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 Ghost and Christmas Magic by Bobbi Holmes.

The book chart of the most popular cozy mystery novels was last updated on November 30, 2025.

Apple Books Chart: Cozy Mystery Novels 2025

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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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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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Mince Pies and Murder

Mince Pies and Murder Spend Christmas 2025 solving this cosy mystery full of festive spirit and small-town charm by J.R. Leigh

The BRAND NEW instalment in the Morwenna Mutton Mystery series from MILLION COPY BESTSELLER Judy Leigh, perfect for fans of Richard Osman and Janice Hallett! 🎄🩸🔍 Have yourself a deadly little Christmas... 👀 As Christmas approaches in the Cornish town of Seal Bay, festive cheer fills the air. Sparkling trees and twinkling lights adorn every corner, and Morwenna Mutton, the sharp-witted sexagenarian sleuth, is eagerly counting down the days. But when local author Pawly Yelland is discovered dead, a champagne flute in one hand and a mince pie in the other, it seems this Christmas will be anything but merry. Pawly had made no secret of his disdain for some of the local crowd — and now, with his death, a long list of suspects emerges. As the police begin narrowing down those with a motive, Morwenna knows she’s the only one who can uncover the truth and restore some yuletide magic to Seal Bay. But things take a darker turn. Mysterious Christmas cards arrive on doorsteps, and sightings of a sinister Santa-costumed figure at windows only add to the growing tension. Can Morwenna solve the murder before Christmas is ruined for good? If you love The Thursday Murder Club, Agatha Christie and Richard Coles then you'll love The Morwenna Mutton mysteries! Readers love Judy Leigh and Morwenna Mutton: ‘This is a cosy crime story with some gentle sleuthing, full of twists and turns, and even a little romance, although things do turn pretty hair-raising at times for Morwenna. The inhabitants of Seal Bay are charming, vibrant and humorous and there is plenty to love in this thoroughly engrossing story. Morwenna makes a great lead character and I am keen to read more in this lovely series.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘I adore all Judy Leigh’s books. They are warm, witty, welcoming and extremely well executed. I always know I will be in for a treat when I pick up one of her books.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘It's a cozy type mystery with family, drama and even a little romance thrown in, showing that you are never too old- for anything if you put your mind to it. A brilliantly entertaining read, I look forward to more in the series.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Morwenna is truly unique. At a time when most women would be happy to take it easy, she is intent on taking on more. Her work and family are important to her, but it is her determination to solve a mystery that makes her stand out. She is feisty and unrelenting. She puts herself in peril again and again, never stopping to consider the danger. A great mystery with a fantastic leading lady.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘Well written with an enjoyable mystery. I really like the fact Judy Leigh peoples her books with more mature characters and Morwenna is one of my favourites.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ‘As well as the humour and wit in her novels and the fabulous characters and stories, her settings are excellent too. In the Morwenna Mutton series, Seal Bay comes to life with its coast, all the little shops around and the people who live and work in the area. It’s all so easy to picture and you feel like you are there, right in with all the action.’ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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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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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 'I LOVED this book! I practically inhaled it within a few hours. This was such a cosy read and it’s put me in a very festive mood' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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!: 'A gentle, absorbing mystery which I enjoyed so much that I'm now going to go back to the beginning of Violet Brewster's adventures and acquaint myself with books 1-4' DEBBIE YOUNG '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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Beachfront Bakery: A Malicious Meringue (A Beachfront Bakery Cozy Mystery—Book 7) - Fiona Grace Cover Art

Beachfront Bakery: A Malicious Meringue (A Beachfront Bakery Cozy Mystery—Book 7)

Beachfront Bakery: A Malicious Meringue (A Beachfront Bakery Cozy Mystery—Book 7) 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 ) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐   BEACHFRONT BAKERY: A MALICIOUS MERINGUE (BOOK #7) is the seventh book in a charming and hilarious cozy mystery series by Fiona Grace, #1 bestselling author of Murder in the Manor , which has over 10,000 five star reviews! The series begins with A KILLER CUPCAKE (BOOK #1).   Former sous chef-turned-beachside bakery owner Allison Sweet’s recipe for success is tested when a journalist sampling her new meringue cookies ends up dead, leaving Allison in a sticky situation. She must whisk through clues to frost out the real culprit before her bakery's reputation—and her freedom—are burnt to a crisp.   A hilarious cozy mystery series, packed with twists, turns, romance, food, and unexpected adventure, the BEACHFRONT BAKERY series will keep you laughing and turning pages late into the night as you fall in love with an endearing female protagonist who will capture your heart.   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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Pet Whisperer P.I. Books 4-6

Pet Whisperer P.I. Books 4-6 by Molly Fitz

Three Chaotic Cat Mysteries with a Psychic Twist She Can Talk to Animals. Unfortunately, They All Have Opinions. Angie Russo didn't ask to become a psychic pet detective, but a freak accident turned her into the go-to girl for animals with problems. Chief among them? One incredibly demanding tabby named Octavius who insists his past must be avenged. This boxed set includes Dog-Eared Delinquent , The Cat Caper , and Chihuahua Conspiracy . Join Angie as she uncovers the truth behind her mysterious new gift, contends with Octo-Cat's emotional baggage, and tries to keep her sanity intact when a tiny new dog moves in and chaos follows. If you love quirky cozy mysteries with talking animals, small-town secrets, and reluctant heroines, this collection is your next escape. Start reading books four through six in the Pet Whisperer P.I. series today.

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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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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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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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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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Murder on an Italian Island

Murder on an Italian Island An addictive cozy murder mystery from T. A. Williams by T A Williams

Don't miss a BRAND NEW instalment in the page-turning Armstrong & Oscar Cozy Mystery series by bestselling author T.A. Williams. Gorgeous Tuscany, a gripping murder mystery featuring a retired DCI and his loyal companion, Oscar.🐶 It really is murder in paradise! A holiday island… When private investigator, Dan Armstrong, and his girlfriend, Anna, are invited to the gorgeous island of Elba for a much-needed break, he jumps at the chance. The thought of sun-drenched shores makes Dan promise Anna he won't “play detective” for a whole week… A luxury hotel… Their luxurious hotel, with its wonderful food and picturesque seaside views, seems the perfect escape, especially with Dan's best friend Virgilio and his wife joining them. But the calm shatters with a sinister encounter and a sudden, suspicious death... A decades old case… Virgilio’s past connection to the victim casts a long shadow, pulling Dan into a decades-old case. But beneath Elba’s beauty lie secrets and resentments. The victim was universally hated, but was his death the result of foul play or just a tragic accident? With his faithful canine companion, Oscar, Dan must unravel the island's mysteries, a task that soon takes a decidedly personal and unsettling turn. Praise for T. A. Williams: 'A fun mystery and a good read with descriptions of Portofino that made me want to go book a flight. Dan and Oscar are a great team and kept me guessing!' Bestselling author Anita Davison 'T A Williams whisked me away to the beautiful Italian riviera in the company of an ex-pat private investigator and his gorgeous doggy sidekick on the case of a missing teacher. What a team, and what an adventure!!' Bestselling author Kate Wells 'The perfect combination of character, setting and plot, heralding an addictive new cozy mystery series!' Bestselling author Debbie Young 'Watching unassuming detective Dan Armstrong wheedle the truth out of folks is great fun. Highly Entertaining read!' Bestselling author Kelly Oliver 'Dan and Oscar are great company in a sun-drenched mystery that keeps you guessing right till the end.' Bestselling author Michelle Salter

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Merry Murder Season

Merry Murder Season by Lynn Cahoon

Jill Gardner—or as she’s now known, Jill King—is working to provide gifts for needy kids this Christmas. But someone’s about to puncture the holiday spirit . . . Jill’s store, Coffee, Books, and More, is co-sponsoring a charity dart tournament on Thanksgiving weekend with Chip’s Bar, where toys and cash will be collected. She and her new husband, Greg, will be competing as well—that is, if Greg’s brother and his girlfriend don’t ruin the evening. But the event leads to something much worse than a family squabble when the bar owner is found dead the next morning after being used as a human dartboard . . . Jill and her police-detective hubby both aim to find the killer—but scoring a bullseye will be hard since the place was packed with a rowdy crowd of locals and a platoon of stuffed-animal-toting, very competitive motorcyclists. And with the night’s big haul of cash donations left untouched, what could possibly be the motive for this murder?

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Miss Silver Series 5-7

Miss Silver Series 5-7 5. The Chinese Shawl 6. Miss Silver Deals With Death 7. The Clock Strikes Twelve by Patricia Wentworth

Patricia Wentworth’s Miss Silver Series continues with Danger Point , The Chinese Shawl , and Miss Silver Intervenes , solidifying Miss Maud Silver’s reputation as one of the most quietly formidable detectives in classic British mystery fiction. In Danger Point (also published as In the Balance), a young woman narrowly escapes a suspicious accident and, on the brink of marriage, fears someone close to her wants her dead. Miss Silver, with her blend of warmth and precision, untangles the dark motives hidden beneath domestic normalcy. In The Chinese Shawl, a family gathering in a grand country house turns deadly when secrets linked to an old love affair resurface, and Miss Silver must trace a murder rooted in jealousy and revenge. Miss Silver Intervenes brings her into wartime London, where she investigates a murder among evacuees and socialites, uncovering treachery disguised as friendship. Across these novels, Wentworth refines her signature mix of cozy domestic suspense and moral clarity. Miss Silver’s genteel manners conceal razor-sharp insight into human nature, proving that evil often hides in polite society. Her quiet perseverance and unfailing sense of justice make her both comforting and formidable—an enduring symbol of order triumphing over chaos.

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Murder in Tuscany

Murder in Tuscany The start of a page-turning cozy mystery series from T A Williams by T A Williams

Let bestselling author T.A. Williams transport you to Tuscany in this gripping murder mystery A remote retreat… Nestled high in the Tuscan hills lies Villa Volpone, home to renowned crime writer Jonah Moore and his creative writing course. It’s also the last place retired DCI Dan Armstrong expected to spend his retirement! Dan’s no writer, but maybe this break will help him to think about the next chapter in his own life story? A gruesome murder… But only days into the course, Jonah Moore is found stabbed to death with his award-winning silver dagger! And Dan finds himself pulled out of retirement with a killer to catch. Eleven possible suspects. The other guests all seem shocked by Jonah’s death, but Dan knows that one of them must be lying. And as he and Italian Inspector Virgilio Pisano begin to investigate it quickly becomes clear that everyone at Villa Volpone has secrets to hide… But can Dan discover who the murderer is before they strike again? Perfect for fans of Lee Strauss and Beth Byers. Praise for T A Williams: 'A fun mystery and a good read with descriptions of Portofino that made me want to go book a flight. Dan and Oscar are a great team and kept me guessing!' Bestselling author Anita Davison 'T A Williams whisked me away to the beautiful Italian riviera in the company of an ex-pat private investigator and his gorgeous doggy sidekick on the case of a missing teacher. What a team, and what an adventure!!' Bestselling author Kate Wells 'The perfect combination of character, setting and plot, heralding an addictive new cozy mystery series!' Bestselling author Debbie Young 'Watching unassuming detective Dan Armstrong weddle the truth out of folks is great fun. Highly Entertaining read!' Bestselling author Kelly Oliver 'Dan and Oscar are great company in a sun-drenched mystery that keeps you guessing right till the end.' Bestselling author Michelle Salter

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Murder in Merrywell

Murder in Merrywell by Jane Bettany

Welcome to Merrywell. Population: small. Secrets: aplenty. ‘Murder in Merrywell is an entertaining and engaging cozy mystery set against a beautiful backdrop.’ – Clare Chase Ex-journalist Violet Brewster is keen to make a good first impression in her new community, having just moved to the small village of Merrywell. When Violet hears about the mystery of Helen Slingsby, who disappeared from the village forty years earlier, she decides to help uncover what happened. But despite Violet’s best efforts, she can find no trace of the missing woman. As Violet talks to the other residents, it becomes apparent that something sinister is lurking beneath the village’s idyllic exterior. When a villager is found dead in their home, Violet becomes convinced that the murder is connected to Helen. Did Helen ever really leave Merrywell? Who in the village is hiding something? And can Violet finally solve this forty-year-old mystery before someone else gets hurt? An utterly gripping and page-turning English cozy mystery, perfect for fans of Clare Chase, Frances Evesham and Betty Rowlands. Readers LOVE Murder in Merrywell! 'A perfect cozy 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 ‘Violet Brewster is everything you could want in an amateur sleuth; empathetic, determined, and ruthless in her quest for truth… A must read!’ Charlotte Baker ‘Interesting characters, and the story is funny, thrilling and touching. A very good combination.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Murder in Merrywell has moments that will make you laugh out loud! I recommend to all readers.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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 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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Miss Silver Series 1-3

Miss Silver Series 1-3 1. Grey Mask 2. The Case Is Closed 3. Lonesome Road by Patricia Wentworth

Patricia Wentworth’s Miss Silver Series—beginning with Grey Mask , followed by The Case is Closed and Lonesome Road —introduces readers to one of classic detective fiction’s most beloved sleuths: Miss Maud Silver, a retired governess turned private investigator. In Grey Mask, Miss Silver makes her debut when Charles Moray returns from abroad to discover a criminal gang plotting murder—and his former fiancée entangled in it. Miss Silver’s calm intelligence and discreet methods unravel the conspiracy, establishing her as a shrewd observer of human behavior. In The Case is Closed, she helps a woman prove her cousin’s innocence in a murder case dismissed by everyone else, exposing family secrets and buried motives. Lonesome Road finds her protecting a young heiress threatened by an unknown enemy within her household, blending suspense with psychological insight. Across these first three novels, Miss Silver emerges as a figure of quiet authority—polite, knitting calmly while seeing through lies and fear. Wentworth combines genteel domestic settings with sharp mystery plotting, creating a world where justice, patience, and human understanding prevail.

