bestselling author Brendan DuBois. An action-packed thriller perfect for fans of James Patterson and Michael Connelly. (Amazon)

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American adventuress Beryl Halliwell and prim and proper Brit Edwina Davenport team up once again as enquiry agents to investigate a suspicious psychic in this historical English village mystery set just after World War I.

Hidden beneath her British reserve, Edwina has a secret: she’s finished her novel and is bravely mailing the manuscript to a publisher. Beryl also has a secret: as thanks for solving a case, the American adventuress has been gifted an airplane. After swooping over the fields and hedgerows of Walmsley Parva, livestock scattering beneath her, she flamboyantly lands the plane on the village green, prompting a startled Edwina to consider a stiff gin fizz.
 
Beryl’s aircraft is not the only disruption of village peace. Miss Dinsdale, a psychic medium, has started holding séances. After the church organist resigns to serve as musical accompaniment for the séances, the vicar’s wife hires the enquiry agents to expose the medium as a charlatan. Beryl is confident she can spot the fraud, having learned from Harry Houdini himself some tricks of the trade. The dubious Miss Dinsdale claims her spirit guide is an Egyptian princess whose mummy resides in a sarcophagus in the room. But the only body in the sarcophagus belongs to a murdered villager impaled with a dagger.
 
As the sleuths begin to investigate, Beryl discovers her plane has been sabotaged and wonders if there’s a connection. Whether in the air or on terra firma, Beryl and Edwina must go round a circle of suspects to divine the culprit . . .(Amazon)

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Perfect for fans of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Jane Austen alike, the latest in this delightful mystery series described as “pure, unadulterated fun” (Publishers Weekly) combines historical intrigue, wit, and a sophisticated Victorian setting with a charmingly independent heroine.

Frances and her husband, George, have two points of interest in Paris. One is an impromptu holiday to visit the Paris Exposition. The other is personal. George’s Aunt Julia has requested her nephew’s help in looking into the suspicious death of renowned artist Paul Ducasse. Though Julia is not entirely forthcoming about her reasons, she is clearly a woman mourning a lost love.
 
At the exposition, swarming with tourists, tragedy casts a pall on the festivities. A footbridge collapses. Julia is among the casualties. However, she was not just another fateful victim. Julia was stabbed to death amid the chaos. With an official investigation at a standstill, George and Frances realize that to solve the case they must dig into Julia’s life—as well as Paul’s—and question everything and everyone in Julia’s coterie of artists and secrets.
 
They have no shortage of suspects. There is Paul’s inscrutable widow, Gabrielle. Paul’s art dealer and manager, Lucien. Julia’s friend Martine, a sculptress with a jealous streak. And art jurist, Monsieur Beaufoy. The investigation takes a turn when it’s revealed that George has inherited control of Julia’s estate—and another of her secrets. While George investigates, Frances safeguards their new legacy, and is drawn further into danger by a killer determined to keep the past buried. (Amazon)

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The latest novel in this exciting supernatural cozy series from the author of the Witch City Mysteries features a New Englander transplanted to a Florida town along the scenic Gulf of Mexico when she inherits a charming, century-old—and very haunted—inn from a mysterious benefactor. Fans of Amanda Flower and Heather Blake will delight in murder, ghosts, and the heroine’s golden retriever, Finn.
 
It’s June in Haven, Florida, a “between seasons” time in the tourism business, and Maureen’s Haven House Inn is feeling the pinch. There are plenty of ghosts in residence, but Maureen needs living guests to pay the bills.
 
Inspired by an old brochure she finds in a trunk she inherited along with the inn from her mysterious benefactor Penelope Josephine Gray, she gets the brilliant idea to revive a June fishing tournament from twenty years ago, hoping to reel in anglers who’d love to catch the Gulf Coast’s popular kingfish and take home a trophy.
 
But one fisherman won’t make it to the tournament. While walking on the beach with her golden retriever Finn, Maureen discovers a body. When Officer Frank Hubbard arrives, he recognizes local charter boat fisherman Eddie Manuel.
 
Now it’s up to Maureen and her spirited sleuths to sort through the red herrings and bait a hook for a killer before someone else ends up sleeping with the fishes . . .
 
Praise for Be My Ghost

“Maureen is a breath of fresh air in the cozy world. . . . The ghosts, in a refreshing departure from most paranormal cozies, don’t take center stage, and entertaining subplots . . . keep the pages turning. Readers will look forward to Maureen’s further adventures.” —Publishers Weekly, STARRED review (Amazon)

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Returning home to star in a movie about going home, Jan Fairchild stirs up old resentments galore. When the actress is found dead the morning after a nostalgic pajama party, several of her former high-school girlfriends become murder suspects—including amateur sleuth Ginger Barnes.

Before the police can get it horribly wrong, Gin relates everything she saw and heard since her famous friend’s arrival. Unfortunately, the more she shares, the more the detective in charge believes she committed the crime.

PRE-ORDERS receive a FREE ebook of the mystery DYING FOR A VACATION. Gift link on the Farewell Performance title page. (Amazon)

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When widowed folklorist Maureen Nash visits a legendary North Carolina barrier island shell shop, she discovers its resident ghost pirate and the mystery of a local’s untimely death . . .

As a professional storyteller, Maureen Nash can’t help but see the narrative cues woven through her life. Like the series of letters addressed to her late husband from a stranger—the proprietor of The Moon Shell, a shop on Ocracoke Island, off the coast of North Carolina. The store is famous with shell collectors, but it’s the cryptic letters from Allen Withrow, the shop’s owner, that convince Maureen to travel to the small coastal town in the middle of hurricane season. At the very least, she expects she’ll get a good story out of the experience, never anticipating it could end up a murder mystery . . .
 
In Maureen’s first hours on the storm-lashed island, she averts several life-threatening accidents, stumbles over the body of a controversial Ocracoke local, and meets the ghost of an eighteenth-century Welsh pirate, Emrys Lloyd. To the untrained eye, all these unusual occurrences would seem to be random misfortunes, but Maureen senses there may be something connecting these stories. With Emrys’s supernatural assistance, and the support of a few new friends, Maureen sets out unravel the truth, find a killer, and hopefully give this tale a satisfying ending . . . while also rewriting her own. (Amazon)

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Twenty-something advice columnist and amateur sleuth Sissy Yoder loves helping out at her Aunt Bethel’s Sunflower Café in Yoder, Kansas. It connects her to family, to the close-knit community—and to the suspicious events that always seem to bubble beneath small-town life . . .

The unusual death of local herb farmer, Ginger Reed, is the talk of Yoder. Naturally, Sissy is intrigued. The official report classifies Ginger’s demise as an accident, concluding that she ran herself over with a tractor. But Sissy’s cousin, Naomi, a friend and longtime employee of Ginger’s, insists that’s impossible. When she asks for Sissy’s help in unearthing the truth, Sissy’s on the case—accompanied as ever by her loyal Yorkie companion, Duke . . . 

The deeper Sissy digs, the longer the list of suspects grows—and none of them are Ginger. Near the top is Ginger’s resentful sister-in-law, Mallory. Next is Naomi’s brother, Lloyd, who’s bitter about the oil derrick presumably pumping black gold from Ginger’s land—land that once belonged to his family. Naomi herself could be a suspect—it’s her tractor, after all. But the investigation stalls when Naomi makes a shocking turnaround in her story. Is she lying? And if so, why? Then a missing dog, a desperate lawyer, and a teenage con artist are added to the mix, and the puzzle becomes hopelessly complicated. If Sissy doesn’t solve it quickly, she’ll be lost in the weeds as a killer reaps a deadly harvest . . .(Amazon)

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Charlotte Holmes is accustomed to solving crimes, not being accused of them, but she finds herself in a dreadfully precarious position as the bestselling Lady Sherlock series continues.

Charlotte’s success on the RMS Provence has afforded her a certain measure of time and assurance. Taking advantage of that, she has been busy, plotting to prise the man her sister loves from Moriarty’s iron grip.

Disruption, however, comes from an unexpected quarter. Lord Bancroft Ashburton, disgraced and imprisoned as a result of Charlotte’s prior investigations, nevertheless manages to press Charlotte into service: Underwood, his most loyal henchman, is missing and Lord Bancroft wants Charlotte to find Underwood, dead or alive.

But then Lord Bancroft himself turns up dead and Charlotte, more than anyone else, meets the trifecta criteria of motive, means, and opportunity. Never mind rescuing anyone else, with the law breathing down her neck, can Charlotte save herself from prosecution for murder? (Amazon)

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Humorous cozy-crime caper in which a feisty, amoral book dealer uses her unique skills to catch a murderer, desperate to hide the secrets kept by the yoga-obsessed staff and students of a West London ashram.

When a set of rare, impossible-to-find yoga books are stolen from a West London ashram, its leaders turn to Cordelia, the paperback sleuth, to recover them – a set-up that’s a little awkward as they’ve previously barred her from yoga classes for selling marijuana to their students. But what begins as a hunt for missing paperbacks soon becomes a murder investigation as those involved with the ashram can’t seem to stop dropping down dead – murdered with a whisky bottle to the head or a poisoned curry. Can Cordelia work out who the killer is and bring them to justice before they bring an end to her sleuthing for good. (Amazon)

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Making a final break from your past…
Can be murder.
Farmer’s market entrepreneur and amateur sleuth, Shea Beaumont, is up to her ears in new adventures when she decides to grow her farm by adding more animals into the mix. She’s confident that she’ll be able to handle the livestock, and everything that goes along with animal care, even though it will be a bit of a learning curve.

