Best Selling Cozy Mystery Books

Today's best-selling cozy mystery ebooks and novles on Apple Books and also available for Amazon Kindle. These heartwarming and suspenseful novels are perfect for fans of light-hearted crime stories. Cozy mysteries continue to be a favorite for readers. Whether you're enjoying the latest release or a timeless classic, these best sellers offer a perfect mix of mystery, charm, and cozy intrigue.

The cozy mystery genre is known for its lighthearted and often charming approach to crime-solving. These stories typically feature amateur detectives, often in small, close-knit communities, where the mystery revolves around a crime, usually a murder, but with minimal violence and no graphic content. The emphasis is on solving the puzzle, building relationships, and creating an enjoyable reading experience. Cozy mysteries often feature quirky characters, humorous situations, and a cozy, comforting atmosphere, making them popular among readers who enjoy a more relaxed but still suspenseful mystery.

The current #1 best selling cozy mystery on Apple Books today is The Impossible Fortune by Richard Osman.

The book chart of the most popular cozy mystery novels was last updated on October 9, 2025.

Apple Books Chart: Cozy Mystery Novels 2025

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The Impossible Fortune

The Impossible Fortune A Thursday Murder Club Mystery by Richard Osman

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • The unmissable new mystery in the Thursday Murder Club series from bestselling author Richard Osman, now streaming on Netflix Who's got time to think about murder when there's a wedding to plan? It’s been a quiet year for the Thursday Murder Club. Joyce is busy with table plans and first dances. Elizabeth is grieving. Ron is dealing with family troubles, and Ibrahim is still providing therapy to his favorite criminal. But when Elizabeth meets Nick, a wedding guest asking for her help, she finds the thrill of the chase is ignited once again. And when Nick disappears without a trace, his cagey business partner becomes the gang’s next stop. It seems the duo have something valuable—something worth killing for. Joyce’s daughter, Joanna, jumps into the fray to help the gang as they seek answers: Has someone kidnapped Nick? And what’s this uncrackable code they keep hearing about? Plunged back into action once more, can the four friends solve the puzzle and a murder in time?

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A Christmas Murder in Merrywell

A Christmas Murder in Merrywell by Jane Bettany

'Mistletoe and murder, friends, family and deceit — this has it all' Faith Martin A cosy, festive murder mystery to curl up with in front of the fire, for fans of Clare Chase and Katie Gayle. In the charming village of Merrywell, an exciting new Christmas Market is bringing festive cheer and bustling crowds. But as the stallholders celebrate in the village bookshop at the end of a successful first day, someone rushes in to announce that a body has been found. Once again in the wrong place at the wrong time, Violet Brewster is on hand to offer the police her astute – if perhaps unwelcome – opinion on the crime. While the police dismiss the death as an accident, Violet senses that there’s more to this tragedy than meets the eye. Determined to uncover the truth, she must navigate a maze of secrets and lies before the killer strikes again. As the festive season unfolds, can Violet solve the mystery before it’s too late? Readers love A Christmas Murder in Merrywell!: 'Full of twists and turns … gripping and unputdownable' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A story that feels both comforting and compelling – perfect for curling up with on a frosty evening' ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Another excellent adventure in this great series' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reviews Praise for Jane Bettany: 'Mistletoe and murder, friends, family and deceit — this has it all' Faith Martin 'An entertaining and engaging cozy mystery set against a beautiful backdrop.’ Clare Chase 'If it’s cosy crime you’re after, this has all the essential ingredients’ Daily Mail ‘Jane Bettany delivers cosy 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 ‘Completely compelling from the get-go, I didn’t want to put it down! Brilliant cosy mystery at its most charming best.’ Jonathan Whitelaw ‘A perfect cosy mystery with an engaging cast of characters and a beautifully drawn setting’ Roz Watkins 'If you love cozy crime/mystery books then you will not be disappointed… A book to put to the top of your ‘must read now’ pile!’ C.L. Peache 'A cosy mystery to keep you guessing' My Weekly About the author JANE BETTANY is a writer of short stories and non-fiction books and articles. Her work has been published in women's magazines in the UK (such as My Weekly, People's Friend, Yours and Woman's Weekly), as well as in literary magazines and newspapers. She has an MA in Creative Writing and has been a teacher of creative writing since 2007. As well as writing and teaching, she also runs a publishing and communications company and loves helping people to share their stories and find their writing voice.

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The Thursday Murder Club

The Thursday Murder Club A Novel by Richard Osman

Now a Netflix Film The first installment in the beloved and New York Times bestselling series from Richard Osman, also author of We Solve Murders Four septuagenarians with a few tricks up their sleeves A female cop with her first big case A brutal murder Welcome to... THE THURSDAY MURDER CLUB In a peaceful retirement village, four unlikely friends meet weekly in the Jigsaw Room to discuss unsolved crimes; together they call themselves the Thursday Murder Club. When a local developer is found dead with a mysterious photograph left next to the body, the Thursday Murder Club suddenly find themselves in the middle of their first live case. As the bodies begin to pile up, can our unorthodox but brilliant gang catch the killer, before it's too late? “Witty, endearing and greatly entertaining.” —Wall Street Journal

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Murder during the Antique Auction

Murder during the Antique Auction by Denise Jaden

Readers are giving this cozy series five stars! ★★★★★ Read this sixth standalone mystery in the Mallory Beck series now! Some people will kill for the perfect antique. The question is… who did? When Mallory and Amber try their hand at catering their first event—an antique auction held on New Year's Eve—they have high hopes for helping the locals ring in the new year with a little culinary decadence. But when a highly anticipated collector fails to show up and bid on a piece he'd been prattling on about for most of a year, the antique dealer is sure something is wrong. Has the collector gone missing? Or was someone willing to kill him to get their hands on a prized antique clock? Find out when you snuggle up with this new whodunit!

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The Man Who Died Twice

The Man Who Died Twice A Thursday Murder Club Mystery by Richard Osman

The second installment in the beloved and New York Times bestselling series from Richard Osman, now streaming on Netflix “It’s taken a mere two books for Richard Osman to vault into the upper leagues of crime writers . . . The Man Who Died Twice . . . dives right into joyous fun." —The New York Times Book Review Elizabeth, Joyce, Ron and Ibrahim—the Thursday Murder Club—are still riding high off their recent real-life murder case and are looking forward to a bit of peace and quiet at Cooper’s Chase, their posh retirement village. But they are out of luck. An unexpected visitor—an old pal of Elizabeth’s (or perhaps more than just a pal?)—arrives, desperate for her help. He has been accused of stealing diamonds worth millions from the wrong men and he’s seriously on the lam. Then, as night follows day, the first body is found. But not the last. Elizabeth, Joyce, Ron and Ibrahim are up against a ruthless murderer who wouldn’t bat an eyelid at knocking off four septuagenarians. Can our four friends catch the killer before the killer catches them? And if they find the diamonds, too? Well, wouldn’t that be a bonus? You should never put anything beyond the Thursday Murder Club. Richard Osman is back with everyone’s favorite mystery-solving quartet, and the second installment of the Thursday Murder Club series is just as clever and warm as the first—an unputdownable, laugh-out-loud pleasure of a read.

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The Bullet That Missed

The Bullet That Missed A Thursday Murder Club Mystery by Richard Osman

The third installment in the beloved and New York Times bestselling series from Richard Osman, now streaming on Netflix “The quartet of aging amateur sleuths…remain wonderful company.” — The New York Times Book Review It is an ordinary Thursday, and things should finally be returning to normal. Except trouble is never far away where the Thursday Murder Club are concerned. A decade-old cold case—their favorite kind--leads them to a local news legend and a murder with no body and no answers. Then a new foe pays Elizabeth a visit. Her mission? Kill or be killed. Suddenly the cold case has become red hot. While Elizabeth wrestles with her conscience (and a gun), Joyce, Ron, and Ibrahim chase down the clues with help from old friends and new. But can the gang solve the mystery and save Elizabeth before the murderer strikes again? From an upmarket spa to a prison cell complete with espresso machine to a luxury penthouse high in the sky, this third adventure of the Thursday Murder Club is full of the cleverness, intrigue, and irresistible charm that readers have come to expect from Richard Osman’s bestselling series. “ The Bullet That Missed hits on every front. ” —the Wall Street Journal

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Book 'Em, Eddie

Book 'Em, Eddie by Laurie Cass

When cat-astrophe strikes, Minnie and her trusty rescue cat, Eddie, will have to read between the lines to solve a murder in the newest Bookmobile Cat Mysteries. The Chilson library bookmobile has a new stop on its route: Honey Hollow Adult Foster Care. When Minnie learns that Honey Hollow is just down the road from an enclave of gorgeous Victorian homes, she decides she has to take a look, especially after she learns about identical houses that stood side by side, and were owned by twin siblings. But when Minnie and Eddie and the bookmobile take their scenic detour, Eddie uncharacteristically escapes from the bookmobile - and finds a woman in the woods, horribly wounded with an arrow. Though Minnie desperately calls 9-1-1, all too soon she realizes she was too late. The police seem ready to call the death a hunting accident, but Minnie can’t shake the feeling that foul play was involved, particularly given the woman’s final whispered words. With evidence lacking, Minnie and Eddie will have to claw their way through a thicket of suspects to find the truth.

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The Guest List

The Guest List A Novel by Lucy Foley

Don't miss Lucy Foley's new book, The Midnight Feast, coming June 18th! A REESE'S BOOK CLUB PICK THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ONE OF THE NEW YORK TIMES BEST THRILLERS OF THE YEAR “I loved this book. It gave me the same waves of happiness I get from curling up with a classic Christie...The alternating points of view keep you guessing, and guessing wrong.” — Alex Michaelides, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Silent Patient "Evok[es] the great Agatha Christie classics…Pay close attention to seemingly throwaway details about the characters’ pasts. They are all clues.” -- New York Times Book Review A wedding celebration turns dark and deadly in this deliciously wicked and atmospheric thriller reminiscent of Agatha Christie from the New York Times bestselling author of The Hunting Party. The bride – The plus one – The best man – The wedding planner  – The bridesmaid – The body On an island off the coast of Ireland, guests gather to celebrate two people joining their lives together as one. The groom: handsome and charming, a rising television star. The bride: smart and ambitious, a magazine publisher. It’s a wedding for a magazine, or for a celebrity: the designer dress, the remote location, the luxe party favors, the boutique whiskey. The cell phone service may be spotty and the waves may be rough, but every detail has been expertly planned and will be expertly executed. But perfection is for plans, and people are all too human. As the champagne is popped and the festivities begin, resentments and petty jealousies begin to mingle with the reminiscences and well wishes. The groomsmen begin the drinking game from their school days. The bridesmaid not-so-accidentally ruins her dress. The bride’s oldest (male) friend gives an uncomfortably caring toast. And then someone turns up dead. Who didn’t wish the happy couple well? And perhaps more important, why?

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Poison Pen

Poison Pen by Jennifer Willis

When a celebrated author comes to town, murder isn't far behind. It's summertime at the Oregon Coast, and reluctant medium Suri Mudge finally has the calm and steady life she's dreamed of. Her teahouse/bookshop is profitable, and her relationship with a handsome firefighter is better than ever. She's making peace with her chronic pain and even the ghosts are behaving themselves. But nothing goes smoothly for Suri for long. Popular author Corrie Cask causes a stir when she comes to Grady to finish her latest book. A quiet nook inside Suri's bookshop seems made for a writer in residence, but not all of the author's eager fans are benign. Before Suri knows it, her place of business is a crime scene. Again. But this is no ordinary murder. Something sinister has arrived in the little coastal town. In the midst of a fraught mayoral election and a chaotic surfing competition, can Suri unmask the killer before they strike again? Poison Pen is the fifth book in the Haunted Coast paranormal cozy mystery series, set in the same universe as the Rune Witch urban fantasy books.

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The Maid: A GMA Book Club Pick

The Maid: A GMA Book Club Pick A Novel by Nita Prose

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • GOOD MORNING AMERICA BOOK CLUB PICK • “A heartwarming mystery with a lovable oddball at its center” ( Real Simple ), this cozy whodunit introduces a one-of-a-kind heroine who will steal your heart.   FINALIST FOR THE EDGAR® AWARD • “The reader comes to understand Molly’s worldview, and to sympathize with her longing to be accepted—a quest that gives The Maid real emotional heft.”— The New York Times Book Review (Editors’ Choice)   “Think Clue . Think page-turner.”— Glamour ONE OF THE TEN BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: Reader’s Digest WINNER: The Anthony Award, The Fingerprint Award, The Barry Award In development as a major motion picture Molly Gray is not like everyone else. She struggles with social skills and misreads the intentions of others. Her gran used to interpret the world for her, codifying it into simple rules that Molly could live by. Since Gran died a few months ago, twenty-five-year-old Molly has been navigating life’s complexities all by herself. No matter—she throws herself with gusto into her work as a hotel maid. Her unique character, along with her obsessive love of cleaning and proper etiquette, make her an ideal fit for the job. She delights in donning her crisp uniform each morning, stocking her cart with miniature soaps and bottles, and returning guest rooms at the Regency Grand Hotel to a state of perfection. But Molly’s orderly life is upended the day she enters the suite of the infamous and wealthy Charles Black, only to find it in a state of disarray and Mr. Black himself dead in his bed. Before she knows what’s happening, Molly’s unusual demeanor has the police targeting her as their lead suspect. She quickly finds herself caught in a web of deception, one she has no idea how to untangle. Fortunately for Molly, friends she never knew she had unite with her in a search for clues to what really happened to Mr. Black—but will they be able to find the real killer before it’s too late? A Clue -like, locked-room mystery and a heartwarming journey of the spirit, The Maid explores what it means to be the same as everyone else and yet entirely different—and reveals that all mysteries can be solved through connection to the human heart. ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The Washington Post, The Guardian, Glamour, Elle, PopSugar, Newsweek, Mental Floss, She Reads, Kirkus Reviews

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A Terribly Nasty Business

A Terribly Nasty Business A Beatrice Steele Novel by Julia Seales

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • London provides fabulously deadly opportunities for a fledgling inspector in the twisty follow-up to Julia Seales’s bestselling debut, A Most Agreeable Murder, hailed by People as a “delightful cocktail . . . of wit, hilarity, and suspense!” After achieving her lifelong dream of solving a murder, bringing a killer to justice, and proving she is not, in fact, a morbid creep, Beatrice Steele feels like everything is finally falling into place. She’s traded her etiquette-obsessed community of Swampshire for the big city of London, accompanied by her ever-trusty chaperone, Miss Bolton. They’ve settled in a lovely neighborhood, Sweetbriar, known for its proximity to the Sweet Majestic theater, picturesque pleasure gardens, and an unfortunate infestation of flying squirrels. But Beatrice’s favorite part is that Sweetbriar is also home to DS Investigations, the new office she opened with the prickly, annoyingly logical Inspector Drake to solve the city’s brutally thrilling crimes. However, nothing is turning out how Beatrice imagined it would. Sir Huxley, famed gentleman inspector and Beatrice’s former crush, is still considered the real investigator in London, so the only cases left for Beatrice and Drake are lost pets and spectacles. Not that Beatrice has much time for crime-solving anyway, as her mother still expects her to find an eligible (rich) husband to protect their family from destitution. Beatrice is struggling to balance all the demands on her and begins to wonder if she can become a true detective in a city that feels full of false promises. That is until a string of murders thrusts Beatrice and Drake into the center of a scandal that pits the neighborhood’s wealthiest against the arts community, spreading fear and chaos throughout the city. As they follow the trail through bewildering ballrooms, secretive shops, and odd operas, Beatrice must survive threats to her partnership, her business, and her place in society to break the case—before it’s too late.