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The Mistletoe Murder Club

The Mistletoe Murder Club A screamingly funny festive mystery perfect for fans of The Thursday Murder Club. BRAND NEW for Christmas 2025 by Katie Marsh

Don't miss this BRAND-NEW screamingly funny festive mystery that fans of Richard Osman, Agatha Christie, and How to Kill Men and Get Away With It will ADORE 🔎🎄🕵️‍♀️ Roll up, roll up… this year’s Christmas show has a twist you won’t see coming… murder! 🩸🔪 When Clio – a former actress and current struggling private detective – manages to score a key role in the town’s Christmas pantomime, she’s secretly delighted. At last, perhaps, her talents will be recognized? It’s all going dramatically well, until their esteemed director is found murdered on the opening night. And Clio knows it’s up to her to find out who the mistletoe murderer is. She knows her best chance of capturing the culprit is to bring her best friends Amber and Jeanie into the cast. Even if the best way to sneak them in is to carefully conceal them both in a pantomime cow costume. But before she can cry ‘he’s behind you’, all of them will be in danger for their lives, as there’s a murderer with only one thing on their mind… to bring the curtain down on the Mistletoe Murder Club. Forever. Readers love Katie Marsh’s hilarious mysteries: ‘For lovers of the Thursday Murder Club, this is an equally compelling read, friends united together to solve a murder for which one of them is in the frame.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Such a brilliant and fun mystery, set in a small town full of secrets. The characters were brilliant and the twist was gripping. Can’t wait for more!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Devoured this in 24 hours!’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘So gripping and so dark. Had to stay up very late to finish it – I inhaled it! I can’t wait for this to come out and for y’all to lose your minds. If you had doubts about preordering, don’t. You’re going to want to read this one.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Pacy, funny, heartwarming and a terrific read… Highly recommended… This is perfect if you loved Bad Sisters.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Mystery and intrigue. This talented author has written a cannot put down whodunit.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Clever and twisty, I loved how each of the main characters used their strengths to get closer to the killer, and it’s laugh out loud funny. I thought I’d worked out whodunnit and then was proved sort-of right and also wrong. The ending is a great mix of drama and hilarity, and I’m already looking forward to the next one.’ Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Into the Frying Pan - Sarah Osborne Cover Art

Into the Frying Pan

Into the Frying Pan by Sarah Osborne

Mabel Aphrodite Brown has quickly learned that motherhood can sometimes be a real skirmish. But when death visits a Civil War reenactment, it's murder that's a battlefield . . . In the thick of a hot, muggy Atlanta summer, all Ditie Brown wants to do is keep her kids occupied and get them ready for school in the fall. When her ex-boyfriend, Phil Brockton, shows up for a Civil War reenactment, she thinks it might be fun and educational for the kids. Plus, her best friend Lurleen wants to put on the costumes and get in on the action, and Ditie isn't one to rebel. But things go south after a cannon misfires, resulting in the dath of Phil's med school rival. Was it an accident or something more sinister? Ditie soon realizes the past rarely stays buried, and her digging reveals longstanding enemies, killer motives, and new jealousy. When another reenactor is "accidentally" shot, the pressure is on for Ditie to solve the murders--or else her friends may be history . . . . Includes Family-Friendly Recipes!

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Apple Turnover Murder

Apple Turnover Murder by Joanne Fluke

USA Today Bestseller: A Minnesota baker is pulled into the mix when a man from her past is murdered: “Charming…scrumptious recipes.”— Publishers Weekly Early summer brings plenty of work for baker Hannah Swensen, even before Mayor Bascomb’s wife drops by The Cookie Jar to place an order for her charity event…for eleven hundred cookies! And Hannah almost flips when her business partner, Lisa, suggests setting up an apple turnover stand. But she places her faith in Lisa, and even agrees to be a magician’s assistant in the fundraiser's talent show. The only snag is the show’s host, college professor Bradford Ramsey. Hannah and her sister, Michelle, each had unfortunate romances with Ramsey, and when the cad comes sniffing around between acts, Hannah tells him off. But when the curtain doesn't go up, she discovers Ramsey backstage—dead, with a turnover in his hand. Now she must find a killer who's flakier than puff pastry, and far more dangerous… Includes cookie and dessert recipes from The Cookie Jar “The ever popular Fluke writes engaging cozies with one part great characters, one part gentle story, and three parts the best recipes in the genre.”— Library Journal “[A] delightful, thoroughly entertaining series.”— Romantic Times

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Framed by a Forgery (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 8) - Fiona Grace Cover Art

Framed by a Forgery (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 8)

Framed by a Forgery (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 8) 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 ) FRAMED BY A FORGERY (A LACEY DOYLE COZY MYSTERY—BOOK 8) is book eight 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. November has arrived, bringing the crisp weather, farms, and the promise of Fall holidays, and Lacey is thrilled to be auctioning off a rare and priceless letter. But after selling it to an eager buyer, the letter turns out to be too good to be true—it’s been forged, and the buyer wants his money back.  But the person who sold it to her is now dead. Can the forgery and murder be connected? Lacey, with her beloved dog, must solve the crime and unearth the source of the forgery before she herself is implicated and her business is taken away from her. Book #9—CATASTROPHE IN A CLOISTER—is also available!

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Dumb Witness - Agatha Christie Cover Art

Dumb Witness

Dumb Witness by Agatha Christie

An elderly spinster has been poisoned in her country home. Everyone blamed Emily’s accident on a rubber ball left on the stairs by her frisky terrier. But the more she thought about her fall, the more convinced she became that one of her relatives was trying to kill her. On April 17th she wrote her suspicions in a letter to Hercule Poirot. Mysteriously he didn’t receive the letter until June 28th… by which time Emily was already dead.

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Murder by the Book - Lauren Elliott Cover Art

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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Murder at the Scottish Games

Murder at the Scottish Games by Traci Hall

The Highland Games have taken over the quaint seaside village of Nairn, Scotland—and the life of sweater shop owner, knitting enthusiast, and busy single mom Paislee Shaw…especially when a killer enters the competition! Paislee Shaw is no stranger to managing tricky tangles, but mid-August spins her world into more chaos than she ever could have imagined. Between her teenage son’s moody antics, friends making life-changing decisions, and the looming Nairn Highland Games, evenings with fellow crafters of the Knit and Sip crew are her one escape. But when she joins the games’ organizing committee, Paislee is instantly plunged into a whirlwind of clashing personalities and scandalous mishaps . . .  The festivities unravel faster than a dropped stitch when heavy throwing competitor Artie Whittle is accused of cheating—and his ill-tempered father is found murdered the next day. With Artie unconscious and pegged as the prime suspect, Paislee and DI Zeffer team up to untangle the truth. Navigating a cast of unusual suspects—from jealous judges to grudge-holding locals—Paislee must weave together clues hidden amidst caber tosses, kilts, and a killer who only plays to win . . .

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Marble Hall Murders

Marble Hall Murders A Novel by Anthony Horowitz

“Diabolically clever.”—New York Times "Horowitz dazzles with the brilliant third entry in his Susan Ryeland series . . . . [He is] is at the top of his game here, linking past and present in a virtuoso finale worthy of Agatha Christie."—Publishers Weekly (starred review) Murder links past and present once again in this mind-boggling metafictional mystery from Anthony Horowitz featuring detective Atticus Pünd and editor Susan Ryeland, stars of the New York Times bestsellers Magpie Murders and Moonflower Murders. Editor Susan Ryeland has left her Greek island, her hotel and her Greek boyfriend, Andreas, in search of a new life back in England. Freelancing for a London publisher, she's given the last job she wants: working on an Atticus Pünd continuation novel called Pünd’s Last Case. Worse still, she knows the new writer. Eliot Crace is the troubled grandson of legendary children’s author Miriam Crace who died twenty years ago. Eliot is convinced she was murdered—by poison. To her surprise, Susan enjoys reading the manuscript which is set in the South of France and revolves around the mysterious death of Lady Margaret Chalfont, days before she was about to change her will. But when it is revealed that Lady Margaret was also poisoned, alarm bells begin to ring. The more Susan reads, the clearer it becomes that Eliot has deliberately concealed clues about his grandmother’s death inside the book. Desperately, Susan tries to prevent Eliot from putting himself in harm’s way—but his behaviour is becoming increasingly erratic. Another murder follows . . . and suddenly Susan finds herself to be the number one suspect.  Once again, the real and the fictional worlds have become dangerously entangled. And if Susan doesn't solve the mystery of Pünd’s Last Case, she could well be its next victim.

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Fatal Fascinator

Fatal Fascinator by Jenn McKinlay

Hip hip beret! Hatmakers Scarlett Parker and Vivian Tremont return and must collar a killer when a castle wedding goes awry in New York Times bestselling author Jenn McKinlay’s new Hat Shop Mystery. It’s wedding season and Viv’s longtime frenemy Piper May is getting married. She convinces Viv and Scarlett to take on the job of designing the headpieces for her “wedding of the year.” The well-to-do bride and her entourage are delighted to have Viv and Scarlett as their famous hat designer guests, but the hat-making pair are really just looking forward to a getaway at a castle in Sussex. It is to be a weekend full of events, culminating in the big ceremony.     Unfortunately, on the first night of the festivities, the groom is found murdered, and the joyous holiday becomes the stuff of nightmares as no one is allowed to leave the castle until the investigation is complete. Although Scarlett assures Harrison Wentworth, her fiancé, that she and Viv will stay out of harm’s way, circumstances force them to step in when a secret affair between the deceased groom and a bridesmaid comes to light, and the murderer takes another life. Scarlett and Viv vow to unveil the killer’s identity before the wedding adds another to its death toll.

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Newlyweds Can Be Knocked Off - Amanda Flower Cover Art

Newlyweds Can Be Knocked Off

Newlyweds Can Be Knocked Off by Amanda Flower

After two decades as a widow, Millie Fisher, Amish matchmaker, quilter, goat tender, and sleuth is now a 60-something newlywed! But when she adds snowbird to her list amid the chill of an Ohio winter, murder finds a way to follow . . . After years on her own, Millie has been busy adjusting to married life once again. Meanwhile, her best friend, Lois Henry, is still salty that Millie didn’t have a big wedding where she could get dressed up and be maid of honor. But there’s a way Millie can make it up to her: with a dreary January upon them, it's the perfect time for a girls’ trip to the Amish community in sunny Pinecraft, Florida. Oft-divorced Lois is decidedly not Amish, but she thinks it will be a hoot. With the blessing of her sweet husband, Uriah, Millie agrees to go. On the tour bus that transports Ohio’s Amish snowbirds to Florida every year, Millie and Lois strike up a friendship with a young woman traveling alone. She reminds Millie of her beloved niece, and Millie takes her under her wing. But even before the end of their first day in Florida, tragedy strikes. Millie and Lois find their new friend dead on the beach, seemingly drowned. But who would want to hurt the sweet young woman? Is there a murderous snowbird among them? Or was it someone vengeful from her past? Clearly, vacation time is over for Millie and Lois, and it’s time to dive beneath the surface to hook a killer . . .