One thing she didn’t count on was having a major crisis hit right after her newest additions were delivered to the farm.

A body is discovered near the lake, and Shea is shocked when the victim’s identity is revealed. Distraught over the implications of a sinister blast from the past, Shea vows to do whatever it takes to solve the crime and protect the ones she loves.

Is she too close to the case to be able to solve it? Will her collegiate twins pay the price for the past coming back to haunt her? Find out in this fast-paced Cozy Mystery! (Amazon)

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Preorder for June 28 release
Lots of teachers are irritated by students paying more attention to their cell phones than what’s going on in the classroom. Some would like to see their school ban cell phones during the school day. They don’t hold out a lot of hope for a cell phone ban, so they work around them.

More than most faculty, the band director at Ocean Alley High School doesn’t want students to have phones in class, and he especially doesn’t want the band distracted by them when they march on the football field. Imagine his reaction when one goes off during the National Anthem. When no student will apologize, Mr. O’Halloran cancels band practice the week before a big competition. Talk about a good way to tick off students, parents, and band boosters. With Scoobie’s brother Terry as one of the bass drummers, Jolie and family have strong opinions. But someone is a lot more upset. At least the knitting needle in the band director’s neck seems to say so.

If Jolie hadn’t been the first to find the man, she would be less insistent to know what happened to him. What really gets the Ocean Alley crew invested is the last two people the school security system shows talking to Mr. O’Halloran – Scoobie’s brother and his best friend. Rumors abound.

With appraising houses, running the food pantry, and keeping four-year old twins in line, Jolie has her hands full. Scoobie’s best friend George is always willing to butt into a mystery. Sometimes that’s helpful. Other times, not so much. (Amazon)

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In a sleepy Kansas town, Jane Barrow’s cleaning business, Clean Sweep Cleaning Services, is her lifeline. But when Jane finds renowned archaeology professor Dr. Greg Ewing murdered in his own home, her life takes a dangerous turn. Initially hired to clean Dr. Ewing’s house, Jane soon becomes embroiled in the investigation, leading her to uncover hidden secrets and family dramas.

As Jane navigates the complexities of the case, she discovers a hidden camera revealing that Dr. Ewing’s had inadvertently videoed his own murder. But unraveling the truth puts Jane in the crosshairs of both the law and those who want the secrets to remain buried. With her business and reputation at stake, Jane must solve the murder and clear her name, all while dealing with her ex-husband’s troubling past and rekindling an old flame.

“Mop, Bucket, Murder” is a gripping mystery that combines small-town charm with intense suspense. Jane’s journey from housekeeper to amateur sleuth is a testament to her resilience and determination to protect her family and livelihood. This novel will keep readers on the edge of their seats, turning pages late into the night as Jane delves deeper into a world of lies, betrayal, and danger. (Amazon)

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Freelance writer and long‑time Ben & Jerry’s addict Jaine Austen uncovers murderers on the mean streets of Beverly Hills, with a little help from her snarky cat, Prozac, in this witty mystery series from acclaimed TV comedy writer and novelist Laura Levine—a lighthearted treat for cat cozy fans and readers of Joanne Fluke, Miranda James, and Laura Childs.

What could be more idyllic than starting a new gig with an exclusive train ride from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara? Turns out, a whole lot. Jaine must figure out how to tolerate her client—Chip Miller, aka Iron Man, a wealthy gym chain owner—who Jaine soon discovers is a tyrant and a bully with an ego as pumped as his pecs.

Practically everyone on board seems to have it in for Chip—his dysfunctional family members, his beleaguered staff, even his supposed best buddy from the gym. So it’s no shocker when he’s found dead in his cabin. Unfortunately for Jaine, she’s the one who finds Chip’s body, leaving her DNA on the murder weapon, and making her a prime suspect in the police investigation.

Forced to save her own caboose, can Jaine chug on through an unexpected love connection and ID the killer—or has she finally reached the end of the line? (Amazon)

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Librarian Charlie Harris and his ever-intuitive feline friend Diesel must catch a killer in a deadly game of cat and mouse where no one is who they seem to be…

At last, Charlie and Helen Louise’s wedding is only a month away. They’re busy preparing for the big day, and the last thing Charlie needs is a new mystery to solve. Enter Tara Martin, a shy, peculiar woman who has recently started working part-time at Helen Louise’s bistro and helping Charlie in the archive. Tara isn’t exactly friendly and she has an angry outburst at the library that leaves Charlie baffled. And then she abruptly leaves a catered housewarming party Charlie’s son Sean is throwing to celebrate his new home in the middle of her work shift. Before ducking out of the party, Tara looked terrified and Charlie wonders if she’s deliberately trying to escape notice. Is she hiding from someone?

When Tara is viciously attacked and lands in the hospital, Charlie knows his instincts were correct: Tara was in trouble and someone was after her. With the help of his much beloved cat, Diesel, Charlie digs deeper, and discovers shocking glimpses into Tara’s past that they could never have predicted. Will they catch the villain before Charlie’s own happily ever after with Helen Louise is ruined? (Amazon)

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“Topically relevant, edgy, and riveting” (Library Journal), this groundbreaking and provocative legal suspense series combines a unique protagonist—a transgender defense attorney—with twist-filled, provocative plots that will appeal to fans of J.A. Vance and Philip Margolin.
 
New Jersey State Trooper Jon Mazer has been charged with killing Black investigative reporter Stewart Marshall in a racially charged, headline-making murder. The evidence against criminal defense attorney Erin McCabe’s new client is overwhelming. The gun used is Mazer’s off-duty weapon. Fingerprints and carpet fibers link Mazer to the crime. And Mazer was patrolling Marshall’s neighborhood shortly before the victim took three bullets to the chest. Mazer’s argument? He’s a gay officer being set up to take the fall in an even bigger story.
 
Mazer swears he was a secret source for Marshall’s exposé about the Lords of Discipline. The covert gang operating within the New Jersey State Police is notorious for enforcing their own code of harassing women, framing minorities, and out-powering any troopers who don’t play their rogue and racist games. With everyone from the governor to the county prosecutor on the wrong side of justice, Erin and her partner, Duane Swisher, are prepared to do anything to make sure Mazer doesn’t become another victim.
 
As Erin deals with an intensely personal issue at home, and faces an uphill battle to prove her client’s innocence, both she and Duane find themselves mired in a conspiracy of corruption deeper than they imagined—and far more dangerous than they feared. (Amazon)

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New Releases For The Week Of June 23, 2024–Part 1

WE’RE CALLED IN TO WORK UNDERCOVER, AND THERE’S A SUDDEN DEATH?
I DON’T THINK THAT’S A COINCIDENCE.’

When private investigator Mavis MacDonald grudgingly allows Dowager Duchess Althea Twyst to accompany her to investigate some puzzling problems at a picturesque hotel near the Welsh coastal town of Tenby, they find themselves facing an unexpected death, a group of quirky residents…and danger.

Meanwhile, Annie Parker tries to find out where a garden gnome has got to in the bucolic Welsh village of Anwen-by-Wye, and Carol Hill and Christine Wilson-Smythe help the duke and duchess work out who’s behind some spiteful shenanigans…which are leading to chaos in the kitchens of Chellingworth Hall.

There are problems enough to keep all the women of the WISE Enquiries Agency busy, and a surprising blast of late-summer heat isn’t helping anyone to keep their cool. (Amazon)

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Betrayal – The act of thwarting a person’s trust, revealing information in violation of confidence, or failing to honor a promise.

Josiah knows all about betrayal. In the glamorous Bluegrass world of oak-cured bourbon, antebellum mansions, and Thoroughbred horse farms, betrayals never die—never remain hidden. The dark and bloody land called Kentucky eventually gives up its secrets from its dark, loamy soil, laying them bare for all to see.

The day starts out innocently with Josiah visiting Hunter, her boyfriend, and his new farm assistant, Palley. The young man tells Josiah of his desire to enter the demolition derby at the county fair. Ever since Palley received his driver’s license, he has been waiting to compete, but he needs an old beater of a car to enter.

Josiah tells Palley he is welcome to use an old jalopy that’s been gathering dust in an unused barn on her property. Josiah and an excited Palley travel to her shed. Pulling off an old tarp, they examine the car until they find—you guessed it—a body in the back. Whose body is it? How did it get there? Josiah is on the trail of murder again. In the mysterious Bluegrass, there’s justice, and then there is Josiah’s justice!

Death By A HoneyBee

Death By Drowning

Death By Bridle

Death By Bourbon

Death By Lotto

Death by Chocolate

Death by Haunting

Death By Derby

Death By Design

Death By Malice

Death By Drama

Death By Stalking

Death By Deceit

Death By Magic

Death By Shock

Death By Chance

Death By Poison

Death By Greed

Death By Theft

Death By Betrayal (Amazon)

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#1 New York Times bestselling author Kelley Armstrong delivers a fun romantic comedy about a woman writing under a male pseudonym and the man she hires to play the role in public.

Daphne McFadden already knows that as a female author, the cards are stacked against her. Now she knows just how much. Because her sudden whim to pose as an “outdoorsy hunk of masculinity” male author for her new book just resulted in the unthinkable: a bidding war, a huge book deal, and the kind of fame every author dreams of. Now she’s in big trouble. Because she needs to convince the world that Zane Remington actually exists . . . but how?

