Cozy Detective

When Laurence Harford, a prominent businessman and philanthropist is found murdered in the historic Rocks area of Sydney, Detective Chief Inspector Fitzjohn is asked to solve the crime quickly and discreetly. After barely starting his investigation, uncovering a discarded mistress and disgruntled employees, a second killing occurs. Meanwhile, Laurence’s nephew, Nicholas Harford, has his certainties in life shaken when he becomes a suspect in his uncle’s death, and receives a mysterious gold locket that starts a chain of events unravelling his family’s dark truths.

Bailar nunca fue tan peligroso… Dentro del resplandor y el brillo de los gremios literarios, donde el glamur y los oscuros secretos son inseparables, la deslumbrante noche se convierte en un oscuro amanecer para un magnate de renombre. Gabriel Caballero, la voz periodística más atrevida del Mediterráneo, se ve envuelto en el corazón de un asesinato que sacude los cimientos de un opulento evento: los premios Saturno, el evento literario más importante del país. Invitado como juez para dictar el fallo del libro ganador, recibe misteriosamente un manuscrito que está ligado a su ...

Living in a haunted house is nothing new to Danielle. In fact, she's rather fond of the ghosts who visit Marlow House. But after she brings home the twins, unexplained paranormal activities in the nursery perplex not just her, but the ghosts who frequently visit Marlow House.

Former shock-jock Scott Johnson was almost miraculously healthy just a few weeks ago. So why did this famous vlogger suffer a fatal cardiac arrest on his treadmill this morning? It's up to homicide detective Tyler and psychiatrist Daphne to find out.

Mildred Petrie had worked as a meter maid and built a comfortable retirement, then her husband's sudden death changed everything. Learning of his secrets at the funeral, left her broke and alone. Desperate, she takes the only job available to an older woman at the Ivory Winds Casino - undercover security. Drug deals, armed robbery, and Mildred is catapulted into a new life. Excitement, danger, and disguises. Only Mildred can find the truth! A breathless, page-turner, in sensible shoes. Mildred is waiting for you, start reading today.

A flubbed robbery investigation has left Detective Ann Essex in rehab with a broken hip. Detective William Dancer is on desk duty as a result with not much to do these last few days before Christmas but work out, write, bake cookies, and try to decide on his future career path. A trip north to Buckelsmere from Philadelphia will involve Bill with Ann once again in murder, this time a little too close to home. While Detective Ann Essex and Detective Bill Dancer try to unravel the mystery and solve the murders this holiday season, other ongoing new characters are introduced: daughter Robin, ...

Zoe’s hard-won peaceful life is shattered when a devious thief targets her most prized possession—a vibrant portrait that’s her last connection to her long-dead brother. It’s a painting that also holds the secrets of a forgotten artist who created recipes for the most breathtaking colors ever seen. When the canvas disappears and murder follows, Zoe must unravel a palette of deadly puzzles. With her quick-witted sidekick Dorian and their eclectic group of friends, Zoe races to catch a killer, evade a secret society, and recover her beloved painting.

A fictional fun series of cozy mysteries and detecting. Simple and an entertaining read. The next chapter in the series continues. Lady Katherine Ashcroft and her dearest friend, Ellie, have just arrived. They are in New York for what should have been an enjoyable holiday, only things get out of hand! The cruise that they had experienced and survived has now passed, but there are dark secrets, and they could sound the beginning of an even deadlier encounter! It is 1951, and this retired British Agent, is called back into her duty to prevent an uneasy Cold War from brewing up a storm. Liam, ...

When a member of Pinewood Hollow’s beloved knitting club is found strangled with a half-finished scarf, the cozy group becomes the focus of a shocking murder investigation. Bakery and craft shop owner Violet “Vi” Dumont knows something isn’t right, and with her mischievous ginger cat Muffin leading the way, she begins to unravel the tangled web of secrets surrounding the death. As Vi digs deeper, she discovers hidden rivalries, stolen knitting patterns, and bitter feuds within the seemingly tight-knit group. With the help of Detective Marcus Reed and Muffin’s uncanny ability to ...

Is Ann Essex, Consulting Detective, capable of murder? We know she’s capable of covering up murder, but does she actually commit murder this time? Have the demons rising from her past finally pushed her too far? Will the surfacing of an old aggressive boyfriend and the son of a previous lover drive Ann Essex, Consulting Detective, to murder, or will she rise above the ashes of those memories that she burnt so long ago, to become stronger?

Appearances can be deceptive. A charming English village mystery. Simon is asked to protect the eldest daughter of a local property developer during a family celebration. The family have received a series of disturbing threats, but the developer doesn't want to involve the police. The celebration goes well, but Simon makes a decision with fatal consequences. When the younger daughter asks for his help, there are many reasons why he should stay away from the family. But Simon wants to redeem himself. A friend's future depends on him getting it right this time. But will he?