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Murder in Venice

Murder in Venice A BRAND NEW instalment in the cozy mystery series from T A Williams by T A Williams

Let bestselling author T.A. Williams whisk you away to beautiful Venice in this cozy murder mystery featuring a retired DCI and his loyal companion, Oscar. 🐶 It really is murder in paradise! 🔎🩸🇮🇹 A movie icon 🎥 A murky past 👀 And a murder mystery set in the magical city of Venice 🇮🇹✨ Private investigator Dan Armstrong can’t believe his luck when he’s invited to the luxury villa of none other than Alice Graceland, movie legend and queen of the silver screen. Could this be his big break - a chance to schmooze with stars and pitch his own murder mystery series? He’s already imagining red carpets and a golden Oscar to accompany his faithful canine companion, Oscar the Labrador… But when he gets there, things start to look far from magical ... Alice isn’t looking to bankroll Dan’s writing, but instead she wants him to play host at a murder mystery evening with a glamorous (but suspiciously tense) collection of Hollywood royalty. It should be a meeting of old friends - but just how friendly are they? There’s champagne, candlelight, and an increasing number of grudges floating beneath the surface. As the murder mystery evening takes a sinister turn, Dan and Oscar find themselves navigating more than the city’s canals to find the truth. Murder, mischief, and movie-star mayhem in the heart of Venice. Another gripping case for Dan and Oscar to solve Praise for T. A. Williams: 'A fun mystery and a good read with excellent descriptions that made me want to go book a flight! Dan and Oscar are a great team and kept me guessing!' Bestselling author Anita Davison 'T A Williams whisked me away to the beautiful Italian riviera in the company of an ex-pat private investigator and his gorgeous doggy sidekick on the case of a missing teacher. What a team, and what an adventure!!' Bestselling author Kate Wells 'The perfect combination of character, setting and plot, heralding an addictive new cozy mystery series!' Bestselling author Debbie Young 'Watching unassuming detective Dan Armstrong wheedle the truth out of folks is great fun. Highly Entertaining read!' Bestselling author Kelly Oliver 'Dan and Oscar are great company in a sun-drenched mystery that keeps you guessing right till the end.' Bestselling author Michelle Salter

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Vows and Villainy

Vows and Villainy The Cambridge Bookshop Series by Elizabeth Penney

Vows and Villainy is the fifth book in Elizabeth Penney's delightful Cambridge Bookshop series set in Cambridge, England, where celebrations are about to commence. It’s wedding season in Cambridge, and Molly Kimball is thrilled that it's almost time for her best friend's special day. With the help of her boyfriend Kieran Scott, she is determined to be the best maid of honor for Daisy and Tim. Daisy’s heart is set upon a Shakespeare-themed wedding to be held at Hazelhurst House, Kieran’s family’s home. The Scotts are also hosting a Shakespeare troupe for the summer, and the actors have kindly agreed to be part of the festivities. But all goes awry with the discovery of Sir Nigel Peck, a famous actor with a checkered past and present-day misdeeds, floating dead in the moat with flowers strewn around him, à la Ophelia. When Kieran’s brother Alan becomes a top suspect, Molly and company must investigate to uncover the ugly truth behind this picturesque scene . . . before more bodies pile up. Can Molly solve the murder before Daisy and Tim say “I do”?

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A Christmas Tartan

A Christmas Tartan A Scottish Bookshop Mini-Mystery by Paige Shelton

Christmastime has come to Scotland, and Delaney and all her coworkers at the Cracked Spine, the quirky bookshop in the heart of Edinburgh, are all in the holiday spirit. Between mugs of hot chocolate and nibbles of gingerbread, Delaney has been given the task of tracking down the provenance of a mysterious box of objects that her boss, Edwin, has recently acquired. In it are various trinkets, but what really catches Delaney's eye is a worn copy of A Christmas Carol , where she also finds an old photo tucked inside. On the back is a name, which leads her to a woman whose granddaughter has gone missing. When it becomes clear that the box might be connected to the missing girl, Delaney is pulled into the intrigue, and takes it upon herself to figure out what really happened—and why.

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Swamp Santa

Swamp Santa by Jana DeLeon

It’s Christmas in Sinful and Fortune is set to participate in all the local hoopla. A Christmas gala, caroling, and a sleigh ride are on the agenda. Murder is not. But when someone bumps off Santa, Fortune is aware a killer is lurking among the holiday cheer. But with no client and no reason to interfere with a police investigation, it looks as if Fortune, Ida Belle, and Gertie will have to sit this one out. Big and Little Hebert might be criminals, but they prefer no competition in their territory, especially someone brazen enough to kill a man at the Christmas gala. When they hire Fortune to investigate the man’s death, she gets her Christmas wish and Swamp Team 3 sets out to solve their final case of the year. 

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Miss Silver Series 14-16 - Patricia Wentworth Cover Art

Miss Silver Series 14-16

Miss Silver Series 14-16 14. Eternity Ring 15. The Catherine Wheel 16. Miss Silver Comes to Stay by Patricia Wentworth

Patricia Wentworth’s Miss Silver Series continues with Eternity Ring , Miss Silver Comes to Stay , and The Catherine Wheel , each highlighting Miss Maud Silver’s trademark blend of empathy, logic, and unerring intuition. In Eternity Ring, postwar unease hangs over a quiet English village when a young woman’s secret return home ends in murder. Miss Silver’s calm inquiry reveals a tangle of jealousy, fear, and betrayal, showing how hidden passions can turn deadly. Miss Silver Comes to Stay brings the genteel detective back to her own hometown, where her visit coincides with a local murder. As gossip and old grudges swirl, she quietly restores order and uncovers the truth behind the façade of respectability. In The Catherine Wheel, a country inn becomes the scene of a deadly drama involving inheritance, deceit, and a stolen identity. Miss Silver unravels the mystery with characteristic patience and insight. Across these novels, Wentworth deepens her postwar themes—moral renewal, justice, and the fragility of peace—while maintaining the comfort of the classic English village mystery. Miss Silver, with her knitting and quiet authority, remains a steady beacon of reason and compassion amid human folly and crime.

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Last Dance in Salzburg - Vivian Conroy Cover Art

Last Dance in Salzburg

Last Dance in Salzburg by Vivian Conroy

In the snowy Salzburg landscape, Miss Atalanta has another mystery to solve… ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'One of my favourite detectives…it reminded me of some of the old Sherlock Holmes cases' November 1930 After accepting an invitation to attend the ballet in snowy Salzburg, Miss Atalanta Ashford is shocked when a convicted jewel thief is found dead in the concert hall where the theft occurred a decade ago. Did he return to the scene of the crime because he wanted to prove his innocence? Is the real culprit among the high-society guests? In her quest for the truth, Atalanta uncovers dangerous secrets about the European elite that put her own life in mortal danger… The smell of Glühwein and spiced Lebkuchen from the Austrian winter markets fill the air, but for Atalanta there’s an intriguing puzzle to be solved in this cosy historical mystery for 2025. Agatha Christie meets Richard Osman in this cosy crime caper. Readers love this series! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'This is a series which allows me to enjoy the delights of travel from my armchair…For me, an easy five stars' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A unique story and I enjoyed how good the characters were' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Atalanta was a really interesting and smart character…The time period and place were perfect' ⭐⭐⭐⭐'A delightful mix of intrigue, romantic angst, looking back, wishing things had been different, finding oneself…And, I didn't even mention that murder is involved' ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A terrific series, filled with human emotion and interesting crimes to solve' ⭐⭐⭐⭐'Plenty of twists and turns with so many suspects that I wasn't sure who the guilty person was right until the end' ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A delightful blend of historical intrigue, picturesque European settings, and a fiercely independent protagonist' ⭐⭐⭐⭐'I couldn’t wait to find out the villain…There were twists & turns & I was kept guessing until all was revealed' ⭐⭐⭐⭐'Family secrets, lies and a good old fashioned murder mystery' ⭐⭐⭐⭐'What I love about this series are the glamorous settings and interesting people…This story really has you wondering who the murderer is and there are plenty of red herrings to confuse you' *** Look out for more Miss Ashford mysteries and get your passports ready as you travel with her to some of the most sought-after destinations on the continent… Book 1: Mystery in ProvenceBook 2: Last Seen in SantoriniBook 3: A Fatal Encounter in TuscanyBook 4: Last Dance in SalzburgBook 5: Death on the RhineBook 6: Trouble in the AlpsBook 7: Peril in Positano Reviews Reader reviews for Vivian Conroy: ‘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 is a multi-published mystery author with 25+ contracted titles. Away from writing, she enjoys hiking, crafting and spending too much time on Twitter where readers can connect with her under @VivWrites.

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Whole Latte Murder - Lena Gregory Cover Art

Whole Latte Murder

Whole Latte Murder by Lena Gregory

Ex-New Yorker and local diner owner Gia Morelli is still getting used to the sweltering Florida sun. But this summer she’ll have to deal with a more dangerous kind of heat—when she’s hot on the trail of another murderer . . .   Summer in Boggy Creek has arrived, and Gia’s best friend, successful real estate agent Savannah, is getting hitched. Now she’s enlisted Gia’s sleuthing talents in a desperate search for the perfect wedding dress. But when Savannah mysteriously vanishes after showing a mansion to a bigwig client, Gia investigates the house Savannah was trying to sell. The first clue she finds is Savannah’s car in the driveway. Inside the house, they stumble on Savannah’s potential buyer—dead. Someone had apparently closed the deal—with a two by four full of nails to the client’s head. Soon afterward, a woman’s body is fished from the lake near the same house. The townsfolk are now sweating bullets over the murders, and the heat comes down on poor Gia to find her missing friend, and track down the killer . . .   Praise for Lena Gregory   “Hold on to your plates for this fast-paced mystery that will leave you hungering for more!” — J.C. Eaton, author of the Sophie Kimball Mysteries, on Scone Cold Killer   “Family secrets, old mansions, and a growing list of murder victims—these elements and more blend together to make an intriguing as well as entertaining cozy mystery.” — RT Book Reviews on Occult and Battery   “As breezy and salty as a gust of wind off the chilly bay waters.” —Juliet Blackwell, New York Times bestselling author of the Witchcraft Mysteries on Death at First Sight   “An intriguing opening to a fun new series.” —E. J. Copperman, national bestselling author of the Haunted Guesthouse Mysteries on Death at First Sight  

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High Tea and Misdemeanors - Laura Childs Cover Art

High Tea and Misdemeanors

High Tea and Misdemeanors by Laura Childs

When a wedding is tragically averted by the death of the bridesmaid, Theodosia is determined to prove that it was murder in the latest entry in this New York Times bestselling series. Theodosia Browning and her tea sommelier, Drayton Conneley, are tapped to cater the elegant wedding of Bettina and Jamie. Theodosia and Drayton are setting up when they hear a crash from the greenhouse. Shockingly, they discover that part of the roof has collapsed, trapping a bridesmaid and the groom. He will pull through but the bridesmaid is no more. Theodosia is convinced it was murder. INCLUDES DELICIOUS RECIPES AND TEA TIME TIPS!

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Murder at the Duomo - T A Williams Cover Art

Murder at the Duomo

Murder at the Duomo by T A Williams

Don't miss the BRAND NEW page-turning instalment in the brilliant, BESTSELLING Armstrong and Oscar Cozy Mystery series by T.A. Williams. A gripping murder mystery set in beautiful Florence featuring a retired DCI and his loyal companion, Oscar.🐶 Even angels can have a dark side... As the sticky heat of August settles over Florence, Dan Armstrong is ready for a well-earned break—sightseeing with fiancée Anna, daughter Tricia and her fiancé Shaun. But when a British man is found dead inside the city’s magnificent Duomo, Dan’s plans quickly change. The victim, Tristan Angel, is a super-wealthy arms dealer with a saintly name and a devilish reputation. But what was he doing in the cathedral, and who decided to make it his final confession? At Angel’s opulent villa in the hills of Fiesole, Dan and Commissario Virgilio encounter a colourful cast of suspects—each one hiding secrets and none too eager to talk. As tempers rise and the heat outside grows ever more intense, Dan and his four-legged sidekick, Oscar, must sniff out the truth before the killer strikes again. Praise for T A Williams: 'Another wholly enjoyable and entertaining instalment to this now long running series with a delicious backdrop, a well crafted and likeable cast, a pacy, well written narrative and a solid mystery at its heart." What readers are saying about T.A.Williams 'A fun mystery and a good read with descriptions that made me want to go book a flight. Dan and Oscar are a great team and kept me guessing!' Bestselling author Anita Davison 'T A Williams whisked me away to the beautiful Italian riviera in the company of an ex-pat private investigator and his gorgeous doggy sidekick on the case of a missing teacher. What a team, and what an adventure!!' Bestselling author Kate Wells 'The perfect combination of character, setting and plot, heralding an addictive new cozy mystery series!' Bestselling author Debbie Young 'Watching unassuming detective Dan Armstrong wheedle the truth out of folks is great fun. Highly Entertaining read!' Bestselling author Kelly Oliver 'Dan and Oscar are great company in a sun-drenched mystery that keeps you guessing right till the end.' Bestselling author Michelle Salter

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The Botanist's Assistant - Peggy Townsend Cover Art

The Botanist's Assistant

The Botanist's Assistant by Peggy Townsend

A murder in the science lab shatters a woman’s quiet and ordered life when she decides she must solve the crime herself in this entertaining and uplifting mystery. Plenty of people consider Margaret Finch odd. Six-feet-tall and big-boned, she lives alone in a small cabin in the woods, drives a 20-year-old truck, and schedules her life so precisely you can tell the time and day of the week by the chore she is doing and what she is wearing.  But the same attributes that cause her to be labeled eccentric—an obsessive attention to detail and the ability to organize almost anything—make her invaluable in her job as Research Assistant II to a talented and charismatic botanist. It's those very same qualities, however, that also turn Margaret into a target after a surprising death shakes the small university where she works. Even as authorities claim the death appears to be from natural causes, Margaret fears it might be something more: a murder born of jealousy and dark secrets. With the aid of a newly hired and enigmatic night custodian, Margaret finds herself thrust into the role of detective, forcing her to consider that she may not be able to find the killer before the killer finds her. With a cast of quirky and likeable characters that one won’t soon forget, The Botanist’s Assistant is a delightful story of perseverance and the power in all of us to survive.