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To Tell You the Truth

To Tell You the Truth A Novel by Gilly MacMillan

Named a New York Times Best Thriller of the Year and Best Book to Gift!  "An unsettling and atmospheric thriller that’s almost impossible to put down . . . Will keep you guessing right up until its satisfying but unexpected conclusion." — Buzzfeed "Riveting." — The New York Times Book Review The acclaimed author of The Nanny and What She Knew—hailed by stalwarts including Ruth Ware, Liane Moriarty, Tess Gerritsen, and Shari Lapena—returns with another serpentine thriller that cleverly blends atmosphere, tarnished memories, mystery, and twisty secrets from the past into a potent, intense read that will leave you questioning everything you believe. To tell you the truth . . . everybody lies. Lucy Harper’s talent for writing bestselling novels has given her fame, fortune and millions of fans.  It’s also given her Dan, her needy, jealous husband whose own writing career has gone precisely nowhere. Now Dan has vanished. But this isn’t the first time that someone has disappeared from Lucy’s life. Three decades ago, her little brother Teddy also went missing and was never found. Lucy, the only witness, helplessly spun fantasy after fantasy about Teddy’s disappearance, to the detectives’ fury and her parents’ despair. That was the start of her ability to tell a story—a talent she has profited from greatly.  But now Lucy’s a grown woman who can’t hide behind fiction any longer. The world is watching, and her whole life is under intense scrutiny. A life full of stories, some more believable than others. Could she have hurt Teddy?  Did she kill Dan?  Finally, now, Lucy Harper’s going to tell the truth. Cross her heart. And hope to die. "Spellbinding . . . Bold, suspenseful, and impossible to put down. This one will stay with me for a long time." — Samantha Downing, #1 internationally bestselling author of My Lovely Wife

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The Last Devil to Die

The Last Devil to Die A Thursday Murder Club Mystery by Richard Osman

The fourth installment in the beloved and New York Times bestselling series from Richard Osman, now streaming on Netflix “The best Murder Club book yet. . . A poignant complement to both the fair-play mystery plot and the characters’ lively humor.” —The New York Times Book Review It's rarely a quiet day for the Thursday Murder Club. Shocking news reaches them—an old friend has been killed, and a dangerous package he was protecting has gone missing. The gang's search leads them into the antiques business, where the tricks of the trade are as old as the objects themselves. As they encounter drug dealers, art forgers, and online fraudsters—as well as heartache close to home—Elizabeth, Joyce, Ron, and Ibrahim have no idea whom to trust. With the body count rising, the clock ticking down, and trouble firmly on their tail, has their luck finally run out? And who will be the last devil to die?

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We Solve Murders

We Solve Murders A Novel by Richard Osman

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! “Madcap fun, with an entertaining new cast of characters and Osman’s trademark wit. Delightful!” — Shari Lapena From the #1 bestselling author of The Thursday Murder Club Series A brand new mystery. An iconic new detective duo. And a thrilling new murder to solve . . . Steve Wheeler is enjoying retired life. He still does the odd bit of investigation work, but he prefers his familiar routines: the pub quiz, his favorite bench, his cat waiting for him at home. His days of adventure are over. Adrenaline is daughter-in-law Amy’s job now. Amy Wheeler thinks adrenaline is good for the soul. Working in private security, every day is dangerous. She’s currently on a remote island protecting mega-bestselling author Rosie D’Antonio, until a dead body and a bag of money mean trouble in paradise. So she sends an SOS to the only person she trusts . . . As a thrilling race around the world begins, can Amy and Steve outrun and outsmart a killer? Solving murders. It’s a family business.

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Murder at the Taffy Shop

Murder at the Taffy Shop by Maddie Day

Cape Cod bicycle shop owner Mackenzie “Mac” Almeida and her mystery book club find a certain accusation of murder quite the stretch . . .   When your mother is an astrologist and your dad is a minister, you learn to keep an open mind. Which is just what Mac loves to do—exercise her mind by puzzling out fictional clues in the mystery novels she reads and discusses with her Cozy Capers Book Group.   But now Mac’s friend Gin has found herself in a sticky situation. After wealthy genealogist Beverly Ruchart is found dead outside Gin’s taffy shop, the candy maker becomes a person of interest. When it’s revealed that Beverly was poisoned the night Gin brought a box of taffy to a dinner party at Beverly’s house, she’s bumped to the top of the suspects list. It’s up to Mac and her Cozy Capers crime solvers to unwrap this real-life mystery. But this time they might have bitten off more than they can chew . . .  

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The Little Black Book Killer

The Little Black Book Killer A BRAND NEW Cozy Mystery Where Love, Lies & Murder Collide in a Close-Knit Community by Fiona Walker

The third charming instalment in the page-turning cosy mystery series from MILLION COPY bestseller Fiona Walker, perfect for fans of Richard Osman, Janet Evanovich and Rev. Richard Coles! 🔎🩸🕵️‍♀️ Matchmaking has never been so murderous… 💔🔪 Juno is feeling ready – at last – to start dating again, after losing her husband some years ago. She is sure she can make time from being a Village Detective, indeed it might help distract her from her crush on hunky (but far-too-young!) pub landlord – Mil. So she’s signed up to an exclusive new dating app and cannot wait. But when one of the founding investors in that same dating app drops dead in front of fellow Village Detective Phoebe in a nearby hotel – and then a second investor is found hanging in the local cricket pavilion just days later – Juno knows she’ll have to put her love life on hold. Teaming up once more with Phoebe, Felix and Mil… the Village Detectives are back. And this time Juno – who’d thought she was getting under the covers with a new lover – is going undercover to catch a killer… Wickedly funny cozy crime, from million-copy bestselling author Fiona Walker! Fans of The Thursday Murder Club and A Death on Location will love the Village Detectives! Readers love The Village Detective series: Engrossing… Reminds me of a cross between the Agatha Raisin TV series and Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum books, both of which I love. This is the perfect, lighthearted summer read for anyone looking for some fun escapism.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A crossover between a witty romcom and a cosy crime.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I woke up early to read it and I struggled to put it down. The best book I’ve read this year. The characters were great, I got really invested in them and the storyline was gripping. Please write more!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An outstanding cozy mystery based in the idyllic village of Inkbury, a beautiful location famous for its glittering river, unspoilt and clear… A briliant cozy that has the perfect balance of mystery and comedy, loved it!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A great cosy mystery!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Loved this! Very clever cosy with great, diverse characters… Thoroughly engaging, and very much looking forward to the next in the series.’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A delightfully cosy read, the main characters are fun and engaging. Having read the author’s back catalogue to be reunited with Juno, Phoebe and Felix is absolute fabulous! The mystery at the centre of the book foxed me until the very end and unfolded in a very natural way. I really hope there is more to come from the Village Detectives. An entertaining read!’ Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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The Running Grave

The Running Grave A Cormoran Strike Novel by Robert Galbraith

In this New York Times bestselling installment of the "outrageously entertaining" Strike series ( Financial Times ), detective duo Cormoran and Robin must rescue a man ensnared in the trap of a dangerous cult.​ Private Detective Cormoran Strike is contacted by a worried father whose son, Will, has gone to join a religious cult in the depths of the Norfolk countryside.  The Universal Humanitarian Church is, on the surface, a peaceable organization that campaigns for a better world. Yet Strike discovers that beneath the surface there are deeply sinister undertones, and unexplained deaths.  In order to try to rescue Will, Strike's business partner, Robin Ellacott, decides to infiltrate the cult, and she travels to Norfolk to live incognito among its members. But in doing so, she is unprepared for the dangers that await her there or for the toll it will take on her. . . Utterly page-turning,  The Running Grave moves Strike's and Robin's story forward in this epic, unforgettable seventh installment of the series. 

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Mockingbird Court

Mockingbird Court A Shady Hollow Mystery by Juneau Black

In the latest installment in the beloved Shady Hollow series, everyone's favorite vulpine investigator Vera Vixen must contend with a cold-hearted killer—and the ghost of her own past. It's a crisp, cool autumn in Shady Hollow, and preparations are underway for the annual Harvest Festival. Creatures have flocked from far and wide to partake in the seasonal festivities, from pumpkin carving to pie tasting to soup throwing. With all these new faces around town, it’s the perfect time for someone to slip in unnoticed. Unless that someone is Bradley Marvel, the most famous author—and most noticeable personality—in any woodland warren. It seems the wolf is on the lam. Back in the city, a body was found in his penthouse apartment at Mockingbird Court, and Marvel skipped town before the questioning could commence.  Marvel claims to be innocent, and  it's up to Vera and her friends to piece together what might have happened that fateful night so many miles away in the beating heart of the big city. But things get complicated when Vera learns that she also knows the victim ... and might even be implicated herself.

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Game Shows Can Be Fatal

Game Shows Can Be Fatal by Jinty James

Can Martha win a TV game show and catch a killer? Senior Martha is going to appear on a TV game show! She flies to LA, along with her fluffy white Coton de Tulear dog Teddy, and their roomie Pru, who works as an assistant librarian in the small town of Gold Leaf Valley. Martha holds her own at first when she competes, but when one of her fellow contestants is murdered, she declares that as president of the senior sleuthing club, she needs to investigate! Since the other members of the club are Teddy and Pru, they help Martha "sleuth". Is the killer one of the game show crew members, a fellow contestant, or someone from the audience? When the showrunner breaks his arm in a friendly football game, Martha thinks it's suspicious. But when they finally face the killer, has their time run out? Or will they stay alive for their next senior sleuthing club mystery? This is a fun, clean, dog cozy mystery with female amateur sleuths, hot chocolate drinking – and Teddy, the adorable Coton de Tulear puppy! You may also enjoy: Book Clubs Can Be Fatal – A Senior Sleuthing Club Cozy Mystery – Book 1 Garage Sales Can Be Fatal – A Senior Sleuthing Club Cozy Mystery – Book 2 Yoga Can Be Fatal – A Senior Sleuthing Club Cozy Mystery – Book 3 Fortune Telling Can Be Fatal – A Senior Sleuthing Club Cozy Mystery – Book 4 Norwegian Forest Cat Café Series: Purrs and Peril – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 1 Meow Means Murder - A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 2 Whiskers and Warrants - A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 3 Two Tailed Trouble – A Norwegian Forest Cat Cafe Cozy Mystery – Book 4 Paws and Punishment – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 5 Kitty Cats and Crime – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 6 Catnaps and Clues - A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 7 Pedigrees and Poison – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 8 Christmas Claws – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 9 Fur and Felons - A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 10 Catmint and Crooks – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 11 Kittens and Killers – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 12 Felines and Footprints – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 13 Pouncing on the Proof – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 14 Fur Babies and Forgery – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 15 Leaping into Larceny – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 16 Triple Threat – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 17 Hunting for Handcuffs - A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 18 Four-Footed Fortune – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 19 Rewards and Revenge – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 20 Catnip and Capture – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 21 Mice and Malice – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 22 Prowling at the Premiere – A Norwegian Forest Cat Café Cozy Mystery – Book 23 (Teddy appears in this book for the first time)

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Volumes of Vengeance (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 14)

Volumes of Vengeance (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 14) by Fiona Grace

“A great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   VOLUMES OF VENGEANCE (A LACEY DOYLE COZY MYSTERY—BOOK 14) is the fourteenth book in a charming new cozy mystery series which begins with MURDER IN THE MANOR (Book #1), a #1 Bestseller with over 100 five-star reviews—and a free download!   Lacey Doyle, 39 years old and freshly divorced, made a drastic change when she walked away from the fast life of New York City and settled down in the quaint English seaside town of Wilfordshire. Now with a new relationship and a blossoming business, it looks like Lacey has the life she always dreamed of.   When Lacey's discovery of a rare first-edition Jane Austen novel catches the eye of a visiting literature professor, she never expects it to lead to murder. With the professor dead and a found forgery threatening to destroy reputations across the antiquarian book world, can Lacey uncover the truth before the killer writes their final chapter?   Immerse yourself in the charming world of the Lacey Doyle series, where warmth intertwines with witty amusement and whimsical peculiarities. With expert craftsmanship, the series stitches together soft chuckles, heartfelt emotions, and unexpected plot turns. Be prepared to be charmed by a lovable protagonist who's sure to ensnare your heart and keep you engrossed until the early morning light.   Future books in the series are also 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 ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “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 ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐    “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 ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “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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And Four to Go - Rex Stout Cover Art

And Four to Go

And Four to Go by Rex Stout

“It is always a treat to read a Nero Wolfe mystery. The man has entered our folklore.”— The New York Times Book Review Embark on a year of murder and mystery. It begins at Christmas with a party and a poisoning, then blossoms into spring with sudden death at the Easter Parade. With a killer in the crowd, the Fourth of July is no picnic, and the calendar is overbooked with corpses when death is in season. Here are four cunning cases that leave everyone guessing. When it comes to sleuthing out a clever solution, only Nero Wolfe has a clue.

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Strange Pictures

Strange Pictures A Novel by Uketsu & Jim Rion

“Uketsu’s strange riddles are chilling and addictive – I couldn’t put it down.” —R. F. Kuang, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Babel and Yellowface “Delightfully macabre and fiendishly clever. Seemingly unconnected stories tie themselves into a complicated knot, which Uketsu masterfully unravels.”—G. T. Karber, author of the national bestseller Murdle “Wonderfully complex and carefully crafted . . . Uketsu keeps readers guessing until the very end.” —New York Times Book Review The spine-tingling "triumphant international debut" (Publishers Weekly starred review) that has taken Japan by storm—an eerie fresh take on mystery-horror in which a series of seemingly innocent pictures draws you into a disturbing web of unsolved mysteries and shattered psyches. An exploration of the macabre, where the seemingly mundane takes on a terrifying significance. . . . A pregnant woman's sketches on a seemingly innocuous blog conceal a chilling warning. A child's picture of his home contains a dark secret message. A sketch made by a murder victim in his final moments leads an amateur sleuth down a rabbithole that will reveal a horrifying reality. Structured around these nine childlike drawings, each holding a disturbing clue, Uketsu invites readers to piece together the mystery behind each and the over-arching backstory that connects them all. Strange Pictures is the internationally bestselling debut from mystery horror YouTube sensation Uketsu—an enigmatic masked figure who has become one of Japan's most talked about contemporary authors. Translated from the Japanese by Jim Rion. Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.