By hiring an actor, of course.

Only Chris Stanton is not an actor—not officially. He’s used to balancing the books, not pretending he wrote one. Still, he’s mostly certain he can pose as some overly macho bro-author. But when the media descend on Daphne’s gorgeous remote home in the Yukon, it’s not enough for Chris to just be the face of Zane Remington—he’ll have to become him. All while hilariously balancing the terrifying dangers of the wilderness, a massive femme fandom, and a serious crush on Daphne. But as the hype circus gets more out of control, it’s just a matter of time before someone discovers their little write lie . . . (Amazon)

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IT’S MURDER BEING A MOM!

A feel good wholesome cozy mystery.

Join Kate, baby Laurie, and the twins on another investigation. Will Mom and Galigani finally tie the knot?

I mean, what could go wrong?

“A straightforward whodunit … chick lit meets noir in Diana Orgain’s fun mystery.” —The Mystery Gazette
“A charming, gutsy, wry character who will make you laugh so hard you’ll forget the labor pains.” -Lousie Ure, Shamus Award-Winning Author
“A fun, fast, cozy read that will keep its readers entertained and anxiously awaiting the next installment.” —The Best Reviews

MATERNAL INSTINCTS MYSTERIES
Bundle of Trouble (Book 1)
Motherhood is Murder (Book 2)
Formula for Murder (Book 3)
Nursing a Grudge (Book 4)
Pampered to Death (Book 5)
Killer Cravings (Book 6)
A Deathly Rattle (Book 7)
Rockabye Murder (Book 8)
Pram & Poison (Book 9)
Lethal Lullaby (Book 10)
Cereal Killer (Book 11)
Double Trouble (Book 12)
Murder Comes Crawling (Book 13)
Dying for a Nap (Book 14) (Amazon)

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She won’t quit until she gets justice.
He won’t stop until she’s safe.

After her brother dies under a cloud of suspicion, Alexis Douglas will do whatever it takes to clear his name. Enlisting the help of TJ Roman proves a double-edged sword. Her brother’s onetime best friend, the ex-military PI can’t afford any missteps. Alexis’s safety is all that matters, despite the powerful attraction drawing them closer. Up against a killer desperate to keep the truth buried, TJ must step up his game before he and Alexis are both silenced forever.

From Harlequin Intrigue: Seek thrills. Solve crimes. Justice served.

Discover more action-packed stories in the West Investigations series. All books are stand-alone with uplifting endings but were published in the following order:

Book 1: Pursuit of the Truth
Book 2: Missing at Christmas
Book 3: Christmas Data Breach
Book 4: Shielding Her Son
Book 5: Dark Water Disappearance
Book 6: Catching the Carling Lake Killer
Book 7: Under the Cover of Darkness
Book 8: A Stalker’s Prey
Book 9: Silenced Witness
Book 10: Lakeside Secrets
Book 11: Under Lock and Key (Amazon)

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Carol Andrews is a happy woman. Her retired husband Jim finally has a project that will get him out of the house and out of her hair every day—organizing the reenactment of their town’s 1779 Revolutionary War battle. While Jim’s focused on meetings and marching practices, Carol plans to shop ’til she drops (using her secret credit card) and enjoy frequent lunches out with friends.

The unexpected appearance of Elizabeth Porter, a ghost who’s been hanging out in Carol’s house for over two hundred years, forces her to cancel her plans. Elizabeth tells Carol that during the original battle, she murdered her abusive husband and got away with it. She’s not allowed to pass over to the Other Side until she confesses her crime to someone and receives forgiveness. After two centuries of waiting for the right person, Elizabeth’s picked Carol.

As Carol begins to doubt her own sanity, a member of the battle reenactment committee is murdered, and her best friend, Nancy, becomes the number one suspect. Ignoring Jim’s orders to stay out of the case and let the police do their job, a frantic Carol teams up with her resident ghost to find the real killer before it’s too late. (Amazon)

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SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY WITH A SMIDGEN OF HOMICIDE

USA Today Bestselling author Tonya Kappes brings you southern and quirky characters in her mystery series. Her stories are charged with humor, friendship, family and life in small southern towns.

Mae West, owner of Happy Trails Campground located in the Daniel Boone National Forest, is no stranger to the twists and turns of life in Normal, but she never expected her community’s knitting circle to unravel into chaos. When local knitting enthusiast is found murdered with her own knitting needles during the town’s lively Fourth of July celebration, the community is spun into a whirlwind of suspicion and secrets.

Amidst the burst of Fourth of July festivities and the echoes of fireworks long past, Mae and the Laundry Club Ladies unravels a tangled web of secrets. With tales of a cursed heirloom and hidden treasures rumored to be concealed within the walls of the Stitchin’ Post, they find themselves piecing together clues from both past and present.

As tensions mount against the backdrop of booming Fourth of July fireworks, Mae learns that in Normal, Kentucky, some secrets are explosive enough to kill for. Can she unravel the killer’s identity before the fabric of her community is torn apart forever? Join Mae as she chases down clues and crooks amidst the sparks and echoes of Independence Day celebrations! (Amazon)

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Not Another Murder. A question? A statement? Or the despairing sigh of a monk convinced that Death’s scythe must have caught in his habit?

Escape from Gernesey and a return to Derby is on everyone’s mind, but events have spotted Brother Hermitage, and they’re up to their usual tricks.This time, they’ve put him in a priory. What could be better? And what could possibly go wrong?

The cloistered life has called him back and so all will be well.There will be no murder here, even though he’s the King’s Investigator.No one will die, ignoring the deaths that seem to follow him around.And anyway, this is only temporary. There won’t be time for anything untoward to happen.

Brother Hermitage hasn’t been reading his own chronicles, has he?

While Wat and Cwen try to make the best of things and work out who to bribe to get out of this place, Hermitage doesn’t even make it through the first night before the body turns up.How it was done is a complete mystery, never mind why. And there is certainly something odd about this priory and its monks, who don’t seem at all concerned that one of them is now dead.

But a route off the island quickly opens up before them, and so there might not be time to solve some murder. With any luck, they’ll be miles away before long.All they need is some money; considerably more money than they currently have.

That priory seemed to have a lot of treasure…

Embark on Chronicle number thirty-two, and your mind will be filled with wonder. (Wondering why, mainly.)

What do other people think?

5* “You know you’re in for a good giggle.”

5* “A laugh as usual.”

3* “I prefer more serious medieval murder mysteries. This was a bit silly”

You have been warned… (Amazon)

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I’m the eldest daughter of Romeo and Juliet. Yes, that Romeo and Juliet. No, they didn’t die in the tomb. They’re alive and well and living in fair Verona with their six wildly impetuous children and me, their nineteen-year-old daughter Rosaline…

Knives Out meets Bridgerton in Fair Verona, as New York Times bestselling author Christina Dodd kicks off a frothy, irreverent, witty new series with an irresistible premise—told from the delightfully engaging point of view of Romeo and Juliet’s clever, rebellious, fiercely independent daughter, Rosie Montague.

“Fun, funny, charming, and absolutely delightful. If you’re looking for a novel to sweep you away and lift your spirits, look no further.” – KRISTIN HANNAH, #1 New York Times bestselling author

Once upon a time a young couple met and fell in love. You probably know that story, and how it ended (hint: badly). Only here’s the thing: That’s not how it ended at all.

Romeo and Juliet are alive and well and the parents of seven kids. I’m the oldest, with the emphasis on ‘old’—a certified spinster at twenty, and happy to stay that way. It’s not easy to keep your taste for romance with parents like mine. Picture it—constant monologues, passionate declarations, fighting, making up, making out . . . it’s exhausting.

Each time they’ve presented me with a betrothal, I’ve set out to find the groom-to-be a more suitable bride. After all, someone sensible needs to stay home and manage this household. But their latest match, Duke Stephano, isn’t so easy to palm off on anyone else. The debaucher has had three previous wives—all of whom met unfortunate ends. Conscience forbids me from consigning another woman to that fate. As it turns out, I don’t have to . . .

At our betrothal ball—where, quite by accident, I meet a beautiful young man who makes me wonder if perhaps there is something to love at first sight—I stumble upon Duke Stephano with a dagger in his chest. But who killed him? His late wives’ families, his relatives, his mistress, his servants—half of Verona had motive. And when everyone around the Duke begins dying, disappearing, or descending into madness, I know I must uncover the killer . . . before death lies on me like an untimely frost.

“A sharp, determined heroine, a clever historical mystery, sparkling wit, a unique setting, family drama and a dash of romance.” – AMANDA QUICK, New York Times bestselling author of The Lady Has a Past (Amazon)

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Jodie ‘Nosey’ Parker is back in 2024 with a brand new Cornish mystery to unravel…

‘Leitch crafts a Cornwall that I want to live in – vibrant, funny and dripping with mystery and mayhem. Brilliant’ Jonathan Whitelaw, author of The Bingo Hall Detectives

‘A terrific summer read… a thumping good whodunnit; this is a murder mystery that wears a flower in its hair and invites us to kick off our shoes’ J.M. Hall

‘The book equivalent of catching up with your favourite old friends over a glass of wine or three… the observational humour is spot on’ Jo Middleton

‘[A] fun, feel-good factor and an intriguing mystery to be solved. And pies. I loved it’ Stephanie Austin, author of the Devon Mysteries series

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Just along the coast from Penstowan, the local festival has filled the area. Former Met police officer Jodie ‘Nosey’ Parker has agreed to step in and help run the Pie Hard food truck, along with her rather reluctant fiancé, DCI Nathan Withers.