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The Cornish Christmas Pantomime Murder - Fiona Leitch Cover Art

The Cornish Christmas Pantomime Murder

The Cornish Christmas Pantomime Murder by Fiona Leitch

Pantomime season has arrived in the brand new hilarious cozy murder mystery from Fiona Leitch. 'Murder and mayhem are rarely this enjoyable. Another fantastic entry in this brilliant series that solidifies Leitch as one of the very best and funniest writers around’ Jonathan Whitelaw ‘A wonderful seasonal romp’ Ian Moore It’s Christmas in Penstowan, and local amateur dramatics group the Penstowan Players are putting on their annual pantomime. This year it’s ‘Aladdin’, and half the town have been drafted in to help, including Shirley Parker, who only has a small part in the chorus but will no doubt upstage everybody, and Tony Penhaligon, who’s treading the boards as the baddie, Abanazar. Ex-Metropolitan police officer turned caterer Jodie Parker has managed to get away with not appearing, but only if she agrees to cater the opening night party. But it’s not just terrible jokes, quick costume changes and backstage chaos that wait in the wings… When the Widow Twankey (otherwise known as Tim, the mayor’s husband) trips over a corpse lying next to Aladdin’s bloodstained magic lamp, it’s time for Jodie and her partner, DCI Nathan Withers, to find the killer. Was it the genie of the lamp or an overly harsh theatre critic? Or does someone in the Penstowan Players have a dark secret they will do anything to protect? ‘Funnier than panto, more warming than a glass of mulled wine and a mince pie and completely gripping. Fun, festive and full of red herrings and clever clues, it's the perfect Christmas treat’ Andreina Cordani, author of The Twelve Days of Murder ‘A fun read to curl up with by the fireside this Christmas’ Debbie Young, author of Death at the Village Christmas Fair Praise for Fiona Leitch ‘A cosy, clever mystery wrapped in tinsel and topped with a generous helping of humour’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Highly entertaining cosy murder mystery to add to a fantastic series’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘The perfect combination of festiveness and crime’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The cozy small-town setting, quirky characters, and theatrical chaos made it the perfect read for Christmas’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A fun and cozy read for the Christmas season’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An absolute joy to read… I read it in a day and highly recommend’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I really love this cozy mystery series’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Love the humour in this… this whole series is a pleasure to read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Another brilliant adventure in this always excellent series’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Leitch crafts a Cornwall that I want to live in – vibrant, funny and dripping with mystery and mayhem. Brilliant’ Jonathan Whitelaw, author of The Bingo Hall Detectives ‘A terrific summer read… a thumping good whodunnit; this is a murder mystery that wears a flower in its hair and invites us to kick off our shoes’ J.M. Hall ‘The book equivalent of catching up with your favourite old friends over a glass of wine or three… the observational humour is spot on’ Jo Middleton ‘[A] fun, feel-good factor and an intriguing mystery to be solved. And pies. I loved it’ Stephanie Austin, author of the Devon Mysteries series

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Mrs. Jeffries and the Silent Knight - Emily Brightwell Cover Art

Mrs. Jeffries and the Silent Knight

Mrs. Jeffries and the Silent Knight by Emily Brightwell

Sir George Braxton was found lying face down in a frozen fountain with the back of his skull bashed to bits.  The case is complicated by a distinct lack of holiday cheer in the victim’s three argumentative middle-aged daughters and their sullen houseguests.  Even the cranky cat hates everyone. To top it all off, the Home Secretary has called in Inspector Witherspoon over the heads of some touchy local lads, making matters stickier than a plum pudding.  Only the help of his housekeeper, Mrs. Jeffries, and her crime-solving staff will give the poor Inspector any chance of sleeping in heavenly peace on Christmas Eve… She keeps house for Inspector Witherspoon…and keeps him on his toes. Everyone’s awed by his Scotland Yard successes—but they don’t know about his secret weapon. No matter how messy the murder or how dirty the deed, Mrs. Jeffries’ polished detection skills are up to the task…proving that behind every great man there’s a woman—and that a crimesolver’s work is never done.

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A Waffle Lot of Murder - Lena Gregory Cover Art

A Waffle Lot of Murder

A Waffle Lot of Murder by Lena Gregory

For diner owner Gia Morelli, her seasonal fall menu calls for two main ingredients—maple syrup and murder . . .   While the first hints of autumn grace Boggy Creek, Florida, Gia misses the colorful harvest traditions she left behind in New York. On a scramble to make new fall memories—and promote her irresistible pumpkin spice waffles—things take a dark turn when she gets roped into the Haunted Town Festival, a spooky celebration held on deserted farmlands. The desolate area conjures plenty of eerie vibes at night, but Gia and her best friend, Savannah, are nearly frightened to death upon the discovery of the event organizer’s body buried in the nearby woods. More alarming, the local rumor mill says the woman’s shady dealings may have egged someone into sending her to an early grave. Now, there’s no shortage of creepy clues to feast on as Gia and her pals try to stop a killer with a very scary appetite . . .   Includes recipes from the All-Day Breakfast Café!   Praise for Lena Gregory   “Hold on to your plates for this fast-paced mystery that will leave you hungering for more!” — J.C. Eaton, author of the Sophie Kimball Mysteries, on Scone Cold Killer   “Family secrets, old mansions, and a growing list of murder victims—these elements and more blend together to make an intriguing as well as entertaining cozy mystery.” — RT Book Reviews on Occult and Battery   “As breezy and salty as a gust of wind off the chilly bay waters.” —Juliet Blackwell, New York Times bestselling author of the Witchcraft Mysteries on Death at First Sight   “An intriguing opening to a fun new series.” —E. J. Copperman, national bestselling author of the Haunted Guesthouse Mysteries on Death at First Sight  

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How to Solve Your Own Murder - Kristen Perrin Cover Art

How to Solve Your Own Murder

How to Solve Your Own Murder A Novel by Kristen Perrin

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A Jimmy Fallon’s Book Club Finalist for 2024 | A Goodreads Choice Awards Finalist | A GMA Buzz Pick | A USA Today Bestseller One of Jimmy Fallon's favorite books for Spring 2024, The Top LibraryReads pick for March 2024, A Publishers Marketplace 2024 BuzzBook, One of NPR's Books We Love Frances Adams always said she’d be murdered. She was right. In 1965, Frances Adams is at an English country fair where a fortune-teller makes a bone-chilling prediction: One day, Frances will be murdered. It is a prediction that sparks her life’s work—trying to solve a crime that hasn’t happened yet. Nearly sixty years later, Annie Adams is summoned to a meeting at the sprawling country estate of her wealthy and reclusive great-aunt Frances. But by the time Annie arrives in the quaint English village of Castle Knoll, Frances is found murdered, just like she always said she would be. Annie is determined to catch the killer, but thanks to Frances’s lifelong habit of digging up secrets and lies, it seems every endearing and eccentric villager might just have a motive for her murder. Can Annie safely unravel the dark mystery at the heart of Castle Knoll, or will dredging up the past throw her into the path of a killer? As Annie gets closer to the truth, and closer to danger, she starts to fear she might inherit her aunt’s fate instead of her fortune.

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Volumes of Vengeance (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 14) - Fiona Grace Cover Art

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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Black & Blue - Emma Jameson Cover Art

Black & Blue

Black & Blue by Emma Jameson

Step into the thrilling lives of London’s rich and infamous in Black & Blue, where the stakes are high, the art is questionable, and a scandalous affair ends in murder. Everyone hated modern art dealer Granville Hardwick—his discarded lovers, his neighbors, and certain shady business associates. When he’s found bludgeoned to death by a rather tasteless statue reproduction, Scotland Yard sends Lord Hetheridge and his tempestuous wife, DS Kate Wakefield, to catch the killer. But it's not just a murderer they're up against. On the home front, Kate’s greedy relations want to take nine-year-old Henry away from the only home he’s ever known. At the Yard, Tony’s enemies are making one last stab at ending his career. And Tony’s protégé, DS Deepal Bhar, is caught between loyalty to his mum, Sharada, and the law. Join Tony, Kate, and a cast of unforgettable characters on a thrilling hunt through London society. Download Black & Blue today!

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Nearly Departed - Shari Hearn Cover Art

Nearly Departed

Nearly Departed by Shari Hearn

You're invited to the hottest bash in Sinful, Louisiana. It's Gertie's Tenth Annual Funeral (because why have a funeral after she's gone and can't hear all the good things people say about her?) and she's pulling out all the stops, hoping to make this year's celebration the best one yet. Only someone has a different idea. Someone wants to take the f-u-n out of "funeral" and tries to turn fake-dead Gertie into real-dead Gertie. Who would want to kill Gertie? And why? And can Fortune and the Geritol Mafia stop him before he attempts to kill Gertie again? Nearly Departed is the first in the Sinful Stories series, a fast-paced novella set in the world of Jana DeLeon's Miss Fortune Mysteries, complete with a splash of suspense, a dollop of humor and a pinch of heart. A WORD FROM THE AUTHOR : Nearly Departed was first published on April 27, 2015 as part of the Miss Fortune Kindle Worlds program (which ended in July of 2018). It is now part of the Miss Fortune World published by J&R Fan Fiction. I wish to thank Ms. DeLeon for graciously allowing other writers to explore their own writing in a most Sinful way. Sinful Stories is a series of stories written by Shari Hearn within the Miss Fortune World featuring Fortune, Gertie and Ida Belle. They may be read in any order; however, they do follow the timeline of Jana DeLeon's Miss Fortune series with regard to Fortune's relationship with Carter. With the earlier books in the series, Carter doesn't know Fortune's true identity. As Jana DeLeon's series changes with regard to Fortune's continued threat from Ahmad, future stories within Sinful Stories will reflect those changes. Currently, the stories within Sinful Stories include: Nearly Departed Mutiny on the Bayou Overdue Nearly Beloved Rematch Leaving Sinful Murder on the Sinful Express  

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A Cold Brew Killing - Lena Gregory Cover Art

A Cold Brew Killing

A Cold Brew Killing by Lena Gregory

When an ice cream vendor discovers a frozen stiff, a Florida diner owner must serve up some just desserts . . . “A fun new series.”—E. J. Copperman, national bestselling author of the Haunted Guesthouse Mysteries Gia has become good friends with Trevor, a fun, flirtatious bachelor who owns the ice cream parlor down the street from her popular All-Day Breakfast Café. Trevor has the scoop on all sorts of local attractions and activities. But when he bursts into her diner, trembling and paler than a pint of French Vanilla, she can tell something’s very wrong. Trevor points her toward his shop, then passes out cold. When Gia arrives there, she discovers a chilling sight—a dead body in the open freezer. But the ice cream man’s troubles are just beginning. The police suspect him of this murder a la mode, especially when details of his questionable past surface. Gia believes in her friend and is determined to clear his name and find the real cold-blooded killer before someone else gets put on ice . . .   Praise for the writing of Lena Gregory “Hold on to your plates for this fast-paced mystery that will leave you hungering for more!” — J. C. Eaton, author of the Sophie Kimball Mysteries, on Scone Cold Killer “Family secrets, old mansions, and a growing list of murder victims—these elements and more blend together to make an intriguing as well as entertaining cozy mystery.” — RT Book Reviews on Occult and Battery “As breezy and salty as a gust of wind off the chilly bay waters.” —Juliet Blackwell, New York Times –bestselling author of the Witchcraft Mysteries on Death at First Sight

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A Cup of Holiday Fear - Ellie Alexander Cover Art

A Cup of Holiday Fear

A Cup of Holiday Fear A Bakeshop Mystery by Ellie Alexander

It’s Christmastime and everyone is heading to Torte, the most cheerful bakery in town. There’s no place like home for the homicide… Ashland, Oregon, looks as pretty as a postcard this holiday season. The halls are decked, stockings hung, and eyes are all aglow—mostly thanks to the buttered rum. Jules Capshaw and her staff at Torte are busier than ever. . . still, even the town’s most in-demand bakers need to take a break. So Jules invites everyone to celebrate at the local Winchester Inn’s Dickens Feast, a six-course extravaganza with Yorkshire Pudding, Christmas goose, and all the trimmings. But as the weather outside becomes frightful, things inside turn less delightful when one of the guests ends up as dead as Scrooge’s doornail. Now it’s up to Jules and her helpers to make a list of suspects—and check it twice—to try to find out who’s naughty, who’s nice, and who’s guilty of murder… The Bakeshop mysteries are: “Delicious.” —RT Book Reviews “Marvelous.” — Fresh Fiction

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Swamp Spook - Jana DeLeon Cover Art

Swamp Spook

Swamp Spook by Jana DeLeon

When black cats roam, and spooks are seen, Come celebrate, it’s Halloween. Sinful, Louisiana, really knows how to throw a party, and it goes all out for Halloween. The weeklong celebration kicks off with a maze of horror in the park built of hay bales. And Fortune has the perfect assignment—the executioner. Her scene comes complete with a head block, a hatchet, and a fake body with removable head. It’s the perfect setup…for a crime. When Fortune returns from break and realizes the body in her scene is a real one and not the prop, she knows trouble is coming. Before she can shake a broomstick, Celia Arceneaux has raised the alarm and the state police show up to take over the investigation. With Carter on the sidelines and Fortune the prime suspect, Swamp Team 3 sets out to catch a real monster. 