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Farewell, Mr. Lovely - Wendy Delaney Cover Art

Farewell, Mr. Lovely

Farewell, Mr. Lovely by Wendy Delaney

Charmaine Digby's holidays aren't off to a good start. Half the family gets food poisoning after celebrating Thanksgiving at Charmaine's mother's house. Then Char's cop boyfriend Steve gets called out to the scene of a fatal car crash. What's worse, the guy who died was romancing Heather, Char's nemesis since the sixth grade, and Heather shows up on Char's doorstep to insist this wasn't just an accident. What's even worse, Heather wants Char to use her skills as a human lie detector to unravel the mystery behind her lover's death. What mystery? The guy died because of a car accident. That's what Steve told Char, and he hadn't lied. But there's something about this "accident" that doesn't add up. But does it add up to murder?

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Pieces of Her

Pieces of Her A Novel by Karin Slaughter

Now on Netflix! Starring Toni Collette and Bella Heathcote! Mother. Hero. Liar. Killer. How can you tell when all you have is... PIECES OF HER What if the person you thought you knew best turns out to be someone you never knew at all . . . ? Andrea knows everything about her mother, Laura. She knows she’s spent her whole life in the small beachside town of Belle Isle; she knows she’s never wanted anything more than to live a quiet life as a pillar of the community; she knows she’s never kept a secret in her life. Because we all know our mothers, don’t we? But all that changes when a trip to the mall explodes into violence and Andrea suddenly sees a completely different side to Laura. Because it turns out that before Laura was Laura, she was someone completely different. For nearly thirty years she’s been hiding from her previous identity, lying low in the hope that no one would ever find her. But now she’s been exposed, and nothing will ever be the same again. The police want answers and Laura’s innocence is on the line, but she won’t speak to anyone, including her own daughter. Andrea is on a desperate journey following the breadcrumb trail of her mother’s past. And if she can’t uncover the secrets hidden there, there may be no future for either one of them. . . .

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Antique Alibi (A Darla Digby Cozy Mystery—Book 2) - Fiona Grace Cover Art

Antique Alibi (A Darla Digby Cozy Mystery—Book 2)

Antique Alibi (A Darla Digby Cozy Mystery—Book 2) by Fiona Grace

“A great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   ANTIQUE ALIBI: A DARLA DIGBY COZY MYSTERY (BOOK #2) is the second book in a new cozy mystery series by Fiona Grace, #1 bestselling author of Murder in the Manor , which has over 10,000 five star reviews!   When antiques expert Darla Digby decides it’s time for a change, she quits her appraiser job and seeks out rare antiques for wealthy clients. But when Darla finds herself having to solve a murder mystery, she gets more than she bargained for….   When a priceless Fabergé egg vanishes and a Russian expatriate is found dead, it's up to Darla to crack the case. With her eye for the exquisite and knack for navigating danger, Darla must sift through a maze of clues before the true value of the artifact—and the motive behind the murder—is forever concealed.   Plunge into the enchanting world of the Darla Digby series, a place where adventure intertwines with witty humor and charming quirks. Here, you'll find a seamless blend of humor, heartfelt emotions, and unexpected twists. Be prepared to meet an endearing protagonist who is sure to win your heart and keep you engrossed until the early morning hours.   Future books in the series are also 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 ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “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 ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐    “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 ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “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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Murder on Cape Cod - Maddie Day Cover Art

Murder on Cape Cod

Murder on Cape Cod by Maddie Day

A Cape Cod shop owner and her book club must find a crafty killer in this charming new series from the Agatha-nominated author of the Country Store Mystery series. Summer is busy season for Mackenzie “Mac” Almeida’s bicycle shop, nestled in the quaint, seaside hamlet of Westham, Massachusetts. She’s expecting an influx of tourists at Mac’s Bikes; instead she discovers the body of Jake Lacey. Mac can’t imagine anyone stabbing the down-on-his-luck handyman. However, the authorities seem to think Mac is a strong suspect after she was spotted arguing with Jake just hours before his death. Mac knows she didn’t do it, but she does recognize the weapon—her brother Derrick’s fishing knife.   Mac’s only experience with murder investigations is limited to the cozy mysteries she reads with her local book group, the Cozy Capers. So to clear her name—and maybe her brother’s too—Mac will have to summon help from her Cozy Capers co-investigators and a library’s worth of detectives’ tips and tricks. For a small town, Westham is teeming with possible killers, and this is one mystery where Mac is hoping for anything but a surprise ending . . .

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A Gargoyle's Guide to Murder - Gigi Pandian Cover Art

A Gargoyle's Guide to Murder

A Gargoyle's Guide to Murder by Gigi Pandian

A vanished body. A deadly bookshop. A country house party full of suspects. Can a living gargoyle and an alchemist decipher the clues before poisoned pages claim another victim? Dorian Robert-Houdin is used to living his life in the shadows, his existence only known to a few trusted friends. When a dangerous book from his past resurfaces, he follows his closest confidante, alchemist Zoe Faust, from Oregon to England to investigate.  Before he can examine the magical book, Dorian witnesses a murder amidst the foggy lanes of Oxford. But when he takes Zoe to the scene, there's no body—and no evidence a crime has taken place. Using his unique skills as a gargoyle, Dorian sets out to solve the baffling crime nobody else believes occurred.  When Dorian and Zoe discover a dead man in a bookshop filled with arsenic-laced books, the victim isn't a stranger—he's connected to the vanishing crime scene. The trail leads to a country house party where a group of bibliophile suspects have gathered and a storm is brewing. Could the killer be the mercurial Agatha Christie scholar? The prickly literature professor? The secretive rare books expert? With an unscrupulous book thief lurking, can sleuths Dorian and Zoe unmask a murderer before the next page brings them to a perilous end? Perfect for fans of the quirky charm and found family of Only Murders in the Building and books by Ellery Adams and Travis Baldree. Don't miss the new novel in the award-winning cozy fantasy mystery series from USA Today bestselling author Gigi Pandian!

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The Mystery Guest

The Mystery Guest A Maid Novel by Nita Prose

NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A new mess. A new mystery. It’s up to Molly the maid to uncover the truth, no matter how dirty, in this standalone novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Maid, a Good Morning America Book Club pick. “Polished to perfection!”—Shari Lapena, author of Everyone Here Is Lying   “Lives up to the hype . . . both a delightful whodunit and a pointed social commentary.”— The Washington Post NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITORS’ CHOICE • A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: PopSugar, Harper’s Bazaar, Chicago Public Library, CrimeReads, Bookreporter Molly Gray is not like anyone else. With her flair for cleaning and proper etiquette, she has risen through the ranks of the glorious five-star Regency Grand Hotel to become the esteemed Head Maid. But just as her life reaches a pinnacle state of perfection, her world is turned upside down when J. D. Grimthorpe, the world-renowned mystery author, drops dead— very dead —on the hotel’s tearoom floor.   When Detective Stark, Molly’s old foe, investigates the author’s unexpected demise, it becomes clear that this death was murder most foul. Suspects abound, and everyone wants to know: Who killed J. D. Grimthorpe? Was it Lily, the new Maid-in-Training? Or was it Serena, the author’s secretary? Could Mr. Preston, the hotel’s beloved doorman, be hiding something? And is Molly really as innocent as she seems?   As the high-profile death threatens the hotel’s pristine reputation, Molly knows she alone holds the key to unlocking the killer’s identity. But that key is buried deep in her past, as long ago, she knew J. D. Grimthorpe. Molly begins to comb her memory for clues, revisiting her childhood and the mysterious Grimthorpe mansion where she and her dearly departed Gran once worked side by side. With the entire hotel under investigation, Molly must solve the mystery posthaste. Because if there’s one thing she knows for sure, it’s that secrets don’t stay buried forever.

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Sweet Deal Concealed - Judith A. Barrett Cover Art

Sweet Deal Concealed

Sweet Deal Concealed by Judith A. Barrett

Karen O'Brien, donut shop owner, retired teacher, convicted felon. When a violent man is murdered, her nightmares warn her of more murders. The killer plans to watch her die. After a violent man who threatened Donut Lady is murdered, her nightmares foretell of a tragic, second murder. When the killer stalks Donut Lady, she does not intend to become victim number three, but can she and her shadows expose what the murderer has concealed for years?  Even though Donut Lady is fierce, the killer is obsessed for her to die.

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Murder On The Medina - Bruce Hammack Cover Art

Murder On The Medina

Murder On The Medina by Bruce Hammack

<h4><strong>One PI. Two murders. Secrets that run deeper than the river.</h4></strong><br><p>As private investigator Fen Maguire rushes to finish a riverside sketch before the next downpour, he spots something caught in the massive cypress roots below—a human body. The former sheriff's instincts kick in immediately; twenty years in law enforcement won't let him just walk away.</p><br><p>When a bullet wound is discovered, what appears to be a tragic drowning becomes something far more sinister. With rain threatening the crime scene, Fen helps process the evidence—and uncovers a second victim: the daughter of a powerful county commissioner.</p><p>Even with a suspect in custody, Fen's gut tells him this case is far from closed. When he's quietly asked to investigate, he unearths a web of secrets as dark and twisted as the Medina's murky depths. With an angry father demanding vengeance and the real killer still free, Fen must navigate deadly deception to expose a murderer who's betting the Medina will cover the truth forever.</p><p><strong>When the rain-swollen Medina River gives up its deadly secrets, PI Fen Maguire must navigate a web of small-town deception to catch a killer. This page-turning clean mystery delivers all the suspense without the graphic content—perfect for readers who love their mysteries compelling but comfortable. Start your investigation tonight!</strong></p>

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Back from the Dead - Patti Larsen Cover Art

Back from the Dead

Back from the Dead by Patti Larsen

With the Henrys still reeling from the surprise return of Holly’s father and Harriet hired as chief of police on Whitewitch Island, Georgia has more than enough to juggle without a murder complicating matters. But when a suspicious stranger asking about Olive’s long-lost husband turns up dead, Harriet is on the hook and under the microscope, which means she’s asking Georgia for help. Can they solve the mystery, protect Olive and Holly and keep Harriet’s job intact before the new mayor and council rethink their choice? All while Elias Barrow finally decides it’s time to tell Georgia everything…

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Knock Him Dead - Patti Larsen Cover Art

Knock Him Dead

Knock Him Dead by Patti Larsen

When Holly gets a chance to be in a tv show filming on Whitewitch Island, she’s thrilled about it, though Olive’s anxious about the agent who seems to be paying close attention to her teenaged daughter. The production is quickly interrupted by murder, and Georgia’s friend is a suspect. But now that she’s no longer chief, can Georgia still find a way to help the Henrys without getting arrested for interfering while protecting her beloved island from incompetent policing? All while juggling the return of her own past?

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Killed With a Kiss (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 5) - Fiona Grace Cover Art

Killed With a Kiss (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 5)

Killed With a Kiss (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 5) by Fiona Grace

"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 ) KILLED WITH A KISS (A LACEY DOYLE COZY MYSTERY—BOOK 5) is book five in a charming new cozy mystery series which begins with MURDER IN THE MANOR (Book #1), a #1 Bestseller with over 100 five-star reviews—and a free download! Lacey Doyle, 39 years old and freshly divorced, has made a drastic change: she has walked away from the fast life of New York City and settled down in the quaint English seaside town of Wilfordshire. In a romantic daytrip in the English countryside, Lacey lucks out in an antique market and stumbles upon an incredible find. She has high hopes as she makes it the centerpiece of her next auction. But as summer is coming to a close, two high-rollers come into town and duke it out over the antique, their egos as big as their wallets. When one of them wins but loses the auction on a technicality, chaos ensues. The only thing that makes it worse is when one ends up dead. Lacey finds herself in the fight of her life to save her business and her reputation—and, with the help of her beloved dog, to solve the mysterious death. Books #6-#9 are also available!

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Murder in a Cape Cottage - Maddie Day Cover Art

Murder in a Cape Cottage

Murder in a Cape Cottage by Maddie Day

From Agatha-awarding winning author Maddie Day comes the latest novel in her Cozy Capers Book Group Mystery series set in a picturesque Cape Cod town, where resourceful bike-shop owner Mackenzie “Mac” Almeida” tackles a cold case with the help of her fellow book club sleuths—a treat for fans of fresh, clever, cozy mysteries and those who love Lorna Barrett’s Booktown series.   ʼTis the day after Christmas, following a wicked-busy time of year for Mac’s bike shop. It’s just as well her Cozy Capers Book Group’s new pick is a nerve-soothing coloring book mystery, especially when she has last-minute wedding planning to do. But all pre-wedding jitters fade into the background when Mac and her fiancé, Tim, begin a cottage renovation project and open up a wall to find a skeleton—sitting on a stool, dressed in an old-fashioned bridal gown . . .   As Mac delves into the decades-old mystery with the help of librarian Flo and her book group, she discovers a story of star-crossed lovers and feuding families worthy of the bard himself. Yet this tale has a modern-day villain still lurking in Mac’s quaint seaside town, ready to make this a murderous New Year’s Eve . . .   Includes Recipes!  

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Urn Your Keep

Urn Your Keep by Patti Larsen

A last will and testament, a race to win the inheritance and murder! When Calliope’s best friend, Thalia, asks for help, Persephone says yes immediately. Her first real encounter with the wealthy elite of the Vesterville family isn’t what she expected, nor is she prepared for their animosity as the last will and testament of the deceased patriarch reveals a treasure hunt’s resolution will reveal who gets the family fortune. When one of the potential heirs dies before the search can even begin, it’s up to Persephone to protect Thalia while the others turn on one another. Can she solve the mystery of the keys and uncover the murderer before Thalia becomes the next target? Find out in Urn Your Keep, book two of the Persephone Pringle Cozy Mysteries! Don’t miss a single volume: Mind Your Own Murder Urn Your Keep Coffee, Tea or Murder Me Better Bones and Gardens Dead Over Heels for You Estate of Despairs

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Crooked House - Agatha Christie Cover Art

Crooked House

Crooked House by Agatha Christie

"Crooked House" is a classic mystery novel penned by Agatha Christie and first published in 1949. The story is set in an old, sprawling English country house and revolves around the Leonides family, who reside in this peculiar, labyrinthine home. The narrative kicks off with the unexpected and suspicious death of Aristide Leonides, the wealthy patriarch of the family. The investigation into his death is spearheaded by Charles Hayward, a former intelligence officer who is also in love with Sophia Leonides, Aristide's granddaughter. As Charles delves deeper into the Leonides family dynamics, he encounters a web of intricate relationships, old secrets, and potential motives among the eccentric family members. The suspects include Aristide's much younger wife, his two sons, his daughter-in-law, his grandchildren, and other household members. The Leonides family is an eclectic mix of characters, each harboring their own quirks, hidden agendas, and motivations, which adds layers of complexity to the mystery. The labyrinthine nature of the house mirrors the intricate and convoluted relationships within the family, creating an atmosphere of suspense and intrigue. Agatha Christie skillfully weaves together a plot full of unexpected twists and turns, keeping the reader guessing until the shocking revelation in the climactic ending. The novel stands out for its intricate plotting, well-drawn characters, and the psychological depth with which Christie explores the darker aspects of human nature. " Crooked House " is celebrated for its ingenious storytelling and cleverly constructed plot, showcasing Agatha Christie's mastery in creating an engaging and suspenseful murder mystery that keeps readers enthralled until the very end.