As they prepare for a weekend of camping and being elbow deep in shortcrust pastry, Jodie hadn’t bargained on witnessing a fight between members of the lead band.

But when the body of one of the band members is found not far from the campsite, Jodie finds it hard to believe it was an accident. Especially when the other members had so much to gain…

Readers love Fiona Leitch:

‘This was a great cosy crime that kept me turning the pages. I can’t wait to see what Jodie and friends get up to next!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Love the characters and the plots. Such an easy cosy read.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Fiona is a great writer. No cheese, realistic dialogue, and great character development.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Another brilliant Cornwall visit.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Law-enforcement, verbal-humor, situational-humor, Cornwall, cozy-mystery, series, foodie, punny, relationships, relatives, murder, murder-investigation, small-business, small-town, caterer, family…’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Amazon)

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Right place, wrong time

It’s summer and Lucinda and Thea are visiting Eleanor Casings, a dear friend who has taken a small cottage, conveniently located near Radcliffe Hall, Thea’s childhood home, where they will be staying.

To Lucinda’s dismay, they are not the only guests. Mr. Huntley Clarke is also there at Lord Radcliffe’s invitation. After their recent encounter in town, Lucinda had hoped they would never meet again. Just as well the grounds at Radcliffe Hall are extensive.

If that isn’t enough to avoid him, soon Lucinda and Thea find something else to keep them busy and out of Mr. Huntley Clarke’s way. Their friend, Eleanor Casings, is under suspicion of assault with the intention of murder.

While Lucinda and Thea supplement their modest incomes by donning their sleuthing caps and offering their discreet services to catch store thieves, expose light-fingered guests, and resolve blackmail threats, this might prove to be above their abilities, but if they fail to help their friend, she could well end up in prison. (Amazon)

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A retreat into the wellness of art turns into a brush with murder

I’m worried. Why is my sexy assistant acting so strangely? Is he connected to the three deaths that occurred in and around Saint-Maurice on the same day? I promised the police that I, Julie Belmain, photographer extraordinaire, wouldn’t investigate, but this time it’s personal.

With a friend under suspicion of murder and my mother on my case about the involvement of a famous spa resort, it’s impossible for me to keep my promise, but my assistant proves unreliable. Why is he late for work? Why does he disappear for days on end?

But most importantly, why does he get shot right when my ex-husband is released from jail? (Amazon)

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Murder, She Wrote meets The Odd Couple in award-winning author Laurien Berenson’s brand-new mystery series, spun off from her much-loved Melanie Travis Canine series and featuring Melanie’s elderly aunts—tough-as-nails Peg and soft-spoken Rose—who’ll put their differences aside to stop a killer, if they don’t throttle each other first. The latest installment will tickle all cozy lovers, especially fans of “senior” sleuths in the tradition of Miss Marple and Jessica Fletcher.

From the moment Peg arrives in Kentucky, dragging level-headed Rose along for the week-long excursion proves a smart move. Because after she brings her canine expertise to prestigious conformation shows, next on the agenda is selling her Thoroughbred broodmare’s offspring at a high-stakes yearling sale. And when the ladies arrive to meet the young horse at Six Oaks farm, something seems off about the place—especially Jim Grable, the yearling manager with serious anger issues . . . 
 
While Peg feels comfortable again judging pedigree pups over Labor Day Weekend, Rose judges a shocking new turn of events. Jim has been found dead on the farm and a young employee needs help convincing police she didn’t kill him. As disjointed clues lead to a list of misdeeds swirling around Six Oaks, everyone connected to Jim agrees on one thing—he had it coming . . .
 
It isn’t until Peg guides her colt’s journey to the auction ring that she grasps how much Jim had been manipulating the process behind the scenes. Now, unable to rely on her instincts alone, Peg must also trust in Rose’s talents to expose the real culprit. But the two need to have each other’s backs before tangling with a killer—a deadly criminal set on halting their dog and pony show for good! (Amazon)

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Nothing brings family together like crime. In the first book in the thrilling new Angelhart series from New York Times bestselling author Allison Brennan, private investigator Margot Angelhart helps clients the law overlooks, but when she takes on a case more dangerous than she imagined, teaming up with her estranged siblings may be her only hope for survival.

Working alone as a private investigator is tough. Estranged from her PI family, Margo Angelhart does what she must to get by—including taking on sordid cases that pay the bills, even if she’d rather be helping those the justice system has failed.

That is, until a cheating husband case she’s working intersects with her siblings’ corporate espionage investigation, forcing Margo to cooperate with the Angelhart firm. Now, as the siblings compare notes, it’s clear they need to work together before a white-collar crime escalates to murder.

With far more questions than answers and a key suspect on the run, they’ll need the whole family to pitch in. But as they investigate the ever-twisting mystery, Margo isn’t sharing everything. Can she learn to trust her family and heal their once-close relationship before her secrets put those she loves most in danger?

Angelhart Investigations

Novella 0.5: Into the Fire
Book 1: You’ll Never Find Me (Amazon)

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There’s deadweight behind the bar at the Rusty Anchor and it’s up to Cape Cod bike shop owner Mackenzie “Mac” Almeida to solve the murder in Agatha Award–winner Maddie Day’s latest Cozy Capers Book Group Mystery . . .

A rainy July weekend in Westham means the beaches are empty and business is dead at Mac’s Bikes but couldn’t be livelier inside the Rusty Anchor Pub. But come Monday morning one patron is not so lively when the chef opens up and finds a body behind the bar. It’s last call for Bruce Byrne, an elderly high school teacher who’s been around so long it seems like he taught everybody.

When Mac’s friend Flo, the librarian, makes the list of suspects, Mac gathers the Cozy Capers Book Group to clear her name. With no end in sight to the rain, the group has plenty of time to study the clues and sort through a roll call of suspects to determine who decided to teach Mr. Bryne a lesson. But with a killer desperate to cover their tracks, Mac and the group will be tested as never before . . . (Amazon)

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Review Of Fireworks, Freedom and Felonies

Fireworks, Freedom, And Felonies

A Camper And Criminals Cozy Mystery Series, Book #37

Tonya Kappes

5 Stars

Synopsis:  

SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY WITH A SMIDGEN OF HOMICIDE

USA Today Bestselling author Tonya Kappes brings you southern and quirky characters in her mystery series. Her stories are charged with humor, friendship, family and life in small southern towns.

Mae West, owner of Happy Trails Campground located in the Daniel Boone National Forest, is no stranger to the twists and turns of life in Normal, but she never expected her community’s knitting circle to unravel into chaos. When local knitting enthusiast is found murdered with her own knitting needles during the town’s lively Fourth of July celebration, the community is spun into a whirlwind of suspicion and secrets.

Amidst the burst of Fourth of July festivities and the echoes of fireworks long past, Mae and the Laundry Club Ladies unravels a tangled web of secrets. With tales of a cursed heirloom and hidden treasures rumored to be concealed within the walls of the Stitchin’ Post, they find themselves piecing together clues from both past and present.

As tensions mount against the backdrop of booming Fourth of July fireworks, Mae learns that in Normal, Kentucky, some secrets are explosive enough to kill for. Can she unravel the killer’s identity before the fabric of her community is torn apart forever? Join Mae as she chases down clues and crooks amidst the sparks and echoes of Independence Day celebrations!

Review:  

The characters are well rounded and well developed.  When a local knitter is found dead with knitting needles sticking in to her, Mae and the ladies have another mystery on their hands.  Try to help them solve the mystery and get caught up on everything happening in their lives.

The author is very talented in her descriptive writing and these descriptions pulled me into the from the very beginning.  The writing style flows smoothly and the book is an easy read.  The mystery was well plotted. There were enough clues to sift through and suspects to consider and the mystery was not easily solved.

I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well written cozy mystery.  Join Mae and the gang as they try to solve another mystery  and enjoy the Fourth of July festivities.

Review Of No Time For Goodbye

No Time For Goodbye

Mia And Roman Physic Suspense Series, Book 1

Marion Myles

5 Stars

Synopsis:  

A reluctant psychic with a shady past. A detective with a missing sister. Together, sparks fly.

Psychic Mia Reeves is still trying to let go of the past, but when a gruesome vision keeps haunting her thoughts, she can’t ignore the truth. But getting the sexy, smoldering detective to believe her story is going to be harder than she imagined.

Detective Roman Mancini will do anything to find his younger sister. Ten years is a long time — and he and his family want answers. When Mia arrives at the police station with his sister’s bracelet, Roman’s suspicions kick in. As doubtful as he is, the red-haired beauty piques his interest, while giving him another lead. After all, he’s hell-bent on uncovering the truth.

As Roman and Mia team up together, one thing is certain: their chemistry is undeniable. Putting their desire on hold may be more difficult than they expected. When Roman’s biggest fears are finally realized, a new danger erupts. This enemy is one Mia never saw coming. Can the detective save the psychic before there’s “no time for goodbye?”