An enthusiastic crowd gathered at Lyrebird Lodge in the Blue Mountains on that crisp autumn morning, all anxious to acquire one of Florence Fontaine’s much sought after paintings. However, the only art on one visitor’s mind is the art of murder. Detective Chief Inspector Fitzjohn, unwittingly drawn into the case, launches his investigation that reveals a web of past and present jealousy, deceit and revenge, at a time when his own life is unravelling before his eyes. Meanwhile, Claire Reynolds, Florence’s business manager and organiser of the event, finds herself entangled in the ...

In the tranquil, upscale village of Bel Harbor, chaos lurks as burglars swipe a rare book from the local library, setting off a chain of mystery and murder that sends shockwaves through the town. Amid the turmoil, Rachel Karr, an amateur sleuth with a knack for uncovering secrets, receives a chilling call about the theft in the dead of night. Detective Luke Farley joins forces with Rachel, recognizing her keen problem-solving skills as an invaluable asset when murder enters the picture. Luke's spirited teenage daughter, Maddie, eager to prove herself, brings her puzzle-solving abilities to ...

When Liz retires as a detective and moves to sleepy Scarlet Cove, the murder and lies of the big city, soon follow. Days after starting her new life, she finds the body of a fisherman. What appears to be an accident soon reveals itself to be something worse: poison! With her new life on the line, Liz vows to discover the truth and restore tranquillity to Scarlet Cove.

Who knew knitting circles could be so deadly! When small town seamstress, Pennie Pleat, tries her hand at knitting, she finds herself plunged into a community of secrets and deceit. Her knitted scarf is coming to life when she discovers the body of the former Knitting Digest editor murdered with a knitting needle plunged into her neck, and Pennie and her dog Max are caught up in another murder. Investigating the victim’s tangled relationships, Pennie discovers bitter feuds over stolen designs, an affair with a friend’s husband, dubious involvement in a past death, and bullying that ...

My summer escape to Camp Willow Creek promised campfires and marshmallows, not murder and mayhem. If my clumsy arrival to camp, designed for recovery and relaxation, wasn’t enough, then unpacking to a dead body in the woods certainly didn’t help. Being the first at the scene, Detective Harper, makes me his prime suspect. The camper’s whispers about Donnie’s untimely death makes my curiosity run deep; there’s no way I’m sitting this one out. Biscuit, my trusted sidekick mutt,and I sniff out clues. What we uncover is a web of secrets slicker than the murky lake bottom. The other ...

A Felix Nightwhisker Mystery – A charmingly gritty feline noir series packed with sharp claws, sharper wit, and shadowy secrets. Step into the whiskered world of Felix Nightwhisker, a hard-boiled feline detective with a knack for uncovering secrets others would rather keep buried. Set in the moody streets of Whisker City, where alley cats barter in whispers and the scent of treachery lingers behind every fish market and fencepost, Felix prowls the night to solve the cases no one else dares touch. Each mystery delivers a tightly-woven tale of suspense, unexpected humor, and unforgettable ...

A Cupcakes-and-Crime CaperWhen Tiffany and Rosie are asked to investigate the death of a performance artist, they’re not quite sure what to expect. Angry artists, a familiar loan shark, and uncooperative security guards all seem out to thwart their investigation. Will Tiffany and Rosie find the killer before they strike again? Meanwhile, Tiffany’s boyfriend Stone is dealing with his own unsolvable case, that of a missing armored van – can Tiffany help him uncover enough clues to reveal the van and the people who stole it? Praise for A.R. Winters: "The perfect balance of being ...

Amberling may be a bustling city, but for journalist Rease McCallan, it’s also a place of charming cafés, vintage bookstores, and the perfect backdrop for her first big scoop. Unfortunately, her latest assignment isn’t about coffee—it’s about the shocking murder of a wealthy hedge fund manager. Police Chief David Longbrooke isn’t thrilled with the eager reporter poking around his case—especially when her curiosity gets her tangled in the investigation. But as they both dig deeper, they uncover whispers of embezzlement, a dangerous cover-up, and a mystery far bigger than they ...

After her painful and heartbreaking divorce, Bonnie Mayberry thought her life was over. The numbness, the disbelief in what had happened and the fear of what would come next ensured that her every thought was tinged with doubt. Hoping for a fresh start, she’s packed up, said her goodbyes and moved to the small town of Snow Ridge, New Hampshire. Settling down in an old, renovated farmhouse, she plans to focus on the simple things in life. And, in time, she is determined to get back to some semblance of normalcy. But, apparently, that is not going to happen any time soon… The ...