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Hex at a House Party - Gretchen Galway Cover Art

Hex at a House Party

Hex at a House Party by Gretchen Galway

Magic, murder, and mayhem at a high-society house party. Recovering from a recent supernatural attack, twentysomething witch Alma has sworn off violence to devote herself to the old ways of magic—without hurting anyone. But soon she’s drawn out of her cozy bungalow in the redwoods to investigate a murder at a high-society house party on the California coast. She’s forced to summon old powers and new, make allies she might not be able to trust, and face a shocking truth about her own identity. And maybe—if she can survive long enough—unmask a killer.

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The Devil's Cave - Martin Walker Cover Art

The Devil's Cave

The Devil's Cave A Mystery of the French Countryside by Martin Walker

Another delightful installment in the internationally acclaimed series: It's spring in St. Denis. The village choir is preparing for its Easter concert, the wildflowers are blooming, and among the lazy whorls of the river a dead woman is found floating in a boat. This means another case for Bruno, the town’s cherished chief of police.   With the discovery of sinister markings and black candles near the body, it seems to Bruno that the occult might be involved. And as questions mount—most notably about a troubling real estate proposal in the region and the sudden reappearance of an elderly countess—Bruno and his colleagues are drawn ever closer to a climactic showdown in the Gouffre de Colombac: the place locals call the Devil’s Cave.

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The Eagle Catcher - Margaret Coel Cover Art

The Eagle Catcher

The Eagle Catcher by Margaret Coel

From New York Times bestselling author Margaret Coel comes a tightly crafted mystery that blends Native American culture and history with contemporary issues and fast-paced action—the first in the Wind River series! When the Arapaho tribal chairman is found murdered in his tepee at the Ethete powwow, the evidence points to the chairman's nephew, Anthony Castle. But Father John O'Malley, pastor of St. Francis Mission, and Vicky Holden, the Arapaho lawyer, do not believe the young man capable of murder. Together they set out to find the real murderer and clear Anthony's name. The trail that Father John and Vicky follow winds across the high plains of the Wind River Reservation into Arapaho homes and community centers and into the fraud-infested world of Indian oil and land deals. Eventually it leads to the past — the Old Time — when the Arapahos were forced from their homes on the Great Plains and sent to the reservation. There in the Old Time, Father John and Vicky discover a crime so heinous that someone was willing to commit murder more than a hundred years later to keep it hidden. As they close in a killer who does not hesitate to kill again, they discover they have become the next targets...

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The Cornish Wedding Murder - Fiona Leitch Cover Art

The Cornish Wedding Murder

The Cornish Wedding Murder by Fiona Leitch

‘A sparklingly delicious confection to satisfy the mystery reader’s appetite’ Helena Dixon, bestselling author of the Miss Underhay Mysteries Still spinning from the hustle and bustle of city life, Jodie ‘Nosey’ Parker is glad to be back in the Cornish village she calls home. Having quit the Met Police in search of something less dangerous, the change of pace means she can finally start her dream catering company and raise her daughter, Daisy, somewhere safer. But there’s nothing quite like having your first job back at home be catering an ex-boyfriend’s wedding to remind you of just how small your village is. And when the bride vanishes, Jodie is drawn into the investigation, realising that life in the countryside might not be as quaint as she remembers. With a missing bride on their hands, murder and mayhem lurks around every corner… But surely saving the day will be a piece of cake for this not-so-amateur sleuth? This title was previously published as Murder on the Menu. About the author Fiona Leitch is a writer with a chequered past. She's written for football and motoring magazines, DJ'ed at illegal raves and is a stalwart of the low budget TV commercial, even appearing as the Australasian face of a cleaning product called 'Sod Off'. After living in London and Cornwall she's finally settled in sunny New Zealand, where she enjoys scaring her cats by trying out dialogue on them. She spends her days dreaming of retiring to a crumbling Venetian palazzo, walking on the windswept beaches of West Auckland, and writing funny, flawed but awesome female characters. Her debut novel 'Dead in Venice' was published by Audible in 2018 as one of their Crime Grant finalists. Fiona also writes screenplays and was a finalist in the Athena Film Festival Writers Lab, co-run by Meryl Streep's IRIS company.

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The Body in the Castle Well - Martin Walker Cover Art

The Body in the Castle Well

The Body in the Castle Well A Mystery of the French Countryside by Martin Walker

Another installment in the delightful, internationally acclaimed series featuring Chief of Police Bruno: When a young American woman turns up dead in the courtyard of an ancient castle, Bruno Courrèges initially assumes that she died of an overdose. But her doctor soon persuades him that things may not be so simple, setting Bruno on an investigation that will lead him from the Renaissance to the French Resistance and beyond. Claudia Muller had been studying with Monsieur de Bourdeille, a renowned art historian who became extraordinarily wealthy through the sale of paintings that may have been falsely attributed—or so Claudia suggested shortly before her death. In his younger days, Bourdeille had aided the Resistance and been arrested by a Vichy police officer whose own life story also becomes inexorably entangled with the case. Also in the mix is a young falconer who works at the Château des Milandes, the former home of fabled jazz singer Josephine Baker. Once again, it’s up to Bruno to make sure that justice is served—along with a generous helping of his signature Périgordian cuisine, of course.

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The Listening Eye - Patricia Wentworth Cover Art

The Listening Eye

The Listening Eye by Patricia Wentworth

A deaf woman learns something she shouldn’t, and she asks Miss Silver for protection. Paulina Paine was buried under her house during the Blitz. She spent twenty-four hours trapped underneath the rubble, where the silence was absolute as the grave, and only after she escaped did she realize that the bomb that spared her life had taken her hearing. With difficulty, she learned to read lips—an invaluable skill that may soon get her killed. She is at an art gallery when, quite by chance, she spies an interesting conversation across the room. Without meaning to, she eavesdrops, and learns of a shocking plan to commit a most fearsome robbery. She doesn’t know what to do until she learns that, after she left, the two men asked after her, and learned about her special talent. Now only the demure detective Maud Silver can halt the robbery and save Paulina’s life.

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Eight Perfect Murders - Peter Swanson Cover Art

Eight Perfect Murders

Eight Perfect Murders A Novel by Peter Swanson

New York Times bestseller “Swanson rips us from one startling plot twist to the next… A true tour de force.” —Lisa Gardner “[A] multilayered mystery that brims with duplicity, betrayal and revenge.” —USA Today From the hugely talented author of The Kind Worth Killing comes a chilling tale of psychological suspense and an homage to the thriller genre tailor-made for fans: the story of a bookseller who finds himself at the center of an FBI investigation because a very clever killer has started using his list of fiction’s most ingenious murders. Years ago, bookseller and mystery aficionado Malcolm Kershaw compiled a list of the genre’s most unsolvable murders, those that are almost impossible to crack—which he titled “Eight Perfect Murders”—chosen from among the best of the best including Agatha Christie’s A. B. C. Murders, Patricia Highsmith’s Strangers on a Train, Ira Levin’s Deathtrap, A. A. Milne's The Red House Mystery, Anthony Berkeley Cox's Malice Aforethought, James M. Cain's Double Indemnity, John D. MacDonald's The Drowner, and Donna Tartt's The Secret History. But no one is more surprised than Mal, now the owner of the Old Devils Bookstore in Boston, when an FBI agent comes knocking on his door one snowy day in February. She’s looking for information about a series of unsolved murders that look eerily similar to the killings on Mal’s old list. And the FBI agent isn’t the only one interested in this bookseller who spends almost every night at home reading. The killer is out there, watching his every move—a diabolical threat who knows way too much about Mal’s personal history, especially the secrets he’s never told anyone, even his recently deceased wife. To protect himself, Mal begins looking into possible suspects . . . and sees a killer in everyone around him. But Mal doesn’t count on the investigation leaving a trail of death in its wake. Suddenly, a series of shocking twists leaves more victims dead—and the noose around Mal’s neck grows so tight he might never escape.

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Fate of the Faberge (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 11) - Fiona Grace Cover Art

Fate of the Faberge (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 11)

Fate of the Faberge (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 11) by Fiona Grace

“A great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   FATE OF THE FABERGE (A LACEY DOYLE COZY MYSTERY—BOOK 11) is the eleventh book in a charming new cozy mystery series which begins with MURDER IN THE MANOR (Book #1), a #1 Bestseller with over 100 five-star reviews—and a free download!   Lacey Doyle, 39 years old and freshly divorced, made a drastic change when she walked away from the fast life of New York City and settled down in the quaint English seaside town of Wilfordshire. Now with a new relationship and a blossoming business, it looks like Lacey has the life she always dreamed of.   But when Lacey receives a Fabergé egg on consignment, she never expects it to hatch a murder plot. Now, with a dead curator and whispers of forgery swirling through the salty air, Lacey must piece together an enigmatic puzzle before the killer cracks their next victim!   Immerse yourself in the charming world of the Lacey Doyle series, where warmth intertwines with witty amusement and whimsical peculiarities. With expert craftsmanship, the series stitches together soft chuckles, heartfelt emotions, and unexpected plot turns. Be prepared to be charmed by a lovable protagonist who's sure to ensnare your heart and keep you engrossed until the early morning light.   Future books in the series are also 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 ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “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 ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐    “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 ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “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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Two Tailed Trouble - Jinty James Cover Art

Two Tailed Trouble

Two Tailed Trouble by Jinty James

A cat café A gorgeous Norwegian Forest Cat And a party that goes horribly wrong … Cat café owner, Lauren Crenshaw, Annie, her Norwegian Forest Cat, and Zoe, Lauren's cousin, are catering the anniversary party at the local senior center in Gold Leaf Valley, when the greedy new landlord is killed in a hit and run. Was it an accident – or murder? Lauren, Annie, and Zoe aren't the only ones investigating. Their new friend Martha, a regular at the senior center, loves writing down tidbits of gossip. Has she inadvertently written down who the murderer is? Annie has also been busy, rescuing a kitten. Ed, who creates the legendary pastries for the café, volunteers to look after the little stray. Zoe is tired of string-art and is going to give beading a try. Then Lauren's boyfriend Mitch tries to set up Zoe with his friend. But when she discovers who it is … This is a humorous, clean, cat cozy mystery with female amateur sleuths – and Annie, the Norwegian Forest Cat!

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The Ghost Who Loved Diamonds - Bobbi Holmes Cover Art

The Ghost Who Loved Diamonds

The Ghost Who Loved Diamonds by Bobbi Holmes

Everything is right on track for Danielle as she prepares for the grand opening of her bed and breakfast. All that changes when her cousin, Cheryl, shows up to claim her share of the inheritance—housemate Lily figures out there is a ghost in the house—and the million dollar necklace goes missing.  There is blood on someone’s hands and if Danielle isn’t careful she’ll be moving from Marlow House to the Big House.

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The Ghost Who Wasn't - Bobbi Holmes Cover Art

The Ghost Who Wasn't

The Ghost Who Wasn't by Bobbi Holmes

When a local heiress goes missing, Danielle discovers it’s not always possible to distinguish the living from the dead. To complicate matters, it seems Danielle is not the only one who communicates with spirits. Her new guest claims to hear Walt. But, something’s not quite right with Marlow House’s newest medium.  Danielle must move quickly before her best friend joins the spirit world.

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End of Story - A. J. Finn Cover Art

End of Story

End of Story A Novel by A. J. Finn

For fans of Knives Out comes a spellbinding thriller from the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller The Woman in the Window “I’ll be dead in three months. Come tell my story.” So writes Sebastian Trapp, reclusive mystery novelist, to his longtime correspondent Nicky Hunter, an expert in detective fiction. With mere months to live, Trapp invites Nicky to his spectacular San Francisco mansion to help draft his life story . . . while living alongside his beautiful second wife, Diana; his wayward nephew, Freddy; and his protective daughter, Madeleine. Soon Nicky finds herself caught in an irresistible case of real-life “detective-fever.” “You and I might even solve an old mystery or two.” Twenty years earlier—on New Year’s Eve 1999—Sebastian’s first wife and teenage son vanished from different locations, never to be seen again. Did the perfect crime writer commit the perfect crime? And why has he emerged from seclusion, two decades later, to allow a stranger to dig into his past? “Life is hard. After all, it kills you.” As Nicky attempts to weave together the strands of Sebastian’s life, she becomes obsessed with discovering the truth . . . while Madeleine begins to question what her beloved father might actually know about that long-ago night. And when a corpse appears in the family’s koi pond, both women are shocked to find that the past isn’t gone—it’s just waiting.

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Find You First - Linwood Barclay Cover Art

Find You First

Find You First A Novel by Linwood Barclay

The New York Times bestselling author of Elevator Pitch and master of psychological suspense returns with a riveting thriller in which the possible heirs of a dying tech millionaire are mysteriously being eliminated, one by one. “Find You First starts with a bang and ends with an even bigger one. . . . It’s the best book of his career.”  — Stephen King Tech millionaire Miles Cookson has more money than he can ever spend, and everything he could dream of—except time. He has recently been diagnosed with a terminal illness, and there is a fifty percent chance that it can be passed on to the next generation. For Miles, this means taking a long hard look at his past . . . Two decades ago, a young, struggling Miles was a sperm donor. Somewhere out there, he has kids—nine of them. And they might be about to inherit both the good and the bad from him—maybe his fortune, or maybe something much worse. As Miles begins to search for the children he’s never known, aspiring film documentarian Chloe Swanson embarks on a quest to find her biological father, armed with the knowledge that twenty-two years ago, her mother used a New York sperm bank to become pregnant. When Miles and Chloe eventually connect, their excitement at finding each other is overshadowed by a series of mysterious and terrifying events. One by one, Miles’s other potential heirs are vanishing—every trace of them wiped, like they never existed at all. Who is the vicious killer—another heir methodically erasing rivals? Or is something even more sinister going on? It’s a deadly race against time . . .