If you love gripping, fast-paced romantic suspense, No Time for Goodbye is your perfect next read.  (Amazon)

Review:  

The characters are well rounded and well developed.  Mia has been having troubling visions and she knows she must go to the police.  She is reluctant to do that because she knows she will not be believed.  But she does it anyway and what follows is a complex story that will keep you guessing until the very end.  

The writing style flows smoothly and it defines the characters very clearly by their actions and words.  The author is very talented in her descriptive writing and she pulled me into the story from the very beginning.

I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well crafted psychic mystery.  I will be reading book two in the series very soon. (Amazon)

Great Escapes Virtual Book Tours–Sorry, Not Sorry

Sorry, Knot Sorry (An Anastasia Pollack Crafting Mystery)
Cozy Mystery
13th in Series
Setting – New Jersey and New York City
Independently Published (June 4, 2024)
Print length ‏ : ‎ 300 pages
Digital ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CXTY8D76

Purchase Links 

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(Paperback and Hardcover links available 6/4/24)

 I’m so excited to be a stop on the blog tour for author Lois Winston and her new book Sorry, Knot Sorry. It is the thirteenth book in her An Anastasia Pollack Crafting Mystery.

Magazine crafts editor Anastasia Pollack may finally be able to pay off the remaining debt she found herself saddled with when her duplicitous first husband dropped dead in a Las Vegas casino. But as Anastasia has discovered, nothing in her life is ever straightforward. Strings are always attached. Thanks to the success of an unauthorized true crime podcast, a television production company wants to option her life—warts and all—as a reluctant amateur sleuth.

Is such exposure worth a clean financial slate? Anastasia isn’t sure, but at the same time, rumors are flying about layoffs at the office. Whether she wants national exposure or not, Anastasia may be forced to sign on the dotted line to keep from standing in the unemployment line. But the dead bodies keep coming, and they’re not in the script.

Craft tips included.

USA Today and Amazon bestselling author Lois Winston began her award-winning writing career in 2006 with Talk Gertie to Me, a humorous novel about a small-town girl in Manhattan and the mother bent on bringing her home. That was followed by the romantic suspense Love, Lies and a Double Shot of Deception. Lois wrote her first mystery thanks to a conversation between her agent and an editor looking for a crafting-themed cozy series. Thus, was born the Anastasia Pollack Crafting Mysteries, which Kirkus Reviews dubbed, “North Jersey’s more mature answer to Stephanie Plum.” The series now includes thirteen novels and three novellas. To date Lois has published twenty-two novels, five novellas, several short stories, one children’s chapter book, and one nonfiction book on writing, inspired by the twelve years she worked as an associate at a literary agency. Learn more about Lois and her books at http://www.loiswinston.com.

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New Releases For The Week Of June 16th, 2024–Part 4

In the sun-kissed haven of Charleston, Ann and Grayson race to solve a deadly puzzle before more than just books are out of circulation.

When Ann’s former college roommate becomes engaged, it’s back to Charleston for Ann and Grayson. Before leaving, however, Ann’s boss tasks her with meeting with the SC state archaeologist to help him implement a historical preservation initiative he wants the library involved with.

Charleston is another fun blur of restaurants, shopping, and beach trips. But when Ann takes a break from the fun for her meeting, she finds the state archeologist…dead. Things seem even worse when her friend’s fiancé becomes a suspect in the mysterious death.

Can Ann and Grayson track down the killer before someone else is out of circulation? (Amazon)

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Every book can be read as a standalone mystery – hop in anywhere in the series!

USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author Amy Vansant leaves Pineapple Port’s couples on their own. Will love save the day?

Charlotte and Declan enjoy a free honeymoon on the Bahamian island of Duppy Cay in return for investigating who’s been vandalizing the local resort. The trade seems like a deal until someone tries to kill the island’s most colorful character. There’s no shortage of trouble for such a small island—a pirate’s curse, angry ghosts, shipwrecks, hidden pirate caves…

Back in the US, Darla and Frank are kidnapped while visiting friends in Tennessee, leaving Mariska and Bob to solve a murder back home in Florida. (Amazon)

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Chef Jessica is asked to cater a funeral service for a family friend. Not something she typically would say yes to, especially with her commitment to the restaurant. But if she can pull this off, it could mean another source of income.

But, as she and her team are ready to go, Jess goes to leave the invoice in the office, only to find the assistant funeral director dead near the kitchen area.

Initial evidence points to poisoning which leads to suspicion being on Jessica’s food.

Why do bodies keep ending up dead around Jess? Was this another plot to sabotage her business? Or is something else nefarious happening at Caruso’s Funeral Home?

With the help of her two besties, Sawyer and Vee, she is determined to find out and once again, clear her name. (Amazon)

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The third book in the Mr. Darcy & Miss Tilney Mystery series, which finds the amateur sleuths facing their most daunting challenge yet: preventing the murder of the imperious Lady Catherine de Bourgh.

Someone is trying to kill Lady Catherine de Bourgh. Esteemed aunt of Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy, generous patroness of Mr. William Collins, a woman of rank who rules over the estate of Rosings Park with an unimpeachable sense of propriety—who would dare? Lady Catherine summons her grand-nephew, Mr. Jonathan Darcy, and his investigative companion, Miss Juliet Tilney, to find out.

After a year apart, Jonathan and Juliet are thrilled to be reunited, even if the circumstances—finding whoever has thus far sabotaged Lady Catherine’s carriage, shot at her, and nearly pushed her down the stairs—are less than ideal. Also less than ideal: their respective fathers, Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy and Mr. Henry Tilney, have accompanied the young detectives to Rosings, and the two men do not interact with the same felicity enjoyed by their children.

With attempts against Lady Catherine escalating, and no one among the list of prime suspects seemingly capable of committing all of the attacks, the pressure on Jonathan and Juliet mounts—even as more gentle feelings between the two of them begin to bloom. The race is now on to provoke two confessions: one from the attempted murderer before it is too late—and one, perhaps, of love. (Amazon)

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Georgina Drake – photographer, proud mum, and amateur detective – tackles a case that’s a little too close to home…

Georgina Drake is taking promo photos of a dress rehearsal of Macbeth, and her daughter Bea’s first starring role. But the drama becomes distressingly real when one of the actors, Neil Faulkner, is found stabbed to death. And Georgie is dismayed to see a faint spatter of blood on her daughter’s arm.

Georgie knows Bea isn’t a murderer, but the local police don’t seem inclined to trust her admittedly biased opinion. And when a distraught Bea admits that Neil was blackmailing her, things start to look serious. Undaunted, Georgie decides to prove her daughter’s innocence, even if she has to solve the case herself.

But if Bea isn’t the murderer, then who is? Someone is more than happy to let Bea take their place behind bars, and they aren’t happy about Georgie’s snooping. If she doesn’t tread carefully, she might end up as the next body beneath the stage…

An addictive and completely gripping cosy crime novel. Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Faith Martin and Midsomer Murders.

Readers love the Georgina Drake mysteries:

‘I honestly couldn’t put this book down and I have already downloaded The Body at Rookery Barn. I cannot wait to jump back into it… I am obsessed,and I will be reading every single one!!!’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘Hooked… I couldn’t stop reading it and want to immediately get my hands on the next book of the series. Highly recommend!’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘The best first book in any series that I have ever read! All the characters are well developed, interesting and you feel that you know them… If only there were more than 5 stars to give – this book is a definite 10-star story!’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘A fantastic read. I could not put it down, and finished in one sitting. I love a good cozy mystery and this ticks all the boxes.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘I loved this book from page one, and it really kept me going until the end. I love the cozy mystery feeling of this book and it keeps you guessing until the end… Highly recommend! 5 stars here!’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘Sharp, witty, full of humour, with lots of entertaining characters all rolled into the chapters. I enjoyed every bit of it.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘This was a fast-paced mystery that had me hooked from the very first page! I love this author’s writing style. There is a twisty plot, intrigue, suspense, likeable characters, a budding romance, and an adorable dog… 5/5 stars.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘Fun, warm, twisty and with the comfort of old friends, this really is a series to savour.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘Just the right mixture of cosiness and suspense… Read in one sitting.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘Wow what a book… I could not put it down.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘Plenty of intrigue, twists and turns. A real murder mystery. A worthy five star read.’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘I was really involved in this story… and it became a riddle to solve. Some really good characters and an excellent storyline… Ended on a high!’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

‘An absolutely epic read! Loved every page. Couldn’t get enough of this one. It kept me on the edge of my seat! Well written and interesting. Can’t wait for more… Well done!’ Reader review, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (Amazon)

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Piper Addison is on the vacation of her dreams… or nightmares.

Vacation mode has been activated in Orchard Hollow. When Piper’s vampire boyfriend suggests a beach getaway, she jumps at the chance. A week on a secluded island with nothing to do but sunbathing and romance? Who can say no to that?

But what’s a holiday without a dash of the unexpected? A relaxing beach stroll takes a sinister turn when Piper stumbles upon a body in the sand! Turns out, Serenity Bay isn’t just known for its killer tan lines. With a mystery afoot, Piper’s instincts kick in, and she’s ready to trade her umbrella drinks for a spine-chilling investigation.

Between dodging the local police, avoiding her dearly departed ghost familiar, and trying to turn the trip around, Piper has her work cut out for her.