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How to Seal Your Own Fate - Kristen Perrin Cover Art

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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Mistletoe Cake Murder - Lena Gregory Cover Art

Mistletoe Cake Murder

Mistletoe Cake Murder by Lena Gregory

’Tis the season for celebrating when Gia Morelli’s holidays include both a wedding and yuletide festivities. Until someone naughty delivers a most unwanted Christmas gift—murder. . .   For a native New Yorker, palm trees and warm temperatures don’t equal winter, much less Christmastime. Nevertheless, Gia Morelli’s friends have decked the halls and trimmed the trees to truly welcome her into their “family” with an old-fashioned Boggy Creek, Florida holiday season. Even more joyous, Savannah Mills is getting married on Christmas Eve—the greatest gift Gia could ever wish for her best friend.   But when Gia and Savannah stop by the caterer for a final tasting a week before the wedding, they overhear another bride arguing with her son about her husband-to-be. Moments later, the woman is sampling a piece of wedding cake—gorgeously decorated with mistletoe frosting—then suddenly dies.   Now Gia’s caterer friends are the prime suspects in what appears to be murder by poisoning. To clear their names and ensure Savannah has a merry matrimony will require Gia to conjure up a Christmas miracle . . .   Includes recipes from the All-Day Breakfast Café!   Praise for Lena Gregory   “As breezy and salty as a gust of wind off the chilly bay waters.” —Juliet Blackwell, New York Times bestselling author of the Witchcraft Mysteries on Death at First Sight   “An intriguing opening to a fun new series.” —E. J. Copperman, national bestselling author of the Haunted Guesthouse Mysteries on Death at First Sight   “Hold on to your plates for this fast-paced mystery that will leave you hungering for more!” — J.C. Eaton, author of the Sophie Kimball Mysteries, on Scone Cold Killer   “It’s fast paced, [Gregory] never misses a beat. There’s mystery mixed with just a small hint of romance and paranormal activity. It’s the perfect blend for cozy mystery fans. I’m hoping to read more in this captivating series.” — Socrates Book Review on Occult and Battery  

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Air Ready (Caught Dead in Wyoming mystery series, Book 12) - Patricia McLinn Cover Art

Air Ready (Caught Dead in Wyoming mystery series, Book 12)

Air Ready (Caught Dead in Wyoming mystery series, Book 12) by Patricia McLinn

Love and death decisions … Will murder take a break while Elizabeth Margaret Danniher sorts the future of KWMT-TV and her personal life? Don’t count on it. A young woman comes to Elizabeth at KWMT to solve a kind of theft Elizabeth has never encountered before. That’s challenge enough, with the TV station for sale and the top candidate to buy it known for eliminating news departments. But Elizabeth also senses there something more bothering Hailey Newhall. And then there’s Elizabeth’s personal life . . .   She is drawn to both enigmatic rancher Thomas Burrell  and her former KWMT-TV colleague Mike Paycik, the home-town sports hero. But Mike has career aspirations of his own, and Tom has a feisty daughter who’s definitely Team Dad. Meanwhile, Elizabeth’s ace videographer, Diana Stendahl, who manages to juggle her demanding job, parenting two teens, and new love, challenges Elizabeth to also open her heart. Where will her heart lead her? Team Tom? Team Mike? You’re finally going to find out the answer … and so is Elizabeth. Air Ready , Book 12 of the Caught Dead in Wyoming series, is a smart, surprising, fast-paced cozy mystery with humor. If you like quirky characters, hints of romance and twists you won’t see coming, then you’ll love USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn’s page-turner. Don't miss any of Elizabeth Danniher's Caught Dead in Wyoming adventures Sign Off Left Hanging  Shoot First  Last Ditch Look Live Back Story Cold Open Hot Roll Reaction Shot Body Brace Cross Talk Air Ready Holiday Bullets Cue Up "While the mystery itself is twisty-turny and thoroughly engaging, it's the smart and witty writing that I loved the best." – Diane Chamberlain, bestselling author "Colorful characters, intriguing, intelligent mystery, plus the state of Wyoming leaping off every page."  -- Emilie Richards, USA Today bestselling author What readers are saying about the Caught Dead in Wyoming series “McLinn's mysteries set in Wyoming are addictive. The writing is excellent, the twists and turns keep the brain engaged, and Elizabeth's wry commentary keeps a smile on my face.” “E.M.’s internal monologues are sharp, snappy and often hilarious.”  "A terrific series with a western flair.  . . . Great characters that you would want as your friends. Smart, funny, but not perfect."  “There's a real love for wide-open spaces in McLinn's writing, and it's a pleasure to visit the world she so beautifully creates. Can't wait for the next book(s)!” “McLinn has created in E.M. a female protagonist who is flawed but likable, never silly or cartoonish, and definitely not made of cardboard.” More mystery from Patricia McLinn Secret Sleuth series Death on the Diversion Death on Torrid Avenue Death on Beguiling Way Death on Covert Circle Death on Shady Bridge Death on Carrion Lane Death on ZigZag Trail Death on Puzzle Place The Innocence Trilogy Proof of Innocence  Price of Innocence Premise of Innocence About the Author Patricia McLinn is the USA Today bestselling author of more than 60 published novels cited by readers and reviewers for wit and vivid characterization. Her books include mysteries, romantic suspense, contemporary romance, historical romance, and women’s fiction. They have topped bestseller lists and won numerous awards. She has spoken about writing from London, to Melbourne, Australia, to Washington, D.C., including being a guest-speaker at the Smithsonian. McLinn spent more than 20 years as an editor at The Washington Post after stints as a sports writer (Rockford, Ill.) and assistant sports editor (Charlotte, N.C.). Now living in Kentucky, McLinn loves to hear from readers through her website PatriciaMcLinn.com and social media.

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The Mother Hunt - Rex Stout Cover Art

The Mother Hunt

The Mother Hunt by Rex Stout

When an abandoned baby is left on her doorstep, the young socialite widow knows only too well the identity of the father: her deceased philanderer of a husband. But who is the mother? The case seems like child's play to Nero Wolfe, until the first dead body. While the police nurse their grudges against him, and the widow nurses Archie, the genius sleuth and his sidekick look for the hand that rocked the cradle. But nothing can pacify the killer, who's found the formula for murder—and is determined to milk it for all it's worth. Introduction by Marilyn Wallace “It is always a treat to read a Nero Wolfe mystery. The man has entered our folklore.”— The New York Times Book Review   A grand master of the form, Rex Stout is one of America’s greatest mystery writers, and his literary creation Nero Wolfe is one of the greatest fictional detectives of all time. Together, Stout and Wolfe have entertained—and puzzled—millions of mystery fans around the world. Now, with his perambulatory man-about-town, Archie Goodwin, the arrogant, gourmandizing, sedentary sleuth is back in the original seventy-three cases of crime and detection written by the inimitable master himself, Rex Stout.

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Bonefire of the Vanities - Carolyn Haines Cover Art

Bonefire of the Vanities

Bonefire of the Vanities by Carolyn Haines

Despite the wishes of her overprotective fiancé, Sarah Booth Delaney can't give up her detective work, no matter how dangerous it becomes. It's too much a part of her. On this case, avoiding danger might be impossible—she's on the trail of a porn-star-turned-psychic operating from a haunted estate on the edge of town. Medium Sherry Cameron promises to reunite grieving family members with their dearly departed, but it seems vaguely suspicious that Sherry will only accept emotionally vulnerable and tremendously wealthy clients. Aging billionaire Marjorie Littlefield fits the profile perfectly—her daughter died in a tragic accident as a young girl, she's been estranged from her son for decades, and she's planning to leave her considerable inheritance to her cat. Convinced she's uncovered a scheme to separate a lonely woman from her fortune, Sarah Booth talks her way onto the estate as a maid, where she finds Marjorie and several other wealthy eccentrics ready to commune with the dead. Between chores, Sarah Booth explores the estate, mingles with the other staff…and finds a few dead bodies. But which guest or staff member might be the killer? Even Jitty, Sarah Booth's personal haint, won't tell until Sarah Booth has uncovered all of Sherry's well-kept secrets. With spooks and charlatans around every corner, Sarah Booth is the only PI in the southlands who can put an end to this elaborate scam in Bonefire of the Vanities , the charming twelfth entry in Carolyn Haines's sparkling series.

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Murder at Mile Marker 18 - Denise Jaden Cover Art

Murder at Mile Marker 18

Murder at Mile Marker 18 by Denise Jaden

An Unlikely Sleuth. Feline Instincts. Casseroles and Clues. (Recipe Included!) If you've enjoyed other cozy mysteries such as those by Joanne Fluke or The Cat Who series, you'll love this first-in-series cozy mystery! Buy now and help Mallory and Hunch uncover the truth! If someone had told me, Mallory Beck, that I would be the next unschooled detective in Honeysuckle Grove, I would have thought they were ten noodles short of a lasagna. After all, my late novelist husband was the one with a passion for mysteries and all things suspicious. Me? I was meant for the comfort of a Crock-Pot, not the intensity of a magnifying glass. But fate had other plans for me, and now I find myself knee-deep in fettuccine, cat treats, and defiant teenagers. It's this unexpected combination that thrusts me right into the heart of a chilling murder investigation. Perhaps I should have reconsidered my decision to deliver a casserole to a grieving family. Maybe I should have steered clear of the captivating, ever-changing green eyes of my seventh-grade crush—a man who has now become the most arresting cop in town. And maybe, just maybe, I should have stopped listening to the sharp-witted meows of my cantankerous cat, Hunch, who might just be trying to lead me straight into the clutches of the town's murderer. But regardless of the "what ifs," here I am, caught up in this relentless investigation. A distraught teenage girl places her trust in me, relying on me to uncover the truth. It's up to me to sift through the secrets and shadows of Honeysuckle Grove, West Virginia, piecing together the puzzle before it claims more lives. With every twist and turn, danger lurks closer, but I won't rest until justice is served. Step into my world, where feline instincts and simmering casseroles collide with the relentless pursuit of truth. Are you ready to join me as I unravel the dark secrets that threaten to unravel our seemingly idyllic town? Trust me, the truth is lurking just beneath the surface, waiting to be uncovered, and it's a mystery you won't want to miss! Buy now and help Mallory and Hunch uncover the truth! ★★★★★ Praise for Denise Jaden's writing: ★★★★★ "A riveting and emotional story." ~ The Compulsive Reader "...A remarkable first novel." ~ CM Magazine "Highly recommended." ~ Library Media Connection "Harrowing and inspiring." ~ Publishers Weekly

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Buried in the Bayou - Riley Blake Cover Art

Buried in the Bayou

Buried in the Bayou by Riley Blake

About Buried in the Bayou :  Ida Belle, Gertie, and Fortune discover Peanut Richards is in trouble once again. This time, the young woman has more to lose than an inheritance. If circumstances are just as they seem, Peanut could forfeit her freedom, and maybe even lose her life. With Big and Little Hebert thrown into the mix, there's even more trouble brewing. By the time Deputy Carter LeBlanc has a shot at solving the crime, he isn't sure who's guilty by association and who committed the murders. Series Note:  Buried in the Bayou follows Hiding in the Bayou and is the second installment in the Bayou Cozy Duology. This novella isn't part of the Bayou Cozy Romantic Thrills holiday series. 

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Third Strike of Midnight: Magic and Mayhem Universe - Jane Hinchey Cover Art

Third Strike of Midnight: Magic and Mayhem Universe

Third Strike of Midnight: Magic and Mayhem Universe by Jane Hinchey

In the doodoo with the voodoo… Telling recently departed Mary Lou that death becomes her was mistake number one. Mistake number two was leaving Aunt Tilly unsupervised. Now I'm in the poopoo with the voodoo. Aunt Tilly was messing with things she had no business messing with, and after a spell went horribly wrong, she now thinks she's Marie Laveau, New Orleans Voodoo Queen. Reversing the spell should be easy, right? Wrong! Not when a band of marauding vampires joins forces with the fake Marie, intent on raising a voodoo army. I'm in a race against time to save Aunt Tilly and send Marie back to the afterlife where she belongs before a) New Orleans is lost to a supernatural Armageddon and b) Baba Yaga gets wind of my latest transgression and sends my butt back to the pokey. Meet magical Bounty Hunter, Midnight, in book three of the Midnight Chronicles and part of the Magic & Mayhem Universe. Full of mystery, romance, and laughs, this book is suitable for lovers of cozy mystery and paranormal women's fiction.

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Body Under the Cafe - Cate Martin Cover Art

Body Under the Cafe

Body Under the Cafe A Viking Witch Cozy Mystery by Cate Martin

Ingrid Torfudottir lives in two worlds at once. The first, Runde, lies on the banks of Lake Superior, a town of northern Minnesotans who descend from Scandinavian immigrants, fishermen and farmers both. In that world she barely exists, just an unknown aspiring book illustrator who occasionally sells a little art at the local café. The other, Villmark, lies hidden from the rest of the world by ancient, strong magic. The people of the village descend from colonists who fled their homeland in Norway centuries before. In that world she bears great responsibilities. As a volva, a Viking witch, the protection of her people always comes first in her life. These two worlds overlap in just one place: her grandmother's mead hall. After sitting abandoned for months, Ingrid and her grandmother open it again to much celebration in both communities. But then everything goes wrong. The illusions and protections remain despite their efforts at the end of the night. And Ingrid can't get back to Villmark. Then someone dies, a murder. As if Ingrid didn't have enough on her plate.