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The Hen of the Baskervilles - Donna Andrews Cover Art

The Hen of the Baskervilles

The Hen of the Baskervilles A Meg Langslow Mystery by Donna Andrews

A dastardly murder and the kidnapping of a prize chicken threaten to ruin Caerphilly's state fair—fortunately, Meg Langslow is on the case of The Hen of the Baskervilles The newest mystery in Donna Andrews's gut-bustingly funny, award-winning, New York Times bestselling series is anything but elementary. Meg Langslow is helping Mayor Randall Shiffley organize the Virginia Un-Fair, Caerphilly's entry in the race to replace the old state fair (which has gone bankrupt). Before a line can even form outside the ticket booth, however, a pair of Bantam Russian Orloff chickens are stolen from their coop in the chicken tent. Soon, a rash of vandalism crops up at the fair, showing no heritage farm animal, prize vegetable, or artisanal craft to be safe. While patrolling the fairgrounds, determined to catch the perp, Meg runs into her friend Molly, who has been building a successful business making goat cheeses. Molly is terrified that she may lose her farm because her idle husband Brett has left her for Genette Sedgewick, a rich hobby winemaker, and is demanding his half of the land. Meg enlists Mother's help to find Molly a divorce lawyer, but later that night, Brett is found murdered and Molly is swiftly accused as his killer. Meg is convinced that her friend wouldn't so much as harm a fly, but can she find the real killer before it's too late? Will she track down the vandal who has been terrorizing—however creatively—the fair's participants? And will Michael be able to convince her to add members of his new favorite heritage breed to their growing menagerie? Meg's most hilarious caper yet, the curious incident of the hen in the nighttime will have readers rolling on the floor with laughter.

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The Knife Before Christmas - Kate Carlisle Cover Art

The Knife Before Christmas

The Knife Before Christmas by Kate Carlisle

Contractor Shannon Hammer hopes for a peaceful Christmas with her fiancé, Mac, until murder throws a wrench in her holiday plans in a brand-new installment of the USA Today bestselling Fixer-Upper Mystery Series. Christmas has come to Lighthouse Cove, but business hasn’t slowed down for Shannon Hammer. She’s been contracted to renovate a local hotel owned by the Garrisons, a family that’s so devoted to the holidays they serve a seven-course dinner every night from Thanksgiving through Christmas. Last year’s festivities featured a train that transported guests around the breathtaking Cliffside property. This year, Shannon and her crew have been commissioned to build a Victorian-style carnival midway with games and prizes galore. Everyone in town loves the hotel’s spirit, except the Garrisons’ children and their spouses, who are hum-bugged by the money being wasted on holiday cheer while their inheritance goes up the chimney. Things turn nasty when a mischief-maker close to the family is found dead. It’s up to Shannon and Mac to catch a sinister Scrooge before all of Lighthouse Cove receives coal for Christmas.

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Icing on the Murder - Valerie Burns Cover Art

Icing on the Murder

Icing on the Murder by Valerie Burns

Influencer-turned-bakery-owner Maddy Montgomery has sold plenty of wedding cakes before, but before she turns one out for her and her fiancé’s wedding, she’ll have to solve a little case of murder . . . Aunt Octavia would be so proud! Maddy has turned Baby Cakes Bakery—named for her 250-pound English Mastiff, Baby—into a runaway success,  and  she’s marrying the love of her life, veterinarian Michael Portman. #DreamWedding! Plus the timing couldn’t be better: the country’s biggest bridal expo has come to New Bison, Michigan, and Maddy has secured a spot for Baby Cakes to showcase their cakes. She’s also entered a contest for an all-expenses-paid wedding extravaganza offered by world-renowned wedding planner Serafina. Unfortunately, supremely nasty Serafina truly takes the cake—she makes the worst bridezilla seem like a shy flower girl. But there’s one thing the wedding planner didn’t plan on—being impaled by one of the skewers Baby Cakes uses on their tiered wedding cakes. While Maid of Honor Sheriff April Johnson rounds up suspects at the expo, Maddy and her aunt’s friends, the Baker Street Irregulars, and even Baby join forces to unveil a killer hiding in plain sight . . . before  wedding bells start to chime.

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Murder at the Lobstah Shack - Maddie Day Cover Art

Murder at the Lobstah Shack

Murder at the Lobstah Shack by Maddie Day

When murder turns out to be the special of the day at her friend’s seafood restaurant, bicycle shop owner Mackenzie “Mac” Almeida and her fellow book club sleuths have to net a killer . . .   From clam chowdahs to oysters on the half-shell, Tulia Peters’ Lobstah Shack offers locals and tourists in Westham, Massachusetts, some of Cape Cod’s most amazing cuisine. But when the body of Annette DiCicero is discovered in the kitchen’s walk-in freezer—with a custom-made claw-handled lobster pick lodged in her neck—spoiled appetites are the least of Tulia’s worries.   After a heated public argument with Annette, Tulia is a person of interest in the police’s homicide investigation. To clear Tulia’s name, Mac and the Cozy Capers Book Group snoop into Annette’s personal life. Between her temperamental husband, his shady business partner, and two women tied to Annette’s past life as “Miss New Bedford”, there are now several suspects and multiple motives. And they’re getting crabby about Mac intruding on their affairs. . .   Includes Recipes!  

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Death and a Dog (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 2) - Fiona Grace Cover Art

Death and a Dog (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 2)

Death and a Dog (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 2) by Fiona Grace

"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) DEATH AND A DOG (A LACEY DOYLE COZY MYSTERY—BOOK 2) is book two in a charming new cozy mystery series by Fiona Grace.  Lacey Doyle, 39 years old and freshly divorced, has made a drastic change: she has walked away from the fast life of New York City and settled down in the quaint English seaside town of Wilfordshire. Spring is in the air. With last month’s murder mystery behind her, a new best friend in her English shepherd, and a budding relationship with the chef across the street, it seems like everything’s finally settling into place. Lacey is so excited for her first major auction, especially when a valuable, mystery artifact enters her catalogue. All seems to go without a hitch, until two mysterious bidders arrive from out of town—and one of them winds up dead. With the small village plunged into chaos, and with the reputation of her business at stake, can Lacey and her trusty dog partner solve the crime and restore her name? Books #3-#9 are also available!

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Weep No More My Lady - Mary Higgins Clark Cover Art

Weep No More My Lady

Weep No More My Lady by Mary Higgins Clark

New York Times bestselling author and Queen of Suspense Mary Higgins Clark’s masterpiece is a “crackling tale of menace and love that holds your attention to the last page” (Andrew M. Greeley). Elizabeth Lange has arrived at Cypress Point Spa in Pebble Beach, California, weary of heart and soul. Still grieving for her beloved sister, a famous actress who plunged to her death from her Manhattan penthouse, Elizabeth is determined to unearth the truth about how Leila died. Dashing multimillionaire Ted Winters stands accused of her murder, but Elizabeth has doubts. Along the windswept cliffs of the Monterey coast, in luxurious bungalows, between gourmet meals and beachfront walks, uneasiness stalks Elizabeth while she begins opening doors to the past. As glimpses of the dark truth about Leila’s life and death—and about Elizabeth herself—start to crash against her mind, an ominous wave from an unexpected source threatens to engulf her entirely.

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Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone - Benjamin Stevenson Cover Art

Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone

Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone A Novel by Benjamin Stevenson

Knives Out and Clue meet Agatha Christie and The Thursday Murder Club in this “utterly original” (Jane Harper), “not to be missed” (Karin Slaughter), fiendishly clever blend of classic and modern murder mystery. “A witty twist on classic whodunits… Stevenson not only 'plays fair,' he plays the mystery game very, very well.” -- Maureen Corrigan, Washington Post Everyone in my family has killed someone. Some of us, the high achievers, have killed more than once. I’m not trying to be dramatic, but it is the truth. Some of us are good, others are bad, and some just unfortunate. I’m Ernest Cunningham. Call me Ern or Ernie. I wish I’d killed whoever decided our family reunion should be at a ski resort, but it’s a little more complicated than that. Have I killed someone? Yes. I have. Who was it? Let’s get started. EVERYONE IN MY FAMILY HAS KILLED SOMEONE My brother My stepsister My wife My father My mother My sister-in-law My uncle My stepfather My aunt Me

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The Stolen Letter - Paige Shelton Cover Art

The Stolen Letter

The Stolen Letter A Scottish Bookshop Mystery by Paige Shelton

New York Times bestselling author Paige Shelton returns with the next installment of The Scottish Bookshop Mystery series, The Stolen Letter Delaney Nichols is confident she’s doing what she loves—case in point, just one day after returning from her fabulous European honeymoon, she’s eager to get back to the Cracked Spine, the bookstore where she works. But as she disembarks her bus and hurries toward the shop she and another woman collide, sending a stack of books the woman is carrying to the ground. Delaney’s hapless victim’s name is Mary, and the two women can’t help but notice that they bear an uncanny resemblance to one another. According to Mary, they both also look like the long-beheaded Mary Queen of Scots. Even stranger, Mary believes she is the reincarnation of the Scottish queen. But peculiar as Delaney’s doppelganger is, she doesn’t have time to dwell on it: on her arrival to the bookshop, she learns the Edinburgh city council wants to close the Cracked Spine, citing code violations, and she’s determined to stop them. But when Mary’s husband dies in a car explosion—and Delaney learns he was the very member of city council who proposed that the city take a closer look at the bookshop’s construction—she starts to wonder if her meeting with Mary wasn’t an accident. Edinburgh has become as filled with intrigue and deception as any European court, and Delaney is determined to get to the bottom of this royal mystery.

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Something Deadly on Desert Drive - Kris Bock Cover Art

Something Deadly on Desert Drive

Something Deadly on Desert Drive by Kris Bock

Starting over at fifty might be hard, but it shouldn’t be deadly… Still recovering from an injury that might have permanently derailed her career as an international war correspondent, Kate Tessler is living in her childhood bedroom and pondering her second act when another case lands in her lap. Kate’s father and his coffee group are worried. Their friend Larry married a younger woman who now insists he has dementia and won’t let any of his friends visit. They’re convinced that Larry’s wife and her two adult, dead-beat kids are out to steal his money. Can Kate help? Soon Kate and her unusual gang of sidekicks are unofficially, officially investigating. But before they can dig out the truth, a murder raises the stakes. Now they need to prove Larry is both mentally competent and not a killer. They’ll have to find the real murderer—without risking their own lives in the process.

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An Ear for Trouble - K.T. Lee Cover Art

An Ear for Trouble

An Ear for Trouble by K.T. Lee

Elise Butler is a wildlife biologist who enjoys her stable (if somewhat predictable) job in finance at the World Wildlife Trust. However, when the veterinarian at Riverbend Animal Conservation Center goes missing, Elise offers to help the unlucky wildlife Conservation Center get back on its feet. Not only will the job in Riverbend, Indiana let her get back to her roots of working with animals, but it’s also a short drive from her sister’s workplace at Riverbend K-9 Academy, a training center for some of the FBI’s best explosive detection dogs. FBI Special Agent Finn Cooper and his canine partner, Sedona, are chasing a well-funded animal trafficking ring. After an injury sidelines Finn from official FBI undercover work, he goes to work at Riverbend K-9 Academy to stay busy while he recovers…and to investigate his only remaining lead in the animal trafficking case. Just as Elise begins to settle into life in Riverbend, her sister asks her to help the K-9 Academy by fostering one of their puppies. Finn is eager to keep Elise focused on training Zeke, the enthusiastic German shepherd puppy earmarked to become Riverbend’s first wildlife detection K-9, and keep her well away from his quiet animal trafficking investigation. Zeke quickly proves himself an expert both at chewing shoes and sniffing out clouded leopards. When Zeke starts finding scents where they don’t belong, Elise and Finn begin to realize that the Conservation Center may be more criminal than unlucky. And if Elise doesn’t keep her nose out of it, she might be the next target.

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A Kiwi Before Dying - Wendy Delaney Cover Art

A Kiwi Before Dying

A Kiwi Before Dying by Wendy Delaney

It's Mother's Day, the perfect occasion for Deputy Coroner Charmaine Digby to take her grandmother to brunch at her favorite tea house. At least it seems perfect until the woman who lives next door discovers the bloody body of her husband. And the prime suspect is the woman's ex-husband, the surly guy Char witnessed skulking around the property minutes earlier! As a witness, Char can't "officially" participate in the murder investigation. But with so many unanswered questions surrounding the suspect, his ex-wife, and the victim, Char can't just sit on the sidelines, not when there's a psychic neighbor to help her sleuth out the truth!

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The Whisking Hour - Ellie Alexander Cover Art

The Whisking Hour

The Whisking Hour A Bakeshop Mystery by Ellie Alexander

Another delicious installment in Ellie Alexander's Bakeshop Mysteries set in Ashland, OR! Fall is in full flush in the charming hamlet of Ashland, Oregon, and baker Juliet Capshaw is excited to celebrate the season with a night at the theatre. Lance Rousseau, Ashland’s renowned theater director and one of Jules’ closest friends, has put his own spin on a production of the Broadway classic Perfect Crime , drawing the audience into a cozy New York apartment as a nefarious set of suspects pulls off the perfect murder. As the final show approaches, Jules and the team at Torte are eagerly whipping up a murderous feast for the cast party, baking a bevy of treats like panna cotta eyeballs with blood orange coulis, deviled eggs, and savory cheese fingers with pumpkin dipping sauce. On the day of the soirée, life seems to imitate art when a storm rolls over the Siskiyou Mountains, ushering in gusty winds and unrelenting rain. The audience buzzes with electric energy as the lights flicker and the actors take the stage. After the actors take their final bow, the cast trickles into Carpenter Hall, ready for a night of frivolity. But when an actor is discovered dead in his dressing room, Jules wonders if she’s just witnessed the real perfect murder.

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The Long Fall - Walter Mosley Cover Art

The Long Fall

The Long Fall The First Leonid McGill Mystery by Walter Mosley

The widely praised New York Times bestseller, and Mosley's first new series since his acclaimed Easy Rawlins novels... Leonid McGill is an ex-boxer and a hard drinker looking to clean up his act. He's an old-school P.I. working a New York City that's gotten a little too fancy all around him. But it's still full of dirty secrets, and as McGill unearths them, his commitment to the straight and narrow is going to be tested to the limit...

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New Tricks - David Rosenfelt Cover Art

New Tricks

New Tricks by David Rosenfelt

In this "taut thriller full of whiplash plot twists and wisecracking dialogue," a lawyer will do whatever it takes to make sure an adorable Bernese puppy -- whose owner was brutally murdered -- doesn't fall into the wrong hands ( Entertainment Weekly ). Few can rival Andy's affection for dogs. However, the playful new friend he just inherited is valued by several people, many of whom are willing to resort to violence to get what they want. It will take more than Andy's usual courtroom theatrics to save this dog, including a little help from his beloved golden retriever, Tara. Andy soon discovers that anyone around him is in danger, including his long-time girlfriend Laurie, and he will have to muster all of his wits to save those he holds most dear.