The sand in the hourglass is falling as our witch who can’t witch races to solve the crime before her return flight home. With the killer on her heels, Piper better be careful or she might stay on the island longer than anticipated. Perhaps even for all of eternity…

Six Brews Under is a paranormal cozy mystery complete with an unlucky witch, a ghost familiar, and a feisty raccoon with a talent for getting into sticky situations. (Amazon)

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New Releases For The Week Of June 16th, 2024–Part 3

A Paranormal Cozy Mystery Series:

Twenty-four-year old Vivien Belcher–Ms. B, for obvious reasons–teaches a full class of kindergarten students in Southwest Michigan in a Lake Michigan beach town. Trying to maintain control of her overly enthusiastic students while managing life as a fully-fledged adult, Vivien’s life is balancing as perfectly as a gymnast sticking her landing until the scale tips when she receives an unlikely and unwelcome text message from her ex-boyfriend…her dead ex-boyfriend.

Trapped in the Transitional World and having to atone for his many sins in life, Kasper must “make good” by helping to solve the murder of his beloved high school lunch lady. The problem? It’s hard to solve a murder as a ghost. But Kasper doesn’t count on Vivien’s reluctance to help him, not to mention her doubt. And he really doesn’t count on his reaction to Vivien moving on with relationships in her life that don’t include him.

What ensues is hilarity and frustration as Kasper’s time is running out to convince Vivien to help him. Being a ghost is hard. But so is being a new teacher.


Marcy Blesy is the author of The Tucson Valley Retirement Community Cozy Mystery Series which has sold thousands of books in the hilarious whodunit series.

Book 2: Dribbling to Death (Taking His Shot) August 2024, Preorder Now! (Amazon)

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What if a stolen string of pearls unravels a web of deception, leading to a murder?

Nina Takeda’s sorority reunion takes a deadly turn when her prized pearls are stolen, and she becomes the main suspect in a murder investigation. Enter Serena Tate, the famous author with a knack for solving crimes, who enlists Nina’s quirky band of septuagenarian friends to help crack the case. Discovering each woman harbors a grudge against the victim, Serena navigates the twists and turns of this mystery, where the wrong place at the right time can lead to unexpected alliances and a killer revealed.

***This cozy mystery is a stand alone read *** (Amazon)

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England, 1941. Trainee reporter Edie York is doing her best to keep calm and carry on despite London’s Blitz dominating the news. But, at the theatre one night, she is thrust into a shocking mystery when the lead actor drops dead on stage…

The Victory Gang Parade theatre group are in town, entertaining the troops and the determinedly cheerful people of Manchester with their spectacular all-singing all-dancing show. But We’ll Meet Again becomes impossible for two cast members, when Leonard Lessiter dies suddenly mid-song, and leading lady Ginny Sutton goes missing the very same night.

Reluctantly encouraged by DCI Louis Brennan – up to his ears catching looters and ration cheats – to investigate, Edie interviews the cast and quickly uncovers jealousies, lies and back-stabbings galore. From former lovers to bitter rejects, old hands to up-and-coming ingénues, any one of them could be guilty. And the leading lady Ginny is still missing.

Then Edie gets caught in a bombing raid and finds her chief suspect stabbed with a stage dagger. As the body count climbs, will Edie and Louis find Ginny alive? Can they uncover the most theatrical killer they’ve ever encountered? Or will it be the final curtain call for the detecting duo…?

A compelling and addictive historical cozy mystery perfect for fans of Richard Osman and Agatha Christie. Totally unputdownable and utterly charming, this is the perfect book to snuggle up and race through an evening with.

Read what everyone’s saying about F.L. Everett:

‘So much fun with this read!… A wonderfully cheery, sparky heroine… This story just makes me want to curl up with chai tea and journey alongside Edie on her humorous yet ever-deeper case.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Cosy and murdery and a great read!’NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Bloody brilliant!… wonderful… so clever and witty… Loved it.’ Claire Swatman

‘I fell head over heels for Edie and couldn’t put this down. Completely charming and deserves to be a huge hit.’ Bestselling author Mhairi McFarlane

‘Once I started this, I just couldn’t stop… loved…reading this book felt like watching a deliciously nostalgic Sunday night drama… I thoroughly enjoyed every minute.’ Bestselling author Jill Mansell

‘An addictive, authentic page-turner: Edie York has the makings of a classic amateur detective in the great Golden Age tradition.’ Bestselling author Erin Kelly

‘Extremely entertaining and pacey WWII-set murder mystery.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Lively, suspenseful, vivid and the best evocation of WW2 Britain and a young woman making her way in journalism since Dear Mrs Bird, FL Everett’s debut detective novel is delicious fun.’ Amanda Craig

‘From the very first page I was completely immersed in Edie’s world… I loved all the characters instantly and can’t wait to read the next in the series.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A wonderful read, one that is highly entertaining with a light-hearted mystery. A read with a smile and more!’Goodreads reviewer

‘I absolutely adored… a real joy to read.’ Goodreads reviewer

‘Everything was flawless… Recommend to all!’Goodreads reviewer (Amazon)

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I Scream! You Scream!
He died eating ice cream!

Gregory Wendell, the Fun Foodie, is excited to make his first ever ice cream review on his world famous food vlog. The day is beautiful and it seems as though nothing could get in the way of this most momentous occasion.
However, that all changes when the last man to receive his ice cream before the ice cream stand closes is discovered murdered and hunched over a nearby picnic table with a knife sticking out of his back.
Now, Gregory Wendell must get to work on a far different type of social media engagement than he’d originally planned.

This is the third book in best selling mystery author Maisy Marple’s popular Fun Foodie Mystery Series. (Amazon)

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Murder casts a long shadow…

There’s a heatwave in Invergryff and it should be time to enjoy the midsummer madness. But amid the paddling pools and ice-cream vans everything is not as it seems. A crime committed three decades before suddenly come back into focus when a second murder occurs right under the noses of the Wronged Women’s Co-operative. With temperatures soaring, can the ladies catch a killer before their ankles swell beyond all recognition?

Follow Mary, Bernie and Liz on their newest adventure and discover if they can solve the crime before the killer strikes again. (Amazon)

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Welcome to Anderson Springs, Where Hijinks and Homicide go Hand in Hand

Lyndy Walsh, newly divorced and ready for a fresh start, relocates to the charming small town of Anderson Springs to open her dream craft shop, Stitch N’ Stuff. Her excitement is tempered by the discovery of a mysterious handkerchief and a whirlwind of small-town secrets. As Lyndy settles in, she quickly befriends her quirky neighbor Matilda and crosses paths with the handsome and enigmatic Sheriff Cody Remington.

When a series of suspicious events, including a vandalized shop and the death of a local man named Stan, intertwine with the decades-old mystery of woman’s untimely death, Lyndy finds herself in the middle of a web of intrigue. With a passion for solving puzzles, she dives into amateur sleuthing, uncovering clues about the contentious Anderson Springs Petit Point Society and its long-buried scandals.

With each revelation, Lyndy unravels the layers of jealousy, betrayal, and hidden motives that have plagued the town for years. She learns that one former society member, stole a design to win a prestigious contest, leading to deadly consequences. As Lyndy navigates these dangerous waters, she faces resistance from those who wish to keep the past buried.

Armed with determination, a sharp mind, and the support of new friends, Lyndy attempts to piece together the puzzle. But is she putting her own life at risk?

**”Peonies, Petit Point, and Death”** is the first book in an engaging new mystery series where crafts, community, and courage come together to uncover the truth. Join Lyndy as she transforms her life and the town of Anderson Springs, one stitch at a time. (Amazon)

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Step into a world of unexpected twists and turns in this captivating paranormal cozy mystery series.

Late October has arrived in Honeysuckle Springs, and the town’s festival at the Harvest Haven Pumpkin Farm is in full swing. Evie St. Claire is thrilled to join the festivities with her familiar, Kookie, and her best friend, Chloe. But beneath the cheery orange pumpkins and the laughter of children, a darker tension simmers.

When the farm’s owner is discovered dead with a braided cornstalk around his neck, the festival’s enchantment turns to dread. Rumors of his plans to sell the beloved farm have stirred deep unrest in the community, and Evie soon discovers the investigation threatens her future wedding plans.

Samhain draws closer, and the veil between worlds thins. Every clue and every suspect deepens the mystery, leaving Evie more desperate than ever. Can she uncover the truth behind the murder before more than just the farm’s legacy is lost?

Magic Cookies is the eleventh book in the light-hearted and humorous Cookie Corner Cozy Mystery series. If you like the thrill of solving a murder, enjoy a sweet romance, and adore picturesque small towns with endearing and quirky characters, you’ll love these stories.

Grab your copy today!

Note: Does not contain gore or adult-situations. (Amazon)

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New Releases For The Week Of June 16th, 2024–Part 2

Everyone’s known some kind of bad neighbor: the loud, the rude, the nosy, or the accusatory. Unfortunately, Myaisha’s neighbor in suburban Greensboro, a hard-drinking man named Jared, is pretty much all four, even going so far as calling Animal Control on her beloved dog Boomer — all while ignoring the destruction of her fence at the hands of his own kids.

Then, Jared is found mysteriously dead. While rattled, Myaisha is not overly shocked or upset, considering his habits and the trouble he gave her. However, there’s only so much protection her detective friend Todd can offer her as the investigation loosely circles her as a potential suspect. Considering everything she has to lose — a successful medical practice, her relationship with her college-aged son Josiah, her hunky fireman boyfriend AJ — Myaisha uses what sleuthing skills she’s developed as a hobbyist mystery writer to try and uncover the darker, sleazier layers of neighborhood life around her.