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Scarlett Must Die

Scarlett Must Die by Susan Kiernan-Lewis

Georgia Belle is engaged to marry the most amazing man she’s ever known. The only problem is she had to give up everything—her work, her family and her friends—and her own time period, to do it. After agreeing to marry the handsome Savannah Police Detective Sam Bohannon, Georgia makes a planned trip back to her own time to see her mother and decide if she is going to remain in the past. While home, she becomes trapped in a perilous situation that threatens her existence in both timelines. If she can’t solve the mystery in 2023 of who killed the mayor of Savannah before she goes back to 1923, the ramifications of her failure will ripple out much further than just one woman’s personal happiness. It will literally affect the next twenty years. And the coming world war.

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The Veiled Hunter

The Veiled Hunter by J.R. Pearse Nelson

Spooky season in Crescent Bay shouldn't be this sinister. The town wide Halloween fundraiser was supposed to be all fun and frights. A full weekend of haunted attractions, creepy plays, and enough spookiness to delight the town, all to finance the upcoming remodel of the Crescent Bay Library. My friend and employee Sheldon is more excited than most, until the skeleton standing sentry at the museum entrance is stolen. A couple harmless pranks to celebrate the season are one thing…and we probably should have expected that when we went all in on Halloween. But when Grady Cordell, the caretaker of crumbling Branson House, is found dead on the property, the festivities take a dark turn. With the century-old house now at the center of a murder investigation, the whispers of real ghosts and old grudges start swirling. Something's off, and once again, I'm pulled into the mystery. Who – or what – killed Grady? Apparently, the universe thought I needed additional challenges, because an unexpected visitor to the moon garden brings more bad news. Darkness is creeping in from all sides. The safety of my friends, and the garden's fae portal, rests on my shoulders. Crescent Bay's shadows hide more than ghosts, and this time, the danger feels all too real. Halloween is supposed to be a scream – but not like this. Welcome to the Moon Garden Mysteries paranormal cozy mystery series, a magical blend of paranormal women's fiction and cozy mystery for those who believe forty marks a new beginning, cats can talk (and you'd better listen), and when you're guarding a fae portal, chocolate is a girl's best friend.

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Whose Body in the Library

Whose Body in the Library A Lighthouse Library Mystery by Eva Gates

A new librarian’s first day goes terribly wrong when she finds a dead body on the front steps of the library.  In the thirteenth installment of the beloved Lighthouse Library mysteries, a new character takes the reins. While Lucy McNeil is enjoying her new job as the mother of twin boys and library director, new librarian Nichelle Gilchrest has just arrived at the Bodie Island Lighthouse Library, reporting for duty. But life throws a wrench on Nichelle’s first day when she finds a body on the steps—a body that bears a startling resemblance to her father, who disappeared on a fishing trip to the Outer Banks thirty-eight years ago.  Fingerprints confirm the dead body is indeed Nichelle’s father, now living in Nags Head under the name Brian Saunders. Brian had been befriending older lonely women in exchange for money, but was he working alone?  Detective Rhonda Thomas is on the case, and the suspect list is only getting longer. Sorting through the wronged women and their relatives, Detective Thomas discovers Nichelle’s own brother Brad had been in Nags Head a few days before the murder happened and has been lying about his whereabouts. Hoping to clear her brother’s name, Nichelle decides to investigate what happened. With seasoned sleuth Lucy’s gentle encouragement for the amateur, Nichelle is in for an exciting and dangerous first week at the library.

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Flo's Lost Love

Flo's Lost Love by Sarah Osborne

Octogenarian Flo should be delighted with a third case to solve this holiday season, but this one draws her into a past she thought she’d left behind. The love of her life from fifty years ago, Gilbert Lane, begs her to help save his life. He lives in Eureka, Nevada, a small mining town which ourished in the 1850s. Its current claim to fame is the Eureka Opera House, lovingly restored and now home to Gil’s theatrical productions. Is her old boyfriend really in trouble or is he simply being dramatic with hopes he can lure Flo back into his life? Flo, Maude and bodyguard Kate make the journey into the Wild West where Flo uncovers more than she bargains for. Along with a would-be murderer, Flo discovers the real reason her love aair ended.

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Call It a Daisy

Call It a Daisy by Patti Larsen

When criminal defense attorney Lana Baron calls in her IOU, Daisy assumes it's connected to Nelson Delamonte and her pursuit of his well-hidden questionable activities. Instead, she's drawn into a personal case, tasked with the request to prove a man innocent—even though he's been in prison for the murder in question for ten years. When someone closely connected to the original case turns up dead after a simple inquiry on her part, Daisy must pursue justice, even if it means the debt she owes might mean putting her lawyer friend away for homicide!

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Vexed on a Visit (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 4)

Vexed on a Visit (A Lacey Doyle Cozy Mystery—Book 4) 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) VEXED ON A VISIT (A LACEY DOYLE COZY MYSTERY—BOOK 4) is book four 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. Summer has arrived, and Lacey is delighted when her chef boyfriend surprises her with an offer for a long weekend trip, a romantic getaway into the neighboring seaside towns of the British countryside, with her beloved dog, and a chance to go antiquing. But Lacey is even more surprised when her family shows up from New York on a surprise visit—and when they want to come along! Even worse, Lacey, in a neighboring town, finds herself in the midst of a murder scene. And once again, with her reputation on the line, she may be the only one who can solve it. Books #5-#9 are also available!

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A Meditation on Murder

A Meditation on Murder by Robert Thorogood

Based on the hit TV series , a murder at exclusive spa resort leaves a small circle of suspects for the British detective inspector on the case.   DI Richard Poole has been seconded from London to the beautiful Caribbean island of Saint Marie. More comfortable in woolen suits than short-sleeved shirts, he's struggling to adapt to his new home. But this paradise is about to get deadly.   When self-appointed guru Aslan Kennedy gets murdered in his spiritual retreat for wealthy holidaymakers, it's down to DI Poole to find the killer.   The murder took place in a locked room with five other people inside, and when someone confesses, it seems an open and shut case. But DI Poole knows the facts just don't add up, and there is more to the mystery than meets the eye. . . . The first installment of the Death in Paradise Mysteries, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie and Caroline Graham.   "I love Robert Thorogood's writing." —Peter James, international bestselling author of Picture You Dead

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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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Murder Most Southern

Murder Most Southern by Sarah Osborne

Mabel Aphrodite Brown unpacks her knives--and her detective skills-when she joins a cooking competition that someone whould kill to win . . . Somehow, Ditie's best friend, Lurleen, has sweet-talked Ditie into a spot on the next edition of The Great Southern Baking Contest. It'll mean leaving her almost-adopted kids for a little while, but they love spending time with their uncle. And she can't turn down the chance to bake at celebrity chef Savannah Evans's antebellum estate in Beaufort, South Carolina  . . . Even when Savannah's husband dies suspiciously at the welcome party, the show doesn't stop. As technical problems plague the filming and the body count rises faster than a soufflé, it becomes clear that everyone is hiding more than just biscuit recipes. it's up to Ditie to sift through a slew of suspects and motives to cut through a mystery with more layers than her Georgia peach strudel. If she doesn't come through with a killer soon, she might get chopped--from real life. Includes Family Friendly Recipes!

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Over My Dead Body

Over My Dead Body by Rex Stout

When a Balkan beauty gets in trouble over some missing diamonds, whom else can she turn to but the world-famous Nero Wolfe?  Especially since she claims to be Wolfe's long lost daughter!  The stakes are suddenly raised when a student at this woman's fencing school ends up dead after a pointed lesson.  As Wolfe and his sidekick, Archie, thrust and parry into a tangle of documents, identities and international intrigue, another student body turns up, expertly skewered through the heart.  Is Wolfe's long lost daughter the black sheep of the family, a hot-blooded mistress of murder? “It is always a treat to read a Nero Wolfe mystery. The man has entered our folklore.”— The New York Times Book Review A grand master of the form, Rex Stout is one of America’s greatest mystery writers, and his literary creation Nero Wolfe is one of the greatest fictional detectives of all time. Together, Stout and Wolfe have entertained—and puzzled—millions of mystery fans around the world. Now, with his perambulatory man-about-town, Archie Goodwin, the arrogant, gourmandizing, sedentary sleuth is back in the original seventy-three cases of crime and detection written by the inimitable master himself, Rex Stout.

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Tinsel, Trees And Treachery

Tinsel, Trees And Treachery by Bruce Hammack

A blind detective. A masked killer. One deadly Christmas. Blind PI Steve Smiley's quiet Christmas plans shatter when Branson entertainer Candy Caine receives death threats from someone claiming to be Krampus. After a terrifying smoke-filled attack in her dressing room, the message is clear: pay or die. With his canine protector and team, Smiley must unmask a killer hiding behind folklore's most fearsome Christmas demon—before Candy's final performance becomes her last. Grab your copy of Tinsel, Trees And Treachery today—the latest private detective mystery in Bruce Hammack's beloved Smiley and McBlythe series! Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie-style whodunits who love clever plots without the gore, violence, or explicit scenes. This is mystery entertainment the whole family can enjoy—from your teenager to your grandma!  

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Tomes and the Tangled Trail

Tomes and the Tangled Trail by Eloise Everhart

Dani Williams life in Point Pleasant is busier than ever. With the launch of her claims adjusting business, she's ready to tackle new challenges. Or at least she thought she was. Soon after Dani arrives at the scene of a devastating house fire, it's discovered that the tenant was murdered. To complicate matters, the local sheriff, no fan of hers, bars her from the scene. With her reputation, and the future of her business, hanging in the balance, she faces a tough choice: comply with the sheriff's orders and lose potential clients, or investigate herself. With her newfound witch powers, she can't resist the allure of solving the murder. As Dani dives into the case, she receives an unexpected visit from her daughter. She announces that she's moving in, turning Dani's world upside down. Now, Dani must juggle her investigation, running her budding business, learning about her newly discovered witch heritage, and being a devoted mom to her teenage daughter. Will Dani's powers be enough to solve the case? Find out in this spellbinding tale of magic, suspense, and the enduring strength of family.

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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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An Enemy in the Village

An Enemy in the Village A Bruno, Chief of Police Novel by Martin Walker

A real estate agent’s death sends shockwaves through the idyllic town of St. Denis, leading Bruno, Chief of Police, to suspect that there’s more to this tragedy than meets the eye. When Bruno stumbles upon a motionless figure in a car parked at a scenic overpass on the ridge of the Vézère valley, he’s ready to investigate. Inside, he finds a suicide note and the dead body of Monique, a successful businesswoman who rented châteaus to wealthy expats. It seems like an open-and-shut case.  But Bruno can’t shake the suspicion that something sinister lurks underneath this tidy narrative. After he delivers Monique’s final messages to those most important to her, malicious gossip about Bruno begins to spread through the village. One thing leads to another, and soon Bruno faces pressure to resign from the job. Despite this disturbing turn of events, Bruno remains Bruno, never one to turn down a fine meal with good company in the French countryside. In the course of inquiry, he meets Laura—and her dog, which happens to be the same breed as his beloved basset hound. As sparks fly and Bruno realizes just how much he has at stake, he races to find out what really happened to Monique, before he loses his badge, his new love—or something even worse.

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Witch Cursed in Westerham: Paranormal Investigation Bureau Book 10 - Dionne Lister Cover Art

Witch Cursed in Westerham: Paranormal Investigation Bureau Book 10

Witch Cursed in Westerham: Paranormal Investigation Bureau Book 10 by Dionne Lister

Book ten in the bestselling paranormal cozy mystery series set in Westerham, England. When a curse hits the PIB, everyone's magic goes awry. While Lily can see the funny side of it, it's not a joke—someone wants the PIB out of the way. When a swathe of major crimes are committed, the PIB team are helpless. They need to find a cure, and fast, or their whole organisation could be disbanded... for good. With the powers that be looking for any excuse to fire Angelica, Lily needs to step up. But will Lily and her friends get their magic working properly in time, or will they lose both the battle and the war?

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Christmas Crumble

Christmas Crumble An Agatha Raisin Short Story by M.C. Beaton

Christmas Crumble continues the tradition in M. C. Beaton's beloved Agatha Raisin cozy mystery series—now a hit show on Acorn TV and public television. At home alone for the holidays, Agatha Raisin decides to host a dinner party for the elder residents in her Cotswold village of Winter Parva. Agatha's never been much of a homemaker, but she's dead-set on making this the perfect holiday for the "crumblies," as she affectionately calls them. She's decorated a tree while fending off her cats Hodge and Boswell, and even made a (lumpy) Christmas pudding in between swigs of rum. But when Agatha dumps the pudding on the head of the local self-proclaimed lothario—an eighty-five year old with a beer belly and fingers like sausages—his death by dessert proves more than a trifle as mysteries mount higher than the season's snowfall. So much for trying to do good by her neighbors. Now Agatha needs no less than a Christmas miracle to get herself out of this one... Deck the halls with boughs of folly this Christmas with Agatha Raisin, a modern-day Miss Marple, who Publishers Weekly calls "an absolute gem!"