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Miss Marple: The Complete Short Stories - Agatha Christie Cover Art

Miss Marple: The Complete Short Stories

Miss Marple: The Complete Short Stories by Agatha Christie

"Miss Marple: The Complete Short Stories" is a compilation of Agatha Christie's short stories featuring her beloved amateur detective, Miss Jane Marple. Published in 1985, this collection brings together all of Christie's short stories that center around Miss Marple's astute observations and deductive abilities in solving various mysteries. Throughout the stories, Miss Marple, a perceptive elderly spinster, resides in the quaint English village of St. Mary Mead. Despite her unassuming appearance, Miss Marple possesses an exceptional talent for solving crimes by drawing parallels between the behavior of the villagers in her hometown and those in society at large. Her sharp wit, keen intuition, and knowledge of human nature enable her to uncover the truth behind perplexing mysteries. Each short story in this compilation presents a unique and intricate puzzle for Miss Marple to solve, ranging from seemingly innocuous village happenings to more complex crimes involving murder, theft, and deception. As Miss Marple engages with neighbors, friends, and acquaintances, she applies her shrewd understanding of human behavior to piece together the clues and expose the culprits. Agatha Christie's storytelling prowess shines through the collection, as each story showcases her knack for creating intricate plots, unexpected twists, and clever resolutions. Readers are treated to a diverse array of mysteries, each highlighting Miss Marple's deductive skills and her ability to uncover the truth hidden beneath the surface of seemingly ordinary events. "Miss Marple: The Complete Short Stories" is a testament to Christie's mastery in the detective genre, offering fans of mystery fiction a comprehensive compilation of engaging and intellectually stimulating short stories featuring one of literature's most beloved detectives, Miss Jane Marple.

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Secrets, Lies and Fireflies - Angie Fox Cover Art

Secrets, Lies and Fireflies

Secrets, Lies and Fireflies by Angie Fox

Some families pass down antiques or china. Verity’s family? They can’t seem to pass up a good mystery. So when Verity’s dearly departed grandmother drops by unexpectedly, Verity is overjoyed—until she learns Grandma Didi is back with a chilling request tied to a cherished family heirloom. With the help of her ghostly sidekick Frankie—who is too busy declaring her grandmother his ultimate nemesis—Verity traces a trail of clues from her beloved family home to a forgotten suffragette hideout to a secret enclave hidden in the Sugarland Library itself. But every discovery pulls Verity deeper into danger, and some in Sugarland will stop at nothing to keep the past buried. If Verity isn’t careful, she could lose more than her family legacy—she could end up following her grandmother to the other side.

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Someone Missing from Malapais Mountain - Kris Bock Cover Art

Someone Missing from Malapais Mountain

Someone Missing from Malapais Mountain by Kris Bock

It’s hard to walk away from the truth when you need a cane…  Former international war correspondent Kate Tessler had to trade her illustrious journalism career for her childhood bedroom after a brush with death almost took her leg. But when the editor of a local newspaper asks for her help, Kate is drawn back into her old world. A journalist covering a sprawling story of political corruption may have uncovered explosive new evidence, but she was run off the road in a hit-and-run accident. Gabriella, Kate’s mentee, has been injured and can only communicate by blinking yes or no to questions. Meanwhile, another reporter is missing.  The editor is short-staffed, with no one experienced enough to handle something this dangerous. Kate can never give up on the search for truth, so with her trusty senior sidekicks and new PI partner—her sister, Jen—Kate takes the case. Can a fifty-year-old journalist still recovering from a war injury survive the dangers of the Arizona desert long enough to catch a killer?

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A Bittersweet Mystery (A Millie Swiss Cozy Mystery—Book 5) - Fiona Grace Cover Art

A Bittersweet Mystery (A Millie Swiss Cozy Mystery—Book 5)

A Bittersweet Mystery (A Millie Swiss Cozy Mystery—Book 5) by Fiona Grace

“A great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A BITTERSWEET MYSTERY: A MILLIE SWISS COZY MYSTERY (BOOK #5) is the fifth book in a new cozy mystery series by Fiona Grace, #1 bestselling author of Murder in the Manor, which has over 10,000 five star reviews! After a messy divorce, chocolatier Amelia “Millie” Swiss decided to fulfill her lifelong dream of moving to Paris and opening her own chocolate shop. But even amid the romantic backdrop of Paris, Millie finds her world upended when she has to solve a murder as suspicion swirls around her… The rich aroma of chocolate and spice is cut with the scent of mystery when influencer drama turns deadly at Millie’s boutique Parisian chocolate shop. Caught in a confectionery conundrum, it is up to her to track down a murderer who’s hiding behind a masquerade of sweetness. Dive into the captivating universe of the Millie Swiss series, where coziness meets clever humor and delightful oddity. This series masterfully interweaves moments of gentle laughter, deep feelings, and surprising narrative twists. Expect to encounter an adorable lead character who will capture your affection and hold your attention captive well into the wee hours of the night. Future books in the series are also 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) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “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) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  “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) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “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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Bruno, Chief of Police - Martin Walker Cover Art

Bruno, Chief of Police

Bruno, Chief of Police A Mystery of the French Countryside by Martin Walker

The first installment in the delightful, internationally acclaimed series featuring Chief of Police Bruno. Meet Benoît Courrèges, aka Bruno, a policeman in a small village in the South of France.  He’s a former soldier who has embraced the pleasures and slow rhythms of country life. He has a gun but never wears it; he has the power to arrest but never uses it.  But then the murder of an elderly North African who fought in the French army changes all that.  Now Bruno must balance his beloved routines—living in his restored shepherd’s cottage, shopping at the local market, drinking wine, strolling the countryside—with a politically delicate investigation.  He’s paired with a young policewoman from Paris and the two suspect anti-immigrant militants.  As they learn more about the dead man’s past, Bruno’s suspicions turn toward a more complex motive. "Enjoyable.... Martin Walker plots with the same finesse with which Bruno can whip up a truffle omelette, and both have a clear appreciation for a life tied to the land." — The Christian Science Monitor "A nice literary pairing with the slow-food movement.... [It is] lovely...to linger at the table." — Entertainment Weekly "A wonderfully crafted novel as satisfying as a French pastry but with none of the guilt or calories." — Tuscon Citizen's Journal

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The Word Is Murder - Anthony Horowitz Cover Art

The Word Is Murder

The Word Is Murder A Novel by Anthony Horowitz

"One of the most entertaining mysteries of the year. It’s also one of the most stimulating, as it ponders such questions as: Which is of greater interest to the reader, the crime or the detective? And: Is the pencil truly mightier than the butcher knife?” — Wall Street Journal New York Times bestselling author of Magpie Murders and Moriarty, Anthony Horowitz has yet again brilliantly reinvented the classic crime novel, this time writing a fictional version of himself as the Watson to a modern-day Holmes. A woman crosses a London street. It is just after 11 a.m. on a bright spring morning, and she is going into a funeral parlor to plan her own service. Six hours later the woman is dead, strangled with a crimson curtain cord in her own home. Enter disgraced police detective Daniel Hawthorne, a brilliant, eccentric man as quick with an insult as he is to crack a case. And Hawthorne has a partner, the celebrated novelist Anthony Horowitz, curious about the case and looking for new material. As brusque, impatient, and annoying as Hawthorne can be, Horowitz—a seasoned hand when it comes to crime stories—suspects the detective may be on to something, and is irresistibly drawn into the mystery. But as the case unfolds, Horowitz realizes that he’s at the center of a story he can’t control, and his brilliant partner may be hiding dark and mysterious secrets of his own.

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When the Grits Hit the Fan

When the Grits Hit the Fan by Maddie Day

“A well thought out mystery with suspense and characters you can’t help but root for ” from the author of Grilled for Murder —includes recipes ( A Cozy Experience ). Despite the bitter winter in South Lick, Indiana, business is still hot at Robbie Jordan’s restaurant. But when another murder rattles the small town, can Robbie defrost the motives of a cold-blooded killer?   Before she started hosting dinners for Indiana University’s Sociology Department at Pans ’N Pancakes, Robbie never imagined scholarly meetings could be so hostile. It’s all due to Professor Charles Stilton, who seems to thrive on heated exchanges with his peers and underlings, and tensions flare one night after he disrespects Robbie’s friend, graduate student Lou. So when Robbie and Lou go snowshoeing the next morning and find the contentious academic frozen under ice, police suspect Lou might have killed him after their public tiff. To prove her friend’s innocence, Robbie is absorbing local gossip about Professor Stilton’s past and developing her own thesis on the homicide—even if that means stirring up terrible danger for herself along the way . . . “It’s always a pleasure to return to this series and visit Robbie her restaurant and read about the yummy food she prepares.”— Lola’s Reviews “This book made me hungry. Hungry for more from Maddie Day, and for the food mentioned in the book.”— Bibliophile.reviews “I really like this narrator, she does a great job. She just has a great voice for cozies!”— Books, Movies, Reviews! Oh My!

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Sprinkle with Murder - Jenn McKinlay Cover Art

Sprinkle with Murder

Sprinkle with Murder by Jenn McKinlay

Melanie Cooper and Angie DeLaura are finally living out their dream as the proud owners of the Fairy Tale Cupcakes bakery. But their first big client is a nightmare. She's a bridezilla who wants 500 custom cupcakes for her wedding. When Mel stumbles upon the bride-to-be dead-by-cupcake, she becomes the prime suspect. To save themselves and their business, the ladies need to find the real murderer, before the cupcake killer ices someone else.

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Vintage Vengeance (A Darla Digby Cozy Mystery—Book 5) - Fiona Grace Cover Art

Vintage Vengeance (A Darla Digby Cozy Mystery—Book 5)

Vintage Vengeance (A Darla Digby Cozy Mystery—Book 5) by Fiona Grace

“A great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   VINTAGE VENGEANCE: A DARLA DIGBY COZY MYSTERY (BOOK #5) is the fifth book in a new cozy mystery series by Fiona Grace, #1 bestselling author of Murder in the Manor , which has over 10,000 five star reviews!   When antiques expert Darla Digby decides it’s time for a change, she quits her appraiser job and seeks out rare antiques for wealthy clients. But when Darla finds herself having to solve a murder mystery, she gets more than she bargained for….   When Darla travels to acquire an exquisite Victorian-era desk, she doesn't bargain for unlocking a murder alongside its hidden compartments. As the quaint coastal town buzzes with rumors and accusations, it's up to Darla to decipher the artifact’s locked-away stories before the murderer decides her fate is sealed—in ink and blood.   Plunge into the enchanting world of the Darla Digby series, a place where adventure intertwines with witty humor and charming quirks. Here, you'll find a seamless blend of humor, heartfelt emotions, and unexpected twists. Be prepared to meet an endearing protagonist who is sure to win your heart and keep you engrossed until the early morning hours.   Future books in the series are also 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 ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “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 ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐    “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 ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   “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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Murder by the Book

Murder by the Book by Lauren Elliott

Addie Greyborne loved working with rare books at the Boston Public Library—she even got to play detective, tracking down clues about mysterious old volumes. But she didn’t expect her sleuthing skills to come in so handy in a little seaside town . . .   Addie left some painful memories behind in the big city, including the unsolved murder of her fiancé and her father’s fatal car accident. After an unexpected inheritance from a great aunt, she’s moved to a small New England town founded by her ancestors back in colonial times—and living in spacious Greyborne Manor, on a hilltop overlooking the harbor. Best of all, her aunt also left her countless first editions and other treasures—providing an inventory to start her own store.   But there’s trouble from day one, and not just from the grumpy woman who runs the bakery next door. A car nearly runs Addie down. Someone steals a copy of Alice in Wonderland . Then, Addie’s friend Serena, who owns a nearby tea shop, is arrested—for killing another local merchant. The police seem pretty sure they’ve got the story in hand, but Addie’s not going to let them close the book on this case without a fight . . .

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The Ghost and Christmas Magic

The Ghost and Christmas Magic by Bobbi Holmes

It’s Christmastime in Frederickport, and the twins and Emily Ann’s first Christmas. What magic is in store for the mediums of Beach Drive? It will be a Christmas they won’t forget. And neither will the rest of Frederickport. 

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How to Seal Your Own Fate

How to Seal Your Own Fate A Novel by Kristen Perrin

A NATIONAL BESTSELLER “A brilliant follow-up that proves Kristen Perrin is here to stay...A thrilling story that ends with a big reveal you won't see coming, even though the clues were in front of you the entire time!”—G.T. Karber, international bestselling author of Murdle New York Times bestselling author Kristen Perrin is back and better than ever with her second Castle Knoll Murder Mystery . Welcome to Castle Knoll, the idyllic English village home to a surprising number of murderers. Present day: Annie Adams is just settling into life in Castle Knoll when local fortune teller Peony Lane shares a cryptic message only hours before being found dead inside the locked Gravesdown Estate. Annie has no choice but to delve into the dark secrets of her new countryside home in order to find out just what Peony Lane was trying to warn her about, before her brand new life comes crashing down around her. 1967: Teenage Frances Adams, Annie’s great aunt, finds herself caught between two men. Ford Gravesdown is one of the only remaining members of a family known for its wealth and dubious uses of power. Archie Foyle is a local who can’t hold down a job and lives above the village pub. But when Frances teams up with Archie to investigate the car crash that killed most of Ford's family, it quickly becomes clear that this was no accident—hints of cover-ups, lies, and betrayals abound. The question is, just how far does the blackness creep through the heart of Castle Knoll? When Frances uncovers secrets kept by both Ford and Archie, she starts to wonder: What exactly has she gotten herself into? As Annie and Frances investigate two new mysteries spanning decades, they’ll unlock the next level of secrets held in Castle Knoll’s dark heart.

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The Ghost Walker

The Ghost Walker by Margaret Coel

New York Times bestselling author Margaret Coel explores the nature of evil in this “outstanding entry” ( Booklist ) in the Wind River Reservation Mystery series. Father John O'Malley comes across the corpse lying in a ditch beside the highway. When he returns with the police, it is gone. The Arapahos of the Wind River Reservation speak of Ghost Walkers — tormented souls caught between the earth and the spirit world, who are capable of anything. Then, within days, a young man disappears from the Reservation without a trace. A young woman is found brutally murdered. And as Father John and Arapaho lawyer Vicky Holden investigate these crimes, someone — or something — begins following them. Together, Vicky and Father John must draw upon ancient Arapaho traditions to stop a killer, explain the inexplicable, and put a ghost to rest...

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The Cat, The Quilt and The Corpse

The Cat, The Quilt and The Corpse A Cats in Trouble Mystery by Leann Sweeney

the author of the yellow rose mystery series, leann sweeney, is... "A welcome new voice in mystery fiction." (Jeff Abbott, bestselling author of Collision ...and her brand new series about adorable cats that just can't stay out of trouble is bound to be a hit! Jill's quiet life is shattered when her house is broken into and her Abyssinian, Syrah, goes missing. Jill's convinced her kitty's been catnapped. But when her cat-crime-solving leads her to a murdered body, suddenly all paws are pointing to Jill. Soon, Jill discovers that Syrah isn't the only purebred who's been stolen. Now she has to find these furry felines before they all become the prey of a cold-blooded killer-and she ends up nabbed for a crime...