The third in Michelle Corbier’s cozy “Write Club Mystery” series, Murder Between Neighbors is an eminently readable, highly entertaining who-dun-it that perfectly balances rich, relatable characters with a tense plot that twists elegantly toward a startling climax. (Amazon)

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What happens when two serial killers begin to compete with each other?

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Meg Gardiner comes a new high-octane thriller in the acclaimed UNSUB series.

FBI Special Agent Caitlin Hendrix faces a case from nightmares.

In a Tennessee prison, Efrem Judah Goode draws haunting portraits of women he claims he has killed. Around the country, desperate families of the missing seek answers in his eerie drawings. And on darkened back roads and New York City streets, a new killer poses duct-taped bodies at the sites of Goode’s murders.

Two serial killers are locked in a twisted rivalry. To stop the brutal slayings, FBI profiler Caitlin Hendrix must unravel the connection between Goode and the Broken Heart Killer. Their warped competition destroys anyone in their path. Caught between a manipulative psychopath and a ruthless UNSUB, Caitlin has to dive into not one, but two dark and twisted minds. She will risk everything, plunging into the depths of their depraved clash to hunt down an unstoppable killer. (Amazon)

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Lady Kiera Darby and her dashing husband, Sebastian Gage, hope they’ve finally found peace after a tumultuous summer, but long-buried family secrets soon threaten to unravel their lives . . .October 1832. Kiera is enjoying the slower pace of the English countryside. She, Sebastian, and their infant daughter have accompanied her father-in-law, Lord Gage, home so that he can recuperate from the injuries he sustained in a foiled attempt on his life. But as the chill of autumn sweeps across the land, they receive a summons from an unexpected quarter. Lord Gage’s estranged uncle—a member of the notorious Roscarrock family—has been murdered, and his family is desperate for answers. Despite Lord Gage’s protests, Kiera and Sebastian press on to Cornwall to assist.It isn’t long before they discover that almost nothing is as it seems among the Roscarrocks, and they’ve been lured to their isolated cove under false pretenses. There are whispers of a lost treasure and frightening allusions to a series of murders stretching back decades that touch the lives of the family personally. Kiera and Sebastian are left with no choice but to uncover the truth before the secrets of the past threaten to destroy them all.  (Amazon)

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Award-winning author Wanda Morris returns with a powerful, haunting thriller following a lawyer who after the mysterious disappearance of a local landowner and the death of his sister just months before, uncovers a conspiracy that dates back to Reconstruction and persists in half the United States today.

Deena Wood’s life has fallen apart in the aftermath of losing her beloved mother, her marriage, and her prestigious job at an Atlanta law firm. She needs what the Geechee people of coastal Georgia call a “dayclean,” a fresh start.

She returns to her childhood home in Brunswick, Georgia, to heal. But her return is anything but the respite she thought it might be. To make peace with all her loss, she often drives through the city. One day, she unwittingly finds herself on the oceanfront property of a loner widower who is fighting to keep land that has been in his family since the end of the Civil War. He threatens her and warns her to never return. But shortly after, he disappears, and his very expensive property is quickly put up for sale. Curious about what has happened to the man, Deena digs into his disappearance and finds a family legacy at risk. What starts out as a bit of curious snooping, turns into a deadly game of illegal land grabs and property redevelopment in poor and rural communities with dark and powerful forces at work.

Without realizing it, Deena finds herself caught up in a nightmarish scheme that threatens her community and her family. She’ll need help and finds it in a close but unlikely source because she knows she must do whatever it takes to stop the sinister forces at play before she becomes their next target. (Amazon)

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The clock is ticking as Rachel Jacobi-Prince races to catch a killer when a luxury holiday turns deadly…

Embark on a thrilling voyage with Rachel and Carlos in “Toxic Cruise Cocktail,” a cozy mystery that will keep you captivated until the very end.

Rachel and her husband, Carlos set sail on the luxurious Coral Queen to celebrate her parents’ Pearl wedding anniversary. They are hoping for a relaxing getaway filled with family bonding and tropical adventures. But their dream holiday takes a sinister turn when a passenger from her father’s past, dies under mysterious circumstances at the welcome aboard cocktail party.

As Rachel works to solve the suspicious death, she finds herself drawn into a web of secrets and lies. Driven by her passion for justice, she is certain there is more to the man’s untimely death than a practical joke gone wrong.

With each new revelation, the danger escalates, threatening to ensnare Rachel and those she holds dear. Alongside her husband Carlos, whose own investigation into a missing person becomes increasingly perilous, Rachel must navigate a sea of suspects and lies to unravel the truth before the killer strikes again.

“Toxic Cruise Cocktail” is a classic cozy whodunnit filled with clever twists, colourful characters, and exotic locations. Author Dawn Brookes masterfully blends intrigue, humour, and the complexities of family dynamics in this engaging whodunnit.

Fans of Agatha Christie, Death in Paradise and Murder, She Wrote will delight in this engaging page-turner set in the captivating world of cruise ship intrigue. (Amazon)

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On the charming, historic isle of Magnolia Bay, Autumn Ray runs her bed-and-breakfast and enjoys a different pace of life. But whether she likes it or not, Autumn will have to step into the role of sleuth to defend not only her name, but her home.

Summer brings more than just tourists to Magnolia Bay; it ushers in a chilling mystery when poison taints the sugar-sand shores. Autumn Ray must trade her tranquil routine for detective work when she’s thrust into unraveling the murder of a beloved local confectioner. Will her sleuthing skills prove sweet enough to catch a killer? Or will she face the bitter aftermath of a community torn apart by suspicion?

MAGNOLIA BAY MYSTERY: THE TAINTED TAFFY is the first book in an exciting new cozy mystery series by Fiona Grace, #1 bestselling author of Murder in the Manor, which has over 10,000 five star reviews!

The Magnolia Bay Mystery series offers an engaging and delightful cozy mystery experience, whisking you away to an idyllic scenery brimming with wit, romantic moments, and unexpected plot developments. Prepare to become enamored with a captivating new heroine who’s sure to become a favorite.

Future books in the series will soon be available!

“Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!”
–Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor)
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“The story line wasn’t just a who done it, but had a story about her life and romance, including village life. Very entertaining.”
–Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor)
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“It has endearing and sometimes quirky characters, a plot that keeps you reading and the right amount of romance. I can’t wait to start book two!”
–Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor)
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“What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friend ships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.”
–Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor)
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“This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!”
–Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever)
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“A bit of romance and a very determined woman! I have read many of Fiona Grace’s novels and loved every one of them—this was no exception. I am looking forward to reading the rest of this new series!”
–Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, With You)
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Aunt Anne’s house parties are to die for. Sometimes, literally.

When heiress Meredith Thatch accepted an invitation to a house party on her aunt’s country estate, she expected an exciting weekend for herself and partner Alec.
The worst storm in decades wasn’t in the cards, though. Neither was murder. Then a guest winds up dead in suspicious circumstances – and the only road in the area washes out.
Trapped in the manor, with every guest a possible suspect – and everyone harboring secrets – Meredith and Alec race to find the murderer.

Before their own secret comes out – or the killer strikes again. (Amazon)

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New Releases For The Week Of June 16, 2024–Part 1

After a life-changing injury, Mel O’Rourke trades in her badge for bed sheets, running a B & B in the quirky mountain town of Pine Cove. Her peaceful life is interrupted when an old frenemy, the notorious and charismatic cat burglar, Poppy Phillips, shows up on her doorstep, claiming she’s been framed for murder. While she’s broken plenty of laws, Mel knows she’d never kill anyone. Good thing she’s a better detective than she is a cook as she sets out to prove Poppy’s innocence.

The situation gets complicated, however, when the ruggedly handsome Deputy Sheriff Gregg Marks flirts with Mel, bringing him dangerously close to the criminal she’s hiding. And just when her friendship with café owner Jackson Thibodeaux blossoms into something more, he’s offered the opportunity of a lifetime in New Orleans. Should she encourage him to go, or ask him to stay? Who knew romance could be just as hard to solve as murder? (Amazon)

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In USA Today bestselling author Connie Berry’s fifth Kate Hamilton mystery, American antiques dealer Kate Hamilton follows bloodstained clues to discover the truth about the murder of a modern-day Victorian gentleman.

As Kate Hamilton and her new husband, DI Tom Mallory, honeymoon in Devon, a local history museum asks them to trace the provenance of a bloodstained dress said to belong to a Victorian lacemaker accused of murder. If genuine, the dress and its puzzling connections to a nineteenth-century Romani family who camped on Dartmoor will be the centerpiece of a new historic crimes exhibit—exactly Kate’s kind of mystery. But matters turn deadly when a shot is fired during a fundraising gala, injuring the man who donated the dress.

The injured donor, Gideon Littlejohn, is a cybersecurity expert who lives and dresses as a Victorian gentleman, but everyone believes the real target of the attack to be another attendee—a controversial politician intent on rooting out local corruption. This belief is overturned when Gideon is found dead in a pool of blood. But then the politician receives a death threat.

Who was the real target? Who would want to kill both a man with an obsession for history and a tough-on-crime politician? When asked to assist in the investigation, Kate races to discover the truth, as it becomes clear the killer isn’t going to come quietly. (Amazon)

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‘A fast read, and I enjoyed the unexpected twists and turns. I highly recommend this book and the series to mystery lovers.’ Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Maple Grange is the perfect place to retire for the residents of Merrywell. But when a murder investigation unfolds on its grounds, Violet Brewster must dust off her sleuthing skills once again!