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Sleeping in the Ground

Sleeping in the Ground An Inspector Banks Novel by Peter Robinson

MICHAEL CONNELLY calls Peter Robinson "an author with amazing empathy, a snare-trap ear for dialogue, and a clear eye for the telling detail." See why in Sleeping in the Ground, the gripping new novel starring Alan Banks — featuring an opening scene you'll never forget, and a finale you won't see coming. At the doors of a charming country church, an unspeakable act destroys a wedding party. A huge manhunt ensues. The culprit is captured. The story is over. Except it isn't. For Alan Banks, still struggling with a tragic loss of his own, there's something wrong about this case — something unresolved. Reteaming with profiler Jenny Fuller, the relentless detective deeper into the crime... deep enough to unearth long-buried secrets that reshape everything Banks thought he knew about the events outside that chapel.  And when at last the shocking truth becomes clear, it's almost too late. Packed with twists and turns, heart and soul, this is another triumph from an author "at the top of his game" (LOUISE PENNY).

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Squeeze Play

Squeeze Play Nadia Wolf, no. 4 by Nicolette Pierce

When life gets complicated, add a killer. Nadia is faced with the hardest decision of her life: Choosing between the two men who have captured her heart. And, she’s hiding like a coward . . . until things go terribly wrong. Caleb’s money has been stolen, and the likely suspect is none other than his PR manager, Jessica. And Greyson has embarked on a project that lures a killer, who has set Nadia as the target. Nadia would rather deal with the killer than choosing between Caleb and Grayson. However, if she waits too long, saying yes to the right man may come too late. Start reading today!

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A BRAND NEW Armstrong and Oscar Cozy Mystery - T A Williams Cover Art

A BRAND NEW Armstrong and Oscar Cozy Mystery

A BRAND NEW Armstrong and Oscar Cozy Mystery by T A Williams

The BRAND NEW instalment in the bestselling, beloved Armstrong & Oscar Cozy Mystery series! What readers are saying about T.A.Williams 'A fun mystery and a good read with descriptions that made me want to go book a flight. Dan and Oscar are a great team and kept me guessing!' Bestselling author Anita Davison 'T A Williams whisked me away to the beautiful Italian riviera in the company of an ex-pat private investigator and his gorgeous doggy sidekick on the case of a missing teacher. What a team, and what an adventure!!' Bestselling author Kate Wells 'The perfect combination of character, setting and plot, heralding an addictive new cozy mystery series!' Bestselling author Debbie Young 'Watching unassuming detective Dan Armstrong wheedle the truth out of folks is great fun. Highly Entertaining read!' Bestselling author Kelly Oliver 'Dan and Oscar are great company in a sun-drenched mystery that keeps you guessing right till the end.' Bestselling author Michelle Salter

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Murder in the Tuscan Hills

Murder in the Tuscan Hills It's murder in paradise! A brilliant cozy mystery from bestseller T A Williams for 2025 by T A Williams

Let bestselling author T.A. Williams whisk you away to gorgeous Tuscany in this gripping murder mystery featuring a retired DCI and his loyal companion, Oscar.🐶 It really is murder in paradise! A picturesque scene… 🍇 As grape harvest season rolls around, retired DCI Dan Armstrong and his beloved canine companion, Oscar, are looking forward to a nice quiet September. But when Dan is contacted about a mysterious death out in the Tuscan Hills, it seems that work must come before pleasure. A suspicious find… 🔎 At first it appears that the body found lying outside a prestigious winery has been the result of a tragic hit and run. But then the police discover that this is a cover up for murder…but who would kill in such an idyllic spot and why? A face from the past? 😎 As Dan investigates, he meets famous ex rock star, Digger, owner of the winery and prestigious Podere Dei Santi hotel. Digger’s guests include wealthy businessmen, tourists, and, among them, suspected mafia hitmen. But more significant for Dan is a face he knows only too well from his own past and he soon finds that wine isn't the only thing fermenting around him. Could this murder be the start of a gangland war, or do the killer’s motives lie much closer to home? Will complications from Dan's past return to trouble his future? Either way, Dan and Oscar must work around the clock to solve another mystery. Praise for T A Williams: 'A fun mystery and a good read with descriptions of Portofino that made me want to go book a flight. Dan and Oscar are a great team and kept me guessing!' Bestselling author Anita Davison 'T A Williams whisked me away to the beautiful Italian riviera in the company of an ex-pat private investigator and his gorgeous doggy sidekick on the case of a missing teacher. What a team, and what an adventure!!' Bestselling author Kate Wells 'The perfect combination of character, setting and plot, heralding an addictive new cozy mystery series!' Bestselling author Debbie Young 'Watching unassuming detective Dan Armstrong weddle the truth out of folks is great fun. Highly Entertaining read!' Bestselling author Kelly Oliver 'Dan and Oscar are great company in a sun-drenched mystery that keeps you guessing right till the end.' Bestselling author Michelle Salter

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Whips and Spurs and Murder

Whips and Spurs and Murder by Patti Larsen

An epic kind of year There were times when I made truly bad choices in life, moments when I knew better but I just couldn’t seem to help myself. You know what I mean, right? How logic and common sense seem to diverge with the powerful urge to act despite the innate understanding such actions will likely get you into a world of trouble and may not, in the end, be worth it? And, despite knowing all that, no matter how much you work to convince yourself some things are better left undone, let go, abandoned you just can’t seem to allow yourself the freedom to be a good, normal person and simply mind your own business. Wait. Was that just me? Sigh. Yeah. Just me. Okay then. Fiona Fleming’s plans to sneak into the exclusive Patterson wedding are interrupted when she stumbles on yet another body. With Crew out of town and the sheriff’s department short staffed, Fee finds herself investigating alongside his former FBI partner, Elizabeth Michaud. While she does her best to solve the murder, she uncovers further mysteries around the ruling family of the cutest town in America. Don't miss a single volume in the Fiona Fleming Cozy Mysteries! Find books one through ten available now: Bed and Breakfast and Murder Chocolate Hearts and Murder Fame and Fortune and Murder Ghosts and Goblins and Murder Ganache and Fondant and Murder Ropes and Trees and Murder Anchors Away and Murder Guns and Ammo and Murder High Heels and Runways and Murder Plaid and Fore! and Murder

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Signs and Pawtents

Signs and Pawtents by Morgana Best

There have been some fatal accidents in Wild Lime Mountain. The official police position holds there are no suspicious circumstances, but all the victims were of the Summer Court. With the killer playing cat and mouse, Nell and JenniFur decide to take matters in their own hands—and paws—with the help of Edison, Daphne, and Delilah. Can they solve the murders? Will there be a pawsitive outcome? Only time will tail. Signs and Pawtents is Book 3 in the MenoPaws Mysteries paranormal cozy mystery series from USA Today Bestselling author, Morgana Best.

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Dragons are Forever

Dragons are Forever by Nikki Haverstock

Newbie witch-turned-private investigator Ella has three things on her wish list: _That the remodel to her loft can give her a bit of privacy _That she can finish one more case so she can take a vacation _That an official investigation doesn't discover she is the person hiding a forbidden dragon While working a pet store robbery case, Ella is questioned by investigators who suspect she's hiding a dragon. The smart thing to do is get out of town immediately, dragon in tow, but as soon as she arrives in Vegas for some easy money on a simple case, there's more going on than meets the eye. She discovers an interesting connection that uncovers a major multi-city heist in the works, but solving the crime while dodging the black hat mages' investigation of her illicit roommate is a challenge—and her job is on the line.

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Killer Run

Killer Run by Lynn Cahoon

The quick meet the dead during a small-town California charity race in this cozy mystery by the  New York Times bestselling author.   As the owner of South Cove, California’s most beloved bookstore café, Jill Gardner is more known for her sit-down-and-read than her get-up-and-go. Yet she’s been talked into sponsoring a 5k charity race along the beautiful California coast. Jill is happy to hit the ground running in support of the local preservation society—until a fellow runner stumbles over a very stationary body.   The deceased is the wife of the husband-and-wife team hired to promote the event. And while her rudeness didn’t win her any friends in South Cove, it’s her own husband who comes in first on the suspect list. When he turns to Jill for help in clearing his name, she can’t resist tracing the steps of a swift and sinister killer. But she needs to act fast before she winds up crossing a permanent finished line.   This eBook edition includes a bonus teaser chapter!

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To Kill a Troubadour

To Kill a Troubadour A Bruno, Chief of Police Novel by Martin Walker

When a musician’s new song hits a political nerve, he finds himself in the crosshairs of Spanish nationalists’ ire, and it’s up to Bruno to track down the extremists who seem ready to take deadly measures, in another delightful installment of the internationally acclaimed series featuring Bruno, Chief of Police. “As usual, Walker concocts a satisfying dish featuring an intriguing lead character who moves through enviable settings and enjoys wonderful meals while tracking down criminals.”— Booklist Les Troubadours, a folk music group that Bruno has long supported, go viral with their new number, “Song for Catalonia,” when the Spanish government suddenly bans the song. The songwriter, Joel Martin, is a local enthusiast for the old Occitan language of Périgord and the medieval troubadours, and he sympathizes with the Catalan bid for independence. The success of his song provokes outrage among extreme Spanish nationalists. Then, in a stolen car found on a Périgord back road, police discover a distinctive bullet for a state-of-the-art sniper's rifle that can kill at three kilometers, and they fear that Joel might be the intended target.  The French and Spanish governments agree to mount a joint operation to stop the assailants, and Bruno is the local man on the spot who mobilizes his resources to track them down. While Bruno tries to keep the peace, his friend Florence reaches out for help. Her abusive ex-husband is about to be paroled from prison and she fears he will return to reclaim their children. Will Bruno and Florence be able to prevent this unwanted visit? Despite the pressures, there is always time for Bruno to savor les plaisirs of the Dordogne around the table with friends.

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The Rubber Band

The Rubber Band by Rex Stout

“Nero Wolfe towers over his rivals. . . . He is an exceptional character creation.”— New Yorker What do a Wild West lynching and a respected English nobleman have in common? On the surface, absolutely nothing. But when a young woman hires his services, it becomes Nero Wolfe’s job to look deeper and find the connection. A forty-year-old pact, a five-thousand-mile search, and a million-dollar murder are all linked to an international scandal that could rebound on the great detective and his partner, Archie, with fatal abruptness. “It is always a treat to read a Nero Wolfe mystery. The man has entered our folklore.”— The New York Times Book Review A grand master of the form, Rex Stout is one of America’s greatest mystery writers, and his literary creation Nero Wolfe is one of the greatest fictional detectives of all time. Together, Stout and Wolfe have entertained—and puzzled—millions of mystery fans around the world. Now, with his perambulatory man-about-town, Archie Goodwin, the arrogant, gourmandizing, sedentary sleuth is back in the original seventy-three cases of crime and detection written by the inimitable master himself, Rex Stout.

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A Thief of Time

A Thief of Time by Tony Hillerman

Don’t miss the TV series, Dark Winds, based on the Leaphorn, Chee, & Manuelito novels, now on AMC and AMC+!   “All of Tony Hillerman’s Navajo tribal police novels have been brilliant, but A Thief of Time is flat-out marvelous.”—USA Today From New York Times bestselling author Tony Hillerman, A Thief of Time is the eighth novel featuring Lieutenant Joe Leaphorn and Officer Jim Chee as they find themselves in hot pursuit of a depraved killer. At a moonlit Indian ruin where "thieves of time" ravage sacred ground in the name of profit, a noted anthropologist vanishes while on the verge of making a startling, history-altering discovery. Amid stolen goods and desecrated bones, two corpses are discovered, shot by bullets fitting the gun of the missing scientist. There are modern mysteries buried in despoiled ancient places, and Navajo Tribal Policemen Leaphorn and Chee must plunge into the past to unearth an astonishing truth and a cold-hearted killer. In his breakout novel, Hillerman paints a stunning portrait of the psychology of murder—and offers a heart-rending example of love and forgiveness.

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Magic and Mocha

Magic and Mocha by Jinty James

Drowned in a vat of bubbling mocha. Can Maddie prove it was murder with her new found witchy abilities? Please note: This book was formerly called Magic, Mocha and Murder. Recipe Included! Maddie is all set to compete in a big barista competition in Seattle, when tragedy strikes. The elegant female judge is found dead, drowned in a big vat of bubbling mocha! Requested by the police to stay in Seattle overnight, Maddie and her best friend Suzanne are determined to discover who the murderer is. But once they return home to Estherville, will it really be that simple? The full moon means another spell is revealed to Maddie, but is it one that will help her catch the killer? What will happen when she returns to Seattle the following weekend to finish competing? Is Maddie next on the killer's list? And what about Trixie, Maddie's Persian familiar? Will she be able to help Maddie from one hundred miles away – at home in Estherville? If you like reading clean paranormal murder mysteries featuring a good witch, mystical cats, and fun sidekicks, then this might be the perfect series for you! You may also enjoy: Spells and Spiced Latte - A Coffee Witch Cozy Mystery – Maddie Goodwell 1 Visions and Vanilla Cappuccino – A Coffee Witch Cozy Mystery – Maddie Goodwell 2

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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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Familiars and French Roast - A Coffee Witch Cozy Mystery

Familiars and French Roast - A Coffee Witch Cozy Mystery by Jinty James

Can Maddie's witchy abilities help her unmask a killer? Maddie, Trixie, and Suzanne have an exciting side job planned for the weekend – catering at a self-help retreat! But when a storm brews and the electricity is cut off, they start to have second thoughts. They're trapped in an old house with six strangers … Disaster strikes – one of the attendees is murdered! Can the trio discover who did it? Will the full moon help or hinder Maddie? Can she find a new spell in Wytchcraft for the Chosen that will aid their investigation? Or will she run smack dab into the murderer, totally unprepared for what happens next? Recipe Included! If you like reading clean paranormal murder mysteries featuring a good witch, mystical cats, and fun sidekicks, then this might be the perfect series for you!

