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A Chef's Last Course at the Food Festival: A Heartwood Haven Cozy Mystery (Book 2) Murder is on the menu in this deliciously suspenseful cozy mystery! When celebrity chef Vincent Moreau arrives at the Heartwood Haven Food Festival, herbalist Liv Pomeroy sees it as the perfect opportunity to showcase her handcrafted sage-infused products. But her hopes turn to horror when Moreau collapses face-first into his plate after tasting her creation. As suspicion falls on Liv and her herbs, she discovers that Moreau had a severe sage allergy—information conveniently omitted from the festival ...

She saved a city, now she's on trial. Balancing demonic politics, dating her sexy vampire coworker, and training for the hunter's challenge, Red thought she had figured out life as an intern monster slayer in Los Angeles. Until she receives a tribunal summons from the Blood Alliance. The crime was breaking the supernatural code of secrecy- the Dark Veil. The punishment was death. Red learns that no good deed goes unpunished in the underworld... if she can survive the lesson. Witch Gone Viral is the third book of the Red Witch Chronicles, a gritty urban fantasy series containing magic, ...

Tragedy, secrets, and heartache. It’s been the story of her life for years. Abigail knew that she should be afraid of him…but she wasn’t. Not even when he told her who he was…and why he was there.She’d taken a job on the cruise ship years ago with the thought that if she was never in any one place for very long she would be safe. No one would ever think to look for her here. At least that’s what she believed. Gabe had suspected for a couple of days that something wasn’t quite right. He’d taken this particular job thinking it would be a simple deal and tied up quickly and ...

When a renowned theater director senses something amiss during his latest production, he calls Nero Wolfe. Though the corpulent genius wouldn’t normally accept a job this vague, a mutual friend dangles the prospect of a very rare orchid in exchange for his services, and Wolfe can’t resist. With a mind to suss out useful backstage gossip, Wolfe turns to his faithful assistant, Archie Goodwin, to impersonate a journalist in order to speak to the cast. Though Goodwin’s conversations prove unfruitful, on his last day at the theater, the director is murdered in his sound-proof booth.

Just when you think you’ve nabbed crime’s biggest boss, you realize there’s ALWAYS A BIGGER FISH. Arrested and in prison, the De Luca brothers were no longer a problem for Arlie and the Anchorage Police Department, but whoever's been taking scalps is. When Arlie's forensic specialist's former co-worker from North Carolina comes to visit, the two detectives discover the scalp-seeking bandit they’re looking for in both states is the same person. For fans of The Fairies Saga, you'll remember Detective Billy Burke and his young son, Mac from AYE, I AM A FAIRY and THE GREAT BIG FAIRY. ...

VISIT THE AWESOME TEMPLE OF TOBRIOSUS SOLVE THE GREAT MYSTERY OF THE VANISHED TOBRII RACE For sleuth Barclay Heath, it was a mystery too great to resist. But as night falls on the deserted alien world, his fellow passengers begin to vanish one by one . . . Heath must unravel an age-old mystery before time runs out, before he, too, suffers the same fate as the Tobrii . . . The Barclay Heath Mysteries are set in a whimsical alternate-1920s, where humanity has ventured out into the stars but Twenties values and attitudes prevail. Barclay Heath is a gentleman detective enjoying semi-retirement ...

Suzie Whitsett loves Kyle Jones and when he gives her an amazing necklace for their two month anniversary, she is over the moon. Twenty-four hours later, it's gone and Suzie has to find out who took it before everything she has with Kyle falls apart right before New Year's...and their first New Year's kiss. Attention Funeral Crashing Fans! Make sure to check out the BONUS SCENE at the end of the book that details Kait and Ethan's New Year's Kiss! Although the characters from the Funeral Crashing Series make an appearance in this novella, it is a standalone cozy romantic mystery story. The ...

While trying to decode the dreams he is being sent by aliens, psychic detective Jack Stein is kidnapped by agents of Outreach Industries who want to exploit his talent. He is rescued by Billie who reveals that there is a traitor in their midst. Jack needs to find the solution.

Murder is never pretty In the vibrant chaos of French Quarter Fest in Orleans, P.I. Wyatt Thomas faces a daunting task—recovering a stolen treasure that transcends the boundaries of mere literature. The missing item is no ordinary book; it’s the priceless first edition of Mosquitos, William Faulkner’s legendary tale of New Orleans dynasties. As Wyatt delves into the underbelly of the city’s secrets, he discovers that a powerful patriarch from the Garden District is willing to pay a staggering million dollars for its return. The question looms: What dark revelations lie within the ...