Violet Brewster has just finished a project at local retirement village Maple Grange, when she learns that one of the residents, Phyllis Gibson, has passed away suddenly.

Violet is surprised that Phyllis left her a beautiful jewellery box in her will. When she goes to collect it, Maureen Bond, Phyllis’s best friend, tells Violet that Phyllis had become paranoid during her last days, and was convinced that someone was trying to kill her.

When Maureen is pushed off her balcony, it becomes clear that something ominous is happening at Maple Grange. Violet is certain that the clues lie within the jewellery box. As the dangerous occurrences continue, can Violet unlock its contents and uncover the killer, before someone else gets hurt?

Don’t miss the third book in the Violet Brewster Mystery series, perfect for fans of Clare Chase and Fiona Leitch!

Praise for Jane Bettany:

‘An enjoyable cozy, with plenty of twists and turns, and a fun glimpse into village life.’ Clare Chase

‘Jane Bettany delivers a cozy with a dash of sass – thoroughly enjoyable and utterly irresistible.’ Peter Boland

‘A murder mystery with a blossoming romance… what more could one ask for? Delicious!’ Katie Gayle

‘Murder at the Book Festival is a delightful cozy mystery… I can’t wait to follow Violet and her friends in their next adventure!’ Reader reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Another enjoyable and entertaining mystery in a well imagined and delightful setting, a credible and deftly drawn cast and a solid mystery at its very heart.’ Reader reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Amazon)

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An addictively cozy and gripping murder mystery introducing a brand-new amateur sleuth and lovable heroine to the crime scene…

Welcome to The Secret Bookcase, a quirky bookstore in a grand, converted manor house, where the selection of crime fiction is dangerously good. The store has been bookseller and events manager Annie Murray’s sanctuary ever since her dreams of starting a detective agency with her best friend died, literally, when Scarlet was murdered.

Annie has never stopped trying to solve the mystery of her friend’s death, but her quiet life in leafy Redwood Grove, with its warm community of likeminded local business-owners and book-lovers, has provided the solace she needed. Until now.

When a body is discovered in the bookstore during the town’s inaugural Mystery Fest, Anne finds herself catapulted to the centre of a real-life whodunit. Dusting off her criminology degree, Annie is determined to put her sleuthing skills to good use and catch the killer – before it’s too late.

Full of lovable, quirky characters and small-town charm, The Body in the Bookstore serves up an irresistible blend of intrigue for fans of cozy crime, including Lauren Elliott, Merryn Allingham and M.C. Beaton.

Readers absolutely love The Body in the Bookstore:

“Knocked me out of my seat!!! Loved this first book and I am eagerly waiting the next… Five stars hands down.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Kept me glued to the page as I raced to find out whodunit. A winner!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“This book was AMAZING! A great start to a new series… I can’t wait to read more!” Reader review,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Absolutely loved this!!! I was on the edge of my seat the entire time and had no idea whodunit until it was revealed… I love a good twist!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Unputdownable cozy mystery!! This was such a fun read, I could not get enough. It felt like a classic Hercule Poirot or Benoit Blanc mystery. Perfection!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Ellie Alexander has done it AGAIN!! As cozy mysteries go this is one of the coziest… So good I devoured it in one sitting.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“What a magnificent read! A perfect cozy mystery.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“ELLIE ALEXANDER HAS A NEW SERIES!!!!! I immediately wanted to hop on a flight to Redwood Grove to take part in the festival and meet Annie, her friends, co-workers, and townspeople. The characters and the setting seemed so real. I’m looking forward to book two…” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“A page-turner. Ellie Alexander has once again proven herself as the queen of cozy mysteries.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I have loved every series Ellie has written so far and this one did not disappoint! I truly was hooked and I stayed up way too late because I just needed to finish the book.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I simply loved everything about The Body in the Bookstore. With enough mystery references to make my mystery-loving heart soar, the story runs at a fast pace and leaves readers absolutely enthralled.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I’m SO happy, this was brilliant! Wonderful and exactly what I want in a cozy.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“This cozy mystery is a mystery book-lover’s dream… Should be on every cozy mystery-lover’s list.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I love cozy mysteries, and I enjoyed this one so much! I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough to find out whodunit.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Dang, I did not see that ending coming… I couldn’t put the book down, I enjoyed it so much! I had so much fun reading this book. I recommend!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Amazon)

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From author B.A. Timmer comes a honey of a murder mystery!

As the wedding planner at the Aloha Lagoon resort in Hawaii, Kristy Piper has seen some strange parties…but bride Claire Jackson’s wedding party may be the oddest yet! Between a man-hungry bridesmaid, an overbearing mother of the groom, and a feisty tween guest, Kristy has her hands full! But when Claire’s former fiancé is found dead—murdered by a luau serving fork!—things go from strange to downright dangerous. To make matters worse, Claire is discovered next to the dead body, sobbing uncontrollably. Is it shock…or guilt?

The local homicide detective is sure Claire is to blame for the death. Luckily he works on “island time,” which gives Kristy the opportunity to prove her latest bride-to-be is innocent. With the help of her longtime office manager, her best friend Leilani, and her dreamy new boyfriend, photographer Jake Hunter, Kristy takes it upon herself to wade through an entire wedding party full of suspects. Together, they’ll solve the murder and save the wedding…or die trying!


What critics are saying:

” Hula Homicide Earns 5/5 Wedding Woes…Wonderful!”
~ Kings River Life Magazine

“You are going to want to visit Aloha Lagoon Resort as much as possible, and you will not want to leave!”
~ Cozy Mystery Book Reviews

About Aloha Lagoon:
There’s trouble in paradise…
Welcome to Aloha Lagoon, one of Hawaii’s hidden treasures. A little bit of tropical paradise nestled along the coast of Kauai, this resort town boasts luxurious accommodation, friendly island atmosphere…and only a slightly higher than normal murder rate. While mysterious circumstances may be the norm on our corner of the island, we’re certain that our staff and Lagoon natives will make your stay in Aloha Lagoon one you will never forget! (Amazon)

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Sometimes it’s about doing the right thing. Sometimes it’s about getting even. Sometimes it’s about taking what you think you deserve. And sometimes, it’s your last, best, chance. Edited by Judy Penz Sheluk and featuring stories by Christina Boufis, John Bukowski, Brenda Chapman, Susan Daly, Wil A. Emerson, Tracy Falenwolfe, Kate Fellowes, Molly Wills Fraser, Gina X. Grant, Karen Grose, Wendy Harrison, Julie Hastrup, Larry M. Keeton, Charlie Kondek, Edward Lodi, Bethany Maines, Gregory Meece, Cate Moyle, Judy Penz Sheluk, KM Rockwood, Kevin R. Tipple, and Robert Weibezahl. (Amazon)

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When someone is found dead, Clementine Honeycutt dives into a new mystery with a splash–along with her puppy, Splash! (Amazon)

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Liverton Ladies’ Academy teaches Britain’s finest young women etiquette, deportment and … murder?

England, 1922. At a sprawling Devonshire estate, surrounded by wealthy girls targeting excellent marriages, Lady Felicity Quick has abandoned her exciting, hard-won career in journalism to teach letter-writing and table manners at an exclusive finishing school…

Except nothing is as it seems.

Answering an irresistible plea for help, Felicity is undercover, hunting a Great War spy who betrayed the British and cost countless lives. Between lessons in dance, French, and flower arranging, Felicity edges closer to unmasking her foe, but then chaos erupts: a body is found. Are more sinister schemes afoot than first thought?

With the students’ futures under threat and a promise made to loved ones to fulfil, Felicity is determined to uncover the truth — even if dodging deadly perils was never part of her lesson plan.

Delve into the secrets of Liverton Ladies’ Academy in this gripping 1920s English mystery!

Full of twists, humour, and unique characters, Murder at a Boarding School is perfect for readers who love the bold lady sleuths of Verity Bright and Magda Alexander and the cosy British settings of Helena Dixon and classic Agatha Christie.

Get your copy today! (Amazon)

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As Misty Meadows bursts into bloom this spring, a deadly murder plot also takes root.

Lily Roberts is in for a whirlwind this spring. She’s busy juggling wedding cake designs, planting begonias, and corralling her spirited dachshunds, Casey and Copper. Her schedule is so packed, she can’t even squeeze in setting up a booth at the upcoming garden festival.

However, when a local flower art designer turns up dead and the sheriff is put out of commission due to an accident, she might just have to become a sleuth as well. The catch is that unless Casey and Copper start digging up clues, Lily’s at a dead end.

To top it all off, Lily’s the one who’s verifying the main suspect’s alibi!

With a slew of missing pieces to the puzzle, pressure is mounting for Lily. A grieving family is begging for answers, and danger lurks around every corner, casting a shadow over the once-peaceful town. With the entire community on the brink of panic, it’s up to Lily and her dogs to crack the case.

Can Lily juggle her responsibilities and still uncover the truth before another tragedy strikes? Or will she become the next target in this deadly game?

For cozy mystery fans who love tricky mysteries and a tail-wagging good time, this is the perfect series!

***Doggie and human-friendly recipes are included! (Amazon)

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