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Dressed To Kill

Dressed To Kill by Lynn Cahoon

A costume drama turns truly deadly in this cozy mystery set in small-town California by the New York Times bestselling author. As the owner of Coffee, Books, and More in the tucked-away town of South Cove, California, Jill Gardner has been known to enjoy a suspenseful tale of murder—as long as it’s confined to the pages of a good book. But now a local charity wants her to portray a twenties flapper in a dinner theater murder mystery. She doesn’t love the idea, but going the extra mile for a good cause never killed anybody…until now. While everyone is expecting a “dead” body at the dress rehearsal, they are shocked to find one of their castmates actually dead. Suspicion falls on the late actor’s conniving girlfriend Sherry—who also happens to be the ex-wife of Jill’s main squeeze. Sherry is definitely a master manipulator. But is she a killer? It’s up to Jill to find out before it’s curtains for someone else.

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Pecan Pies and Dead Guys

Pecan Pies and Dead Guys by Angie Fox

From New York Times bestselling author Angie Fox Sometimes Verity Long would like to forget that she lives with the ghost of a 1920s gangster. But the reluctant housemates must once again work together when a dead detective blackmails Frankie into helping him solve a Great Gatsby-era cold case. Before she can say “bathtub gin,” Verity is dragged straight into a raging, otherworldly house party. Worse, every guest is hiding something. Meanwhile, Ellis Wydell, Verity’s living, breathing boyfriend needs Verity’s help with a police case of his own. After a dead body is discovered near the pecan orchard, Verity gives her insights, thinking her job is done. But when mysterious pecan pies start arriving at her house, she wonders who might be thanking her…or stalking her. Between hard-living ghosts and sugar-laden desserts, Verity has her work cut out for her. But will she uncover the secrets behind the pecan pies and dead guys? Or has she stumbled upon a recipe for disaster? What Reviewers are saying… 5 Stars!  “I could not put this down.” 5 Stars!  “The setting was in a fabulous mansion with glamorous characters, the story was complex, and as usual Verity and Frankie were up to their ears in suspects.” 5 Stars!  “I had such a difficult time holding back the tears. It hit me to the core and felt like I was sitting there witnessing it all myself instead of reading about it. I went back and re-read the ending over and over!” 5 Stars!  “One of the best series I've ever read.” Rating: Clean and Wholesome Paranormal Cozy Mystery Romance (with a cute pet skunk!)

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A Taste for Vengeance

A Taste for Vengeance A Bruno, Chief of Police novel by Martin Walker

Another delightful installment in the internationally acclaimed series featuring Chief of Police Bruno: When a British tourist fails to turn up for a luxurious cooking vacation in the idyllic village in the south of France that Bruno Courrèges calls home, the chief of police is quickly on the case. Monika Felder is nowhere to be found, and her husband, a retired British general, is unreachable. Not long after Bruno discovers that Monika was traveling with a mysterious Irishman with a background in intelligence, the two turn up dead. Was she running away? How much does her husband really know? Meanwhile, the star of the girls’ rugby team is pregnant, jeopardizing her chances of being named to the French national squad. Bruno’s search for the truth in both cases leads him in some unexpected directions—but as ever, he and his friends find time along the way to savor the culinary delights of the region.

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Plot Todd-EE!

Plot Todd-EE! by Patti Larsen

How much deception can a glamping raft float when the guests all have their own secrets? Becks Hogan is about to find out! When Becks and her friend, Canary Key Police Chief Allie Crown, take what is meant to be a leisurely retreat down a Florida river, the calm and serene quickly turns to mayhem and murder when one of the members of the rafting group ends up dead. Can they solve the mystery before the weight of the drama behind the homicide drags them under—with hungry help from a giant alligator? Welcome back to the world of Canary Key in this supplemental novella!

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The Potted Gardener

The Potted Gardener An Agatha Raisin Mystery by M.C. Beaton

The Potted Gardener continues the tradition in M. C. Beaton's beloved Agatha Raisin cozy mystery series—now a hit show on Acorn TV and public television. Never say die. That's the philosophy Agatha Raisin clings to when she comes home to cozy Carsely and finds a new woman ensconced in the affections of her attractive bachelor neighbor, James Lacey. The beautiful newcomer, Mary Fortune, is superior in every way, especially when it comes to gardening. And Agatha, that rose with many thorns, hasn't a green thumb to her name. With garden Open Day approaching, she longs for a nice juicy murder to remind James of her genius for investigation. And sure enough, a series of destructive assaults on the finest gardens is followed by an appalling murder. Agatha seizes the moment and immediately starts yanking up village secrets by their roots and digging up all the dirt on the victim. Problem is, Agatha has an awkward secret of her own...

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Visions and Vanilla Cappuccino

Visions and Vanilla Cappuccino by Jinty James

This book was formerly called Cappuccino Corpse. If you like reading clean paranormal murder mysteries featuring a good witch, mystical cats, and fun sidekicks, then this might be the perfect series for you ! The local coffee festival has people buzzing – but for all the wrong reasons. When an obnoxious radio personality is murdered, all signs point to Maddie, barista and witch, being the culprit! Maddie, Trixie (her familiar), and Suzanne (her best friend) are determined to clear Maddie's name, and investigate their fellow competitors. But with only two spells under her belt, can Maddie unmask the killer? It will take the combined efforts of the trio to discover who the murderer is – before it's too late! You may also enjoy: Spells and Spiced Latte - A Coffee Witch Cozy Mystery – Maddie Goodwell 1

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Happy Birthday, Marge

Happy Birthday, Marge by Shari Hearn

Happy Birthday, Marge is a ghostly tale set in the world of Sinful. It's Marge's birthday party, and Gertie wants to make it the best ever, especially since it's the first birthday since Marge's passing months ago. What the Swamp Team 3 doesn't know is that this party has a special guest, the spirit of Marge, who is trying to deliver a message to them: Someone at the party is going to try to kill Fortune. But, without the ability to communicate with them, what's a ghost to do? Will Marge somehow get the message delivered? Or will Fortune join the club of the formerly living? Happy Birthday, Marge is book 1 in the Miss Fortune World: Sinful Spirits featuring Marge (as a ghost) and other Sinful residents who reside in the ghostly realm. Happy Birthday, Marge (book one in the Sinful Spirits series) was first published on June 2, 2017 as part of the Miss Fortune Kindle Worlds program (which ended in July of 2018). It is now part of the Miss Fortune World published by J&R Fan Fiction. With regard to Fortune and Carter's relationship, as well as Fortune's threat from Middle East arms dealer, Ahmad, this story follows the storyline after the events of Later Gator, book 9 of Jana DeLeon's Miss Fortune series. I wish to thank Jana DeLeon for graciously allowing other writers to explore their own writing in a most Sinful way.

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Cheddar Off Dead

Cheddar Off Dead A Cheese Shop Mystery by Korina Moss

The Agatha Award Winner for Best First Novel In Korina Moss's cozy series debut, Cheddar Off Dead , cheesemonger Willa Bauer discovers that her new home in a small Sonoma Valley town is ripe for murder... something here stinks to high heaven, and Willa knows it's not the cheese. Cheesemonger Willa Bauer is proving that sweet dreams are made of cheese. She’s opened her very own French-inspired cheese shop, Curds & Whey, in the heart of the Sonoma Valley. The small town of Yarrow Glen is Willa's fresh start, and she's determined to make it a success – starting with a visit from the local food critic. What Willa didn’t know is that this guy never gives a good review, and when he shows up nothing goes according to plan. She doesn’t think the night can get any worse... until she finds the critic’s dead body, stabbed with one of her shop’s cheese knives. Now a prime suspect, Willa has always believed life’s problems can be solved with cheese, but she’s never tried to apply it to murder…

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Steamed Open

Steamed Open by Barbara Ross

In this cozy mystery by the author of Stowed Away , a blocked-off beach throws a small town into chaos and brings a killer out of their shell. It’s summertime in Busman’s Harbor, Maine, and the clamming is easy—or it was until a mysterious new neighbor blocks access to the beach, cutting off the Snowden Family Clambake’s supply. Julia Snowden is just one of many townspeople angered by Bartholomew Frick’s decision. But which one of them was angry enough to kill?   Beachcombers, lighthouse buffs, and clammers are outraged after Frick puts up a gate in front of his newly inherited mansion. When Julia urges him to reconsider, she’s the last to see him alive—except the person who stabs him in the neck with a clam rake. As she pores through a long list of suspects, Julia meets disgruntled employees, rival heirs, and a pair of tourists determined to visit every lighthouse in America. They all have secrets, and Julia will have to work fast to expose the guilty party—or see this season’s clam harvest dry up for good. Praise for Steamed Open “Each one is even better than the previous. I loved it!”—Suspense Magazine

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Bunburry - Murder in High Places

Bunburry - Murder in High Places A Cosy Mystery Series by Helena Marchmont

Miss Marple meets Oscar Wilde in this new series of cosy mysteries set in the picturesque Cotswolds village of Bunburry. In "Murder in High Places", the sixth Bunburry book, Oscar will brave the Cotswolds for the first time! Alfie has tried for months to convince his best friend to visit him - but when a glamorous High Society Party in honour of celebrated actor Dorian Stevens is announced, Oscar just can’t resist. He is - after all - Dorian’s greatest fan and can’t wait to meet his hero. But the evening at the lovely Saville mansion takes a murderous turn ... Helena Marchmont is a pseudonym of Olga Wojtas, who was born and brought up in Edinburgh. She was encouraged to write by an inspirational English teacher, Iona M. Cameron. Olga won a Scottish Book Trust New Writers Award in 2015, has had more than 30 short stories published in magazines and anthologies and recently published her first mystery Miss Blaine's Prefect and the Golden Samovar.

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Incantations and Iced Coffee

Incantations and Iced Coffee by Jinty James

Can Maddie, Trixie, and Suzanne solve another murder (with a little magical help) before it's too late? The whole town of Estherville seems surprised when Veronica, a woman with a bad reputation, returns to visit her cousin Claudine. Nobody seems happy to see her. But who hated her enough to kill her? Maddie, Trixie, and Suzanne can't decide which of their customers have murder in their heart – until they come face to face with the killer! This is a clean cozy cat mystery with humor, a little magic , and Trixie, the most adorable Persian familiar ever! If you enjoy reading humorous paranormal cozy mysteries, amateur sleuths, and women sleuths, this could be the perfect mystery for you! You may also enjoy: Spells and Spiced Latte - A Coffee Witch Cozy Mystery – Maddie Goodwell 1 Visions and Vanilla Cappuccino – A Coffee Witch Cozy Mystery – Maddie Goodwell 2 Magic and Mocha - A Coffee Witch Cozy Mystery – Maddie Goodwell 3 Enchantments and Espresso – A Coffee Witch Cozy Mystery – Maddie Goodwell 4 Familiars and French Roast - A Coffee Witch Cozy Mystery – Maddie Goodwell 5

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Pet Whisperer P.I. Books 1-3

Pet Whisperer P.I. Books 1-3 by Molly Fitz

Relatable Cozy Mysteries Featuring a Judgmental Cat Quirky humor? Small-town crimes? A talking cat? This boxed set has it all. When Angie Russo survives a freak accident involving a rogue coffee maker, she wakes up with a strange new ability: she can talk to animals. Well, one animal in particular—a very spoiled and extremely talkative tabby named Octavius. He insists his former owner was murdered, and Angie is the only one who can solve the case. She doesn't exactly have experience in crime solving, but it turns out she's a quick study. Soon, Angie and Octo-Cat are neck-deep in whacky whodunits, from canine eyewitnesses and riddle-speaking Sphynx cats to suspects who are all too human. It's not your typical mystery series, and that's kind of the point. If you enjoy clean cozy mysteries with animal sidekicks, small-town secrets, and a touch of magical realism, this USA Today bestselling series is the purr-fect pick for your next binge. Start the adventure with this special collection featuring the first three books in the Pet Whisperer P.I. series: Kitty Confidential , Terrier Transgressions , and Hairless Harassment . Settle in, grab your catnip tea, and enjoy the chaos.

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Animal Accomplice

Animal Accomplice by Molly Fitz

The final book in the hilarious Pet Whisperer P.I. mystery series I've kept my secret hidden for years. A blackmailer threatens to change that. All I ever wanted was to help animals and live a quiet life. But when someone uncovers my secret ability to talk to animals, everything changes. They send proof. They make threats. And they promise to expose me whether I like it or not. Octo-Cat and I must solve one final mystery before everything falls apart. We need to find the person behind the threats, uncover their motives, and stop them before my secret destroys the life I've built. This funny, heartfelt pet psychic cozy mystery is the final book in the Pet Whisperer P.I. series. If you love talking cat detectives, animal sleuth duos, and clean cozy mysteries with heart, you'll want to see how it all ends. Start reading now and uncover the truth behind the blackmail—and what comes next.

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