The Hollow Needle – Arsène Lupin and the Secret of the Hidden Treasure An ancient riddle, a legendary treasure, and a master thief on the trail of one of France’s greatest mysteries: Arsène Lupin faces perhaps his most puzzling case yet. In a race against time, he must crack codes, outwit enemies, and uncover a hidden refuge – the fabled Hollow Needle. With suspense, cleverness, and unexpected twists, this classic stands out as one of the most thrilling chapters in Lupin’s adventures. A Mysterious Trail into the Past In this third volume of the Lupin series, Maurice Leblanc dives ...

Red is now the hunted. Red descends into the supernatural underbelly of Las Vegas to enroll in a magical academy. After leaving heartbreak in Los Angeles, she is ready to focus on her lessons. A new city comes with new problems when she befriends a teen orphan targeted by assassins. The mystery deepens behind the glitter of the Strip. Her old struggles aren't far behind when her brooding and heroic ex-boyfriend Lucas arrives with an ominous warning about werewolves. Another distraction to her studies is the sexy mogul Kristoff who arrives to do business with the alchemists. In the casino ...

It’s springtime in Provence! Trees are in bloom and critters are abuzz— including a murderer or two. Pastry chef Julie Cavallo is gearing up for the Easter weekend. Life is blissfully tranquil… until she learns of a wrongful conviction. Chiropractor Quentin Vernet was found guilty of fatal malpractice, stripped of his license and imprisoned for a year. And now he has lost all hope of clearing his good name. If only there was a way to help him! Unfortunately, Julie has nothing to go on. Her crew of amateur sleuths deems the case too cold and too sticky. Her gendarme boyfriend warns her...

Arsène Lupin vs. Sherlock Holmes – When Two Legends Collide What happens when the world’s smartest detective meets the most brilliant master thief? Arsène Lupin versus Sherlock Holmes – a duel full of suspense, wit, and brilliant tricks. In these stories, two extraordinary minds clash with neither willing to give an inch. But who will come out on top – the king of disguise or the master of logic? An irresistible crime classic packed with pace, irony, and surprising twists. Two Geniuses, One Game Without Rules In this second volume of the Arsène Lupin series, we witness a literary...

A mysterious woman with dark secrets rocks Oyster Island to the core Embark on an exhilarating journey to the Big Easy with lighthouse keeper Jack Wiesinski and the last Atakapa Indian Grogan ‘Chief’ la Tortue as they indulge in their favorite pastime at Rockie’s strip club. When an alluring stripper named Vixen takes the stage, their wild night takes an unexpected twist. Vixen is an enigma—a mysterious woman living in squalor behind the club. With nothing but a duffel bag and a few meager possessions to her name, she captivates Chief with her otherworldly dance moves. When she ...

The legend of Maggie's Bridge is well known to locals. In the late 1800's a young girl, pregnant and frightened, loses her life on a lonely bridge in a terrible storm. But what is the truth behind the story? Who was Maggie Bloxom? What fates brought her to that dark place and stole her future away from her? Claire Ludlow is a local. She grew up visiting the bridge at midnight and calling for Maggie. One night when she was 16 she sees more than she thought possible. When life draws her back to her home town years later and drops her within arms reach of the bridge, can she use newly ...

Hercule Poirot's quiet supper in a London coffee house is interrupted when a young woman confides to him that she is about to be murdered. She is terrified, but begs Poirot not to find and punish her killer. Once she is dead, she insists, justice will have been done. Later that night, Poirot learns that three guests at a fashionable London hotel have been murdered, and a cufflink has been placed in each one's mouth. Could there be a connection with the frightened woman?

[Original Novella Version, now replaced by the novel length Extended Version] Detective Richard Burnside is a long way from Earth system. For two years he's been tracking a serial killer, and finally he falls only hours short of preventing the next kill. Avon PD are as much use as any other PD when it comes to this killer, but this time, has the killer finally slipped up? Thinking you know the next target doesn’t help much unless someone will believe you. General Price introduces Burnside to Captain Jane, and with Janet's help, they set a trap for the killer on Hunter's Redoubt. But is ...

Good Samaritan Shot Dead5 stars - 'Each book is better than the last.' A heartwarming cozy mystery series about family, friendship and a crusade for justice. Dolphin Bay is celebrating Founder's Day with great pomp and show. Anna's cherry lime cupcakes impress the patron of the year, a retired doctor who has generously sponsored the local food bank. The next morning, the whole town reels in shock at the news of his death. When the police arrest Anna's employee for murder, her criminal past is revealed. There is trouble in paradise as Anna realizes her gentleman friend kept secrets from her....

I only have two problems: 1. I am dead. 2. My daughter is trying to resurrect me. Before my death, I was Lucas Johnson, a fallen angel, and a private investigator. Now, I am Lucifer. And after six year's worth of failed attempts at self-resurrection, I've had enough of being dead. But then fortune finally smiles upon me, and I hear a prayer. In his last moment of despair, a Colombian priest prays to me, offering his body and soul in exchange for my help. That's the easiest deal of my life, and through that, I make the first step to my return. And it turns out I'm not the only one working on...

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 ...