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Bushwhacked

Bushwhacked A Cozy Mystery by Emily James

Sometimes the most beautiful places hide the darkest secrets… Former lawyer Nicole Fitzhenry-Dawes has packed up her life in Washington, D.C., to move to the tourist town of Fair Haven, Michigan, and take over the maple syrup business she inherited from her uncle. But trouble seems to find Nicole wherever she goes. Caught in a snow storm on her way into town, she hits what she thinks is a deer. It turns out to be the manager of the local animal shelter, and the collision isn’t the primary cause of death. Feeling guilty anyway, Nicole convinces the interim police chief to allow her to help with the case, even though she’s also busy trying to settle in to her new role as owner of Sugarwood and figure out her unusual friendship with the county medical examiner. As Nicole closes in on being able to put the killer behind bars, will she manage to find the evidence she needs before the murderer puts her in a cage—or a body bag—instead? Bushwhacked is the second book in Emily James’ Maple Syrup Mysteries . If you enjoy small-town settings, quirky characters, and a touch of romance, then you'll love this sweet, clean cozy mystery. Get it now!

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Secrets, Lies and Murder

Secrets, Lies and Murder by Cindy Kline

Be careful what you wish for… After a blissful honeymoon, Molly and Liam Fitzgerald are eager to settle into their new life together in Dooley. However, their plans for a peaceful start to married life are abruptly interrupted when Alaina Kincaid bursts into The Book Nook, panic etched on her face. Her sister, Enya Ward, has been missing for two agonizing weeks, and time is running out. Molly's pulse quickens as the memory of her troubling wish at the Wishing Well—an enchanting gift from her mischievous leprechaun friend, Finn—haunts her. Could her playful desire for Enya to vanish inadvertently unleashed a dark fate? With guilt weighing heavily on her heart, Molly is pulled into another perplexing mystery. To stave off her worries, Molly throws herself into the preparations for the highly anticipated Dooley Book Fair, an exciting event co-sponsored by Walsh Publishing. The festival promises book signings, engaging readings, and a rare opportunity for fans to meet literary luminaries. But just as Molly intends to immerse herself in the festivities, disaster strikes. Best-selling author Georgia Gaffner disappears mere hours before her keynote speech. As the pressure mounts and tensions rise, the stakes increase when a body is discovered on the fairgrounds, sending shockwaves through the community. With Liam’s involvement hindered by a conflict of interest, it falls to Molly and her intrepid Snoop Group to untangle the web of secrets surrounding the book fair, and when a shocking revelation has them racing against time, they must navigate layers of deception and discern friend from foe, all while the killer lurks closer than they realize. Will Molly decipher the chilling connections between her wish and the fresh string of chaos? Can she salvage the book fair and protect her beloved hometown from descending into turmoil? "Secrets, Lies and Murder" weaves a spellbinding tale of unforeseen consequences, fate, and the enduring bonds of community, proving that desperation and determination can lead to both delightful discoveries and deadly danger.

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Snowy Misery

Snowy Misery by Wendy Meadows

An Unexpected Guest Sarah Garland and best friend Amanda have just begun to acknowledge that winter is here to stay in Snow Falls, Alaska. With Sarah's new love interest Detective Conrad Spencer out of town on business, Sarah receives an unexpected call from her ex-husband Brad, determined to urgently meet her. With a number of unanswered questions on Sarah's mind, she reluctantly agrees. A Momentous Murder Yet after an unbearable meal at the Snow Falls diner, Brad is shockingly and mysteriously shot dead in front of the local establishment. A failed attempt on Sarah's own life afterwards reveals a cold hearted serial killer that Sarah recognizes. A Madman on the Loose As a former Los Angeles homicide detective, Sarah realizes that this deadly criminal, who was once captured and should be imprisoned, is now on her tail and out for revenge. Can Sarah, Detective Conrad, and Amanda stop this madman before he kills again?

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The Art of Murder

The Art of Murder The charming cozy mystery full of twists and turns from Fiona Walker by Fiona Walker

Welcome to the beautiful English village of Inkbury. whose only claim to fame is the picturesque riverside that once appeared in a Richard Curtis movie. That is, until the MURDER… Former stand-up comic Juno Mulligan has been suffering a serious sense-of-humour failure. Not only has she lost the love of her life, but she’s having to relocate to the (admittedly idyllic) village of Inkbury to watch out for her elderly mother, who she’s genuinely worried might be marrying a wife-killer. She hopes that her old friend, disgraced-journalist-turned-novelist Phoebe Fredericks can help her crack the case of whether her mother’s perma-tanned, iceberg-smiled, three-times-a-widower fiancé is hiding a murderous past. But before they have a chance, the local art dealer washes up distinctly dead in the village’s famous river. His lover is in the frame, but Juno and Phoebe suspect that there is a deeper secret… One that relates to Phoebe’s own past and Juno’s present. Will the unofficial Village Detective Agency solve the mystery before the killer strikes again? In sleepy Inkbury, as they soon discover, living one’s best midlife can be murder. An utterly gripping cozy crime mystery, from million-copy bestselling Fiona Walker, guaranteed to absolutely delight fans of Richard Osman, Janet Evanovich and the Reverend Richard Coles. Readers love Fiona Walker: ‘Loved it!!!! Couldn’t put it down… Keeps you on the edge of your seat.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Witty, addictive, and with plenty of drama to sink your teeth into… Entertaining from beginning to end… Fantastic.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘There were times when I belly laughed so loudly I had to put my hand in front of my mouth to stifle it. (This would be during a binge read until 2 a.m.)!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I stayed up WAY too late gulping down the last few hundred pages. I simply could not put it down!… I thoroughly enjoyed the sparkling wit… Pure escapism, pages and pages of thrilling relationships, turmoil and love.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘One of my all-time favourite authors… Love the characters, the plot, everything about it.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE THE WAY THIS UNFOLDS!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Walker writes with such vitality that all the characters are instantly brought to life. She’s funny, moving and not too OTT in her interpretation of life’s little eccentricities!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Laugh out loud funny!!!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I loved this so strongly and with such enthusiasm that I became devoted to Fiona Walker for life.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I love, love, love this book.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘One of my all time favourites. Laugh-out-loud funny in places, poignant and touching in others. This book really has it all. Incredibly well written’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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The Deep End

The Deep End by Julie Mulhern

Swimming into the lifeless body of her husband's mistress tends to ruin a woman's day, but becoming a murder suspect can ruin her whole life. It's 1974 and Ellison Russell's life revolves around her daughter and her art. She's long since stopped caring about her cheating husband, Henry, and the women with whom he entertains himself. That is, until she becomes a suspect in Madeline Harper's death. The murder forces Ellison to confront her husband's proclivities and his crimes—kinky sex, petty cruelties and blackmail. As the body count approaches par on the seventh hole, Ellison knows she has to catch a killer. But with an interfering mother, an adoring father, a teenage daughter, and a cadre of well-meaning friends demanding her attention, can Ellison find the killer before he finds her? "The Deep End is an enjoyable, frequently amusing mystery with a mixture of off-beat characters that create twists and turns . . . A fine start to this mystery series, one that is highly recommended." ---Mysterious Reviews

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Citizen Pain

Citizen Pain by Elise Sax

"With quirky characters reminiscent of Janet Evanovich's Stephanie Plum series and a small-town heroine redolent of Charlaine Harris' Sookie Stackhouse, Sax's second Matchmaker novel will no doubt delight fans and new readers alike." — RT Book Reviews It's me, again. Gladie Burger. If you know me, you know that I hate blood. And I hate root canals even more. But I finally have my first matchmaking client, and she works for the town's dentist. He says I need dental work. Of course, he has to knock me out to put a drill in my mouth. When I wake up, the dentist has been murdered, there's blood everywhere, and my first client is the number one suspect. If that's not bad enough, there's a cult in town waiting for an alien invasion, and they've declared war on the townspeople. Grandma says not to worry about the aliens or the murder because I have "The Gift," but she's definitely concerned about the hunka-hunka-burnin'-love neighbor who's hiding something. He, the Chief of Police, and I are locked in a triangle of attraction. Frankly, I don't know which way to turn…the annoying, womanizing metrosexual Chief of Police or the attentive lumberjack hottie who's way too secretive. First thing's first: I need to solve the mystery of the dead dentist, and I need to clear the name of my first matchmaking client. If I don't, she'll go to jail, and I'll be a failure as a matchmaker. And honestly, I can't resist a murder mystery. I'm the queen of nosy buttinskis. Do you blame me? Citizen Pain is the second book in the Matchmaker Mysteries series . It's a humorous, romantic small-town mystery.

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Bewitched Brew

Bewitched Brew A Bigfoot Bay Witches Paranormal Cozy Mystery Book 2 by Cat Larson

Killer leprechaun or drunken ramblings of the tavern fool? It's St. Patrick's Day and trouble's a-brewing in Bigfoot Bay. When a body is found floating in a vat of green beer at the local Irish pub, Samm Hain (aka reluctant witch extraordinaire) can't help but get charmed into the case. After all, she's stuck in a town named after a hairy beast with her fiancé-turned frog - what else has she got to do? Besides, she might have been the last one to see Old Man Callahan alive... ** Bewitched Brew is the second book in the Bigfoot Bay Witches cozy mystery series. It's not necessary to read book one first as each book has its own mystery. But due to the overarching storyline, it'd be more fun to catch up afterward! ** The Bigfoot Bay Witches cozy mystery series: Witch on Ice  - Book 1 Bewitched Brew  - Book 2 Witch Bane and The Croaking Game  - Book 3 Witch Haunt  - Book 4 The Witch is Back  - Book 5 The Big Day Brew-HaHa  - Book 6

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The Hitwoman Gets Her Man

The Hitwoman Gets Her Man A Comical Crime Caper by JB Lynn

When her boyfriend mysteriously vanishes, Maggie Lee doesn’t know what to think.    She wants to search for him, but her efforts are hampered by a friend needing her help and the fact that she’s supposed to be babysitting her nieces for the weekend. Little kids and sleuthing don’t exactly go hand-in-hand.   Then Maggie receives an upsetting phone call that knocks her for a loop. Thankfully cooler heads prevail (namely that of a grammatically challenged Doberman pinscher – who woulda thunk it?!).   Determined to figure out exactly what’s happened to her missing boyfriend, she sets off with an unexpected ally and some new friends to find him.   Can Maggie get her man back? Or will they both fall victim to a rabbit-trapping, fire-setting psycho?

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Bunburry - Episode 10-12

Bunburry - Episode 10-12 A Cosy Mystery Compilation by Helena Marchmont

Miss Marple meets Oscar Wilde in this new series of cosy mysteries set in the picturesque Cotswolds village of Bunburry. Here, fudge-making and quaffing real ale in the local pub are matched by an undercurrent of passion, jealousy, hatred and murder - laced with a welcome dose of humour. This compilation contains episodes 10-12. SINNERS AND SAINTS Harold Wilson loathes Bunburry's vicar, Philip Brown - and is thrilled by the chance of locking him up for a local crime. When Reverend Brown refuses to defend himself or produce an alibi, it's up to the Bunburry Triangle to uncover what's going on. MURDER AT THE MAGNOLIA INN Bunburry is about to be enhanced by the late Mrs Benson's mansion being transformed into a luxury hotel. But when the project is sabotaged, who is responsible? After damage comes death, and it's up to amateur sleuth Alfie McAlister and his friends to uncover the truth. POISON IVY The Magnolia Inn is hosting surprise birthday celebrations for Liz and Marge. But when Alfie McAlister meets the glamorous widow Francesca Fairfax Adams, he puts himself and his best friend Oscar in terrible danger ...

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Back to School Murder - Leslie Meier Cover Art

Back to School Murder

Back to School Murder by Leslie Meier

An assistant principal is found dead and a sleuthing mom studies the clues: “Captivating, well-written, and just plain fun.”— Tulsa World   It’s back to school time in the peaceful Maine town of Tinker’s Cove, and for Lucy Stone, mother of four, it isn’t a moment too soon. But trouble at the local elementary school soon has the sometime crime-solver juggling family, job, and night classes with another mystery. And it starts with a bang. A bomb goes off with the noon lunch bell, but not before all the kids are safely evacuated, and Carol Crane, the new assistant principal, is hailed as a hero. But days later, Carol is found murdered and everyone is stunned when the most popular teacher at the school is arrested for the crime. However, not everyone is buying the open-and-shut case, including Lucy, who’s about to uncover some sizzling secrets and explosive surprises—and get an education in the fine art of murder—in this “lively” mystery from the New York Times -bestselling author ( Publishers Weekly ).   “I like Lucy Stone a lot, and so will readers.”—Carolyn Hart, New York Times -bestselling author of the Bailey Ruth Mysteries

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The Ghost of Christmas Sweet: A Sweet’s Sweets Bakery Mystery - Connie Shelton Cover Art

The Ghost of Christmas Sweet: A Sweet’s Sweets Bakery Mystery

The Ghost of Christmas Sweet: A Sweet’s Sweets Bakery Mystery by Connie Shelton

USA Today bestselling author Connie Shelton introduces her newest Samantha Sweet cozy mystery. With nearly 2 million books sold and downloaded in more than 110 countries, find out what the fuss is all about! Samantha Sweet is back at Sweet’s Sweets, turning out her amazing cakes and pastries for the busy holiday season, when Emily Plankhurst, the new young librarian in town, stops in. Emily tells Sam a strange story involving a hidden niche in the library revealed to her in a vision, supposedly, by her dead grandmother. Would anyone believe this farfetched story? Possibly not anyone but Sam, who has had more than a few unexplained occurrences in her own life. It turns out the hidden space contains a rare painting, The Ghost of Christmas, which was believed to have been destroyed in a fire twenty-five years ago at the luxury home of a hedge fund billionaire. A young man died in the fire and the insurance company paid the claim for the valuable painting. But now that the painting has turned up, how can Emily prove that her own grandfather wasn’t the one behind the arson? It's a sticky situation when she approaches Sam with the case. If she turns the painting over to the authorities they will almost certainly believe that her grandfather was involved in the theft of the piece and most likely complicit in insurance fraud as well. Would the police actually take him out of the Alzheimer care facility where he now resides and throw him in jail? Emily’s only chance of saving her grandfather’s life, and the reputation of the family-founded library, is to investigate the old crime and find out who really stole The Ghost of Christmas. And Samantha is the only person she can trust to help her, one of the few who remembers when the fire started and the insurance claim was paid. It’s a Christmas mystery with a lot of twists and turns! Readers are raving about these lighthearted, relaxing, well-written books—Samantha may not be young, beautiful or have the perfect body, but she is intelligent, independent, and hard working, the kind of person you feel you already know. ~ ~ ~ Praise for Connie Shelton’s previous mysteries: “The best yet!! Not only was Sweet Magic fantastic, it left me dying to see where life is headed for Samantha and her family! Heart-gripping, fast-paced, and amazing.” – J.J. 5-stars, online review “LOVE, LOVE these books!” —5 stars, online review “Fantastic! Impossible to put down!” – 5 stars, Amazon reader “Shelton again has done a superb job in bringing New Mexico to life.” —Albuquerque Journal “Connie Shelton gets better with every book she writes.” —The Midwest Book Review

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Teatime Pastries and Punishments - Leighann Dobbs Cover Art

Teatime Pastries and Punishments

Teatime Pastries and Punishments by Leighann Dobbs

A Classic English Village Whodunit that combines characters from two of USA Today Bestselling Author Leighann Dobbs’ most beloved series in a humorous whodunit that will keep you guessing until the end.  A dead body in the koi pond of the Twigsledge Flower Show is nothing unusual for amateur sleuth Ida Johnston who is vacationing in the English village where the show is being held. She’s sure she can solve the crime before afternoon tea, especially since she already has her first suspect - the strange cat-attracting woman who is vacationing in the cottage next to her. Elspeth Whipple is no slouch when it comes to solving murders, either. It hasn’t escaped her notice that the strange scone-stealing woman in the cottage next to her doesn’t seem to be disturbed by the body.  Could that be because the woman put it there? When their amateur sleuthing puts them on the radar of the local police, the two women are forced to team up in order to clear their names. Finding the killer is no easy task, however, especially when the entire village had reason to want the victim dead. This stand-alone mystery combines characters from the Mystic Notch Cozy Mystery Series and the Lexy Baker Cozy Mystery Series and is perfect for fans of Miss Marple, Midsomer Murders and Murder She Wrote. 

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The Hitwoman Investigates

The Hitwoman Investigates A Comical Crime Caper by JB Lynn

Maggie Lee knows she should "just say no"  to retired US Marshal Lawrence Griswald when he asks for her help. But when has Maggie ever NOT helped a  family member? At Griswald's request she partners with Nat Hunting to figure out what the hold up is with Griswald getting his private investigator license. It doesn't sound that complicated or dangerous, but somehow Maggie ends up dancing with an octopus, breaking into a morgue, and facing off against a killer (armed only with a magnifying glass). She’ll need the help of her loyal pets, some psychic guidance and more than a smidge of luck to survive this investigation.

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Bound for Murder: A Lethal Lexicon (A Juliet Page Cozy Mystery—Book 2) - Audrey Shine Cover Art

Bound for Murder: A Lethal Lexicon (A Juliet Page Cozy Mystery—Book 2)

Bound for Murder: A Lethal Lexicon (A Juliet Page Cozy Mystery—Book 2) by Audrey Shine

Librarian Juliet Page decides to pursue her dream, and to restart her life in a small town in the UK, and open her own rare bookshop. But the grand opening of her bookstore takes a dark turn when a rare book sale ends in murder--and she's the prime suspect. Can she decipher the clues hidden in the dusty pages and clear her name before it's too late?   BOUND FOR MURDER: A LETHAL LEXICON (A Juliet Page Cozy Mystery—Book 2) is the second novel in a new series by cozy mystery author Audrey Shine. The series begins with BOUND FOR MURDER: A HARDCOVER HOMICIDE (Book 1).   A charming cozy mystery series, Juliet Page will pull you right into its quaint setting, captivate you with its enchanting atmosphere, and make it impossible to stop reading. With unexpected plot twists and a perplexing mystery to unravel, this page-turner will keep you engaged late into the night, all while you fall in love with its unforgettable main character.   Future books in the series are also available!

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A Yarn Shop to Die For

A Yarn Shop to Die For by M.P. Black

On the anniversary of her mom’s death, Alice joins her friends at a new knitting club at Blithedale’s yarn shop. But when the host is murdered—with a knitting needle piercing her heart—old mysteries begin to unravel. Why would the killer brazenly commit murder in a room full of people? Who’s sending poison-pen postcards? And what role did Alice’s mom play in the decades-old scandal that sent the local minister and his family packing? Alice must dig deep to catch the killer. And face the horrifying possibility that her mom may be to blame for Blithedale’s greatest injustice. Welcome back to Blithedale! Join Alice and her friends in book 5 of the Wonderland Books Cozy Mystery series for a tangled mystery—and an ode to small-town friendships. What readers say about M.P. Black’s books: ★★★★★ “If you enjoy mysteries, this is a must-read!” ★★★★★ “A great adventure, looking forward to reading more from this author.” ★★★★★ “The story unfolded straight away and I wanted to get to know all the people.”

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The Incident of the Book in the Nighttime - Vicki Delany Cover Art

The Incident of the Book in the Nighttime

The Incident of the Book in the Nighttime A Sherlock Holmes Bookshop Mystery by Vicki Delany

Bookshop owner Gemma Doyle heads to London for a wedding, but when a body is found in connection with a rare book, Gemma sets out to sleuth the slaying in bestselling author Vicki Delany's tenth Sherlock Holmes Bookshop mystery. Gemma Doyle and her friends have packed their bags and headed to London for her sister Pippa’s wedding. Waiting for her in the hotel lobby is none other than Gemma’s ex-husband, Paul Erikson. Paul has a rare book he wants her to see—calling it “the real deal”—so Gemma agrees to meet him at their old shop, Trafalgar Fine Books, the following day. But when Gemma arrives, accompanied by Grant, a rare book dealer, they find Paul dead in his office. Paul had been down on his luck, but Gemma never expected this. Had he borrowed money from people he shouldn’t have? And where is the valuable book he was so anxious for Gemma to see? It’s nowhere to be found in the shop. Because of their previous relationship, Gemma feels she owes something to Paul and vows to find his killer. As Gemma and her best friend Jayne Wilson follow Paul’s trail of friends, enemies, clients, and ex-lovers through London to Yorkshire, she realizes the puzzle of Paul’s last days is more twisted than she originally thought. This mystery is anything but elementary, and Gemma and Jayne have to use all their wit to get to the bottom of it before their time in London—or in life—is over.

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Thus Was Adonis Murdered

Thus Was Adonis Murdered A Novel by Sarah Caudwell

A young woman accused of murder while on holiday in Venice enlists a friend to come help her—but once they begin unraveling clues, there’s no telling what else will come to light.   “Sarah Caudwell is one of my very favorite mystery writers.”—A. J. Finn, New York Times bestselling author of The Woman in the Window His was a body to die for . . .   Set to have a vacation away from her home life and the tax man, young barrister Julia Larwood takes a trip to Italy with her art-loving boyfriend. But when her personal copy of the current Finance Act is found a few meters away from a dead body, Julia finds herself caught up in a complex fight against the Inland Revenue.    Fortunately, she’s able to call on her fellow colleagues who enlist the help of their friend Oxford professor Hilary Tamar. However, all is not what it seems. Could Julia’s boyfriend in fact be an employee of the establishment she has been trying to escape from? And how did her romantic luxurious holiday end in murder? Don’t miss any of Sarah Caudwell’s riveting Hilary Tamar mysteries: THUS WAS ADONIS MURDERED • THE SHORTEST WAY TO HADES • THE SIRENS SANG OF MURDER • THE SIBYL IN HER GRAVE

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Murder, She Reported

Murder, She Reported by Peg Cochran

A Park Avenue princess discovers the dark side of 1930s New York when a debutante ball turns deadly in this gripping historical mystery for readers of  Victoria Thompson, Susan Elia MacNeal, and Rhys Bowen. Manhattan, 1938. Tired of being trapped in the gilded cage of her family’s expectations, Elizabeth Adams has done what no self-respecting socialite would think to do: She’s gotten herself a job. Although Elizabeth’s dream is to one day see her photographs on the front page of the Daily Trumpet , for now she’s working her way up as the newsroom’s gal Friday. But fetching coffee isn’t exactly her idea of fun. So when veteran reporter Ralph Kaminsky needs a photographer to fill in for a last-minute assignment, Elizabeth jumps at the chance. At the Waldorf Hotel, Elizabeth is tasked with tracking down the season’s “It girl,” Gloria DeWitt, who will be making her society debut. Working her own connections to New York’s upper crust, Elizabeth manages to land an exclusive interview with Gloria. Then Gloria’s stepmother is shot dead in a Waldorf bathroom, placing Elizabeth at the scene of a headline-worthy scandal: “Murder of a Society Dame.” Now Elizabeth will have to get the scoop on the killer before her good name gets dragged through the gossip columns—or worse. . . . Elizabeth Adams will return in  Murder, She Uncovered !

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Misfit Mutts and Mayhem

Misfit Mutts and Mayhem by Carly Winter

Enjoy this humorous cozy mystery box set with quirky characters by USA Today best selling author Carly Winter… Someone killed a man. Someone set her up to take the fall. When a local bar owner is murdered, Gina Dunner doesn't give the event much notice—until the police find her DNA at the crime scene. With no known connection to the victim, Gina realizes she's being framed. Alongside her quirky, talking dog, Daisy, Gina sets out to clear her name and uncover the real killer. She unearths a suspect list full of unsavory characters—each seemingly more guilty than the last. But none of them had the opportunity to plant the incriminating evidence. Could the killer and the person framing her be different people? As Gina and her friends hatch a desperate plan to reveal the murderer and discover who planted her DNA, a shocking revelation comes to light. It will shake Gina to her core, and the citizens of Heywood may never be the same again. If you love cozy mysteries featuring a sassy talking dog, a small town, a sense of community, and a bit of romance, then this cozy mystery series is for you!

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Killer Research

Killer Research by Jenn McKinlay

Spring has sprung in Briar Creek, but it is not all sunshine and roses, in the newest Library Lover's Mystery from the  New York Times  bestselling author of  One for the Books . Spring is livening up Briar Creek after a long, cold winter, and newlyweds Lindsey and Sully could not be happier. Even though the upcoming mayoral election is getting heated, everything else in town is coming up daffodils...until a body is found. Ms. Cole, a librarian and current candidate for town mayor, is shocked when she opens her trunk to discover a murder victim who just so happens to be a guy she dated forty years ago and the founder of the baking empire Nana's Cookies. As the town gossip mill turns, a batch of rumors begins to circulate about Ms. Cole's rebellious youth, which--along with being a murder suspect--threatens to ruin her life and her budding political career. But Ms. Cole is one tough cookie who will not go down without a fight. Has the campaign for mayor turned deadly? It is up to Lindsey, Sully, and the rest of the crafternoon pals to see how the cookie crumbles and figure out who is trying to frame Ms. Cole for murder and why.

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Deadly Treasures

Deadly Treasures by Vivian Conroy

‘Vivian Conroy's series gets more exciting, adventurous, and dangerous each new books.’ Nikkia's Reviews A refreshing break by the Cornish seaside puts Lady Alkmene on the trail of a legendary treasure with deadly appeal. Lady Alkmene has little interest in marriage and abhors her father’s matchmaking. But when he encourages her to visit a potential suitor at an archaeological dig in Cornwall, she agrees if only for the excitement of hunting for treasure. When she arrives to find her intended under arrest for murder, Lady Alkmene wonders if the death is related to the fortune at stake and the local lore connected with the treasure. Teaming up again with fellow sleuth Jake Dubois, they dig into fascinating local history and explore personal tensions within the archaeological team. As they unravel a web of secrets and lies, can they expose the real killer before someone else gets hurt? The twenties have never been so dangerous! Join Lady Alkmene on her hunt for missing heirs, stolen diamonds and legendary treasures in the Lady Alkmene Mysteries: 1. A Proposal to Die For 2. Diamonds of Death 3. Deadly Treasures 4. A Fatal Masquerade Packed with glamour, danger, eccentric characters and atmospheric locations, each book can be read as standalone and in random order. Praise for Vivian Conroy ‘Wow, I very much loved this book. It is the first I've read by Vivian but most definitely will not be the last.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Ms Conroy’s writing is fresh and entertaining, it’s like an episode of Miss Fisher Murder Mysteries sprinkled with what I can only describe as a good old-fashioned Miss Marple.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Both the story and characters were well written and whenever I had to put the book down I couldn’t wait to start reading again.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This would suit anyone who has not so far stepped into the world of cosy mysteries and if you are already a fan, this will not disappoint.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Loved every minute of this.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reviews Readers love Vivian Conroy’s Mysteries! ‘ A good old-fashioned whodunit’ ‘Vivian most definitely did not disappoint’ ‘Engaging, well written, and entertaining’ ‘Fantastic stories’ ‘If you like a really good mystery on a par with Christie then this is for you’ About the author VIVIAN CONROY discovered Agatha Christie at thirteen and devoured all the Poirot and Miss Marple stories. Even more fun than reading was thinking up her own fog-filled alleys, missing heirs and priceless artefacts. So Vivian created feisty Lady Alkmene and reporter Jake Dubois sleuthing in 1920s’ London and the countryside, first appearing in A Proposal to Die For. For the latest on #LadyAlkmene, with a dash of dogs and chocolate, follow Vivian on Twitter via @VivWrites

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Mardi Gras Murder

Mardi Gras Murder A Cajun Country Mystery by Ellen Byron

USA Today –bestselling author Southern charm meets the dark mystery of the bayou as a hundred-year flood, a malicious murder, and a most unusual Mardi Gras converge at the Crozat Plantation B&B It’s Mardi Gras season on the bayou, which means parades, pageantry, and gumbo galore. But when a flood upends life in the tiny town of Pelican, Louisiana—and deposits a body of a stranger behind the Crozat Plantation B&B—the celebration takes a decidedly dark turn. The citizens of Pelican are ready to, “ Laissez les bon temps rouler ”—but there’s beaucoup bad blood on hand this Mardi Gras. Maggie Crozat is determined to give the stranger a name and find out why he was murdered. The post-flood recovery has delayed the opening of a controversial exhibit about the little-known Louisiana Orphan Train. And when a judge for the Miss Pelican Mardi Gras Gumbo Queen pageant is shot, Maggie’s convinced the murder is connected to the body on the bayou. Does someone covet the pageant queen crown enough to kill for it? Could the deaths be related to the Orphan Train, which delivered its last charges to Louisiana in 1929? The leads are thin on this Fat Tuesday—and until the killer is unmasked, no one in Pelican is safe. A simmering gumbo of a humorous whodunit, Mardi Gras Murder is the fourth piquant installment in USA Today – bestselling author Ellen Byron’s award-winning Cajun Country mysteries.

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Silenced by a Spell (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 7)

Silenced by a Spell (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 7) by Fiona Grace

"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 ) SILENCED BY A SPELL (A LACEY DOYLE COZY MYSTERY—BOOK 7) is book seven in a charming new cozy mystery series which begins with MURDER IN THE MANOR (Book #1), a #1 Bestseller with over 100 five-star reviews—and a free download! Lacey Doyle, 39 years old and freshly divorced, has made a drastic change: she has walked away from the fast life of New York City and settled down in the quaint English seaside town of Wilfordshire. With Halloween fast approaching, Lacey lucks out when she’s given a rare, ancient book that’s perfect for her upcoming spooky auction. But after the book is sold to a buyer, the mysterious book vanishes before she can deliver it. Even stranger, the equally mysterious seller has disappeared—just as a body turns up dead. With her reputation on the line, Lacey finds herself in the fight of her life to save her business and clear her name—and, with the help of her beloved dog, to solve the mysterious disappearance. FRAMED BY A FORGERY (Book #8), and CATASTROPHE IN A CLOISTER (Book #9) are also available!

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