by admin | Mar 7, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
Tessa Windsor loves her peaceful life as a hiking guide in the stunning Colorado Rockies. But everything changes when she inherits a mysterious legacy from a great-aunt she never knew existed—and discovers that her inheritance is magic. Suddenly, Tessa can understand every word her loyal border collie, Finn, and mischievous cat, Briar, are saying—and they have a lot to say.But Tessa’s new gift comes with a twist. She’s haunted by a vision of a woman being murdered, and when the details turn out to be chillingly real, she knows she can’t ignore it. With Finn’s boundless energy and Briar’s sharp wit, Tessa dives headfirst into the mystery, uncovering secrets that someone will go to deadly lengths to protect.As the danger closes in, Tessa must master her newfound powers and trust her magical bond with her animal companions to solve the case before she becomes the next victim.Fans of cozy mysteries with a paranormal twist will be enchanted by A Guide to Solving a Murder, where murder, magic, and an unforgettable cast of characters collide in the heart of the Colorado Rockies. Perfect for readers who love clever animals, a touch of humor, and page-turning intrigue!
by admin | Mar 7, 2025 | Cozy Mystery |
‘I couldn’t put it down… I genuinely loved it… So vivid, like I was right there with them… I would definitely recommend it.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????Join Ally McKinley at her cosy little guesthouse in the Scottish Highlands for whisky by the fire, beautiful mountain views and… a murder to solve? For recently retired Ally McKinley, the tiny village of Locharran is the perfect place to open the guesthouse of her dreams in a lovingly restored old Scottish malthouse. Before long she is making friends with the locals, including Hamish Sinclair, the earl who owns the nearby castle. But things take an unexpected turn when her first paying guest, American tourist Wilbur Carrington, is found sprawled across her cobblestoned courtyard with a dagger in his back…With the police baffled, Ally’s instincts get the better of her, and she can’t resist launching her own investigation. In no time at all she and her Labrador puppy Flora are on the case, making enquiries over tea and excellent shortbread. She finds that Wilbur, a keen amateur genealogist, was convinced that he was the rightful Earl of Locharran… Even worse, he had plans that would put many people out of their jobs and even their homes.But which of the locals resorted to murder? The hotel owner furiously trying to save his business? Locharran Castle’s fiercely loyal housekeeper who’d do anything for the earl? Or the earl himself, whose entire way of life was threatened by what Wilbur knew?Looking for clues, Ally finds a faded photograph in a hidden drawer in Wilbur’s room. Could this be the key to solving the mystery? But when one of her suspects dies in a suspicious accident, Ally realises that things are getting a wee bit too close for comfort… Can she uncover the truth or will a killer get off scot-free?An utterly unputdownable new Scottish cosy mystery series from bestselling author Dee MacDonald. Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Faith Martin and Clare Chase.What readers are saying about Murder in the Scottish Highlands:‘Absolutely brilliant!!… Amazing!!… Another addictive beauty by the very talented Dee!!… Clear your schedules… I absolutely devoured it in one sitting as it was 100% addictive!!… Addictive and page-turning… Perfect to read in front of the fire… Fantastic!!!’bookwormwhitlock86,?????‘What an absolute riot… Had me smiling and laughing all the way through. I just loved everything about it… Breathtaking… Kept me on my toes.’ YorkshireCarly‘I galloped through this in a matter of hours… On my must-read list… First-class… Fast-paced, witty and full of unpredictable plot twists… Kept me guessing until the very end… Brilliant… Has winner written all over it… A triumph!’ Bookish Jottings‘So so cozy!!! Positively delightful… I honestly wanted to jump into the book and help solve the case!… Just when you think there won’t be another twist, there’s another one right around the corner!!… Kept me on my toes the whole time.’ kelsgrxce‘Watch out Miss Marple, Ally McKinley is on the case!… Will keep you glued to your seat. This book pairs well with a cup of tea.’ dianelikestoread, ?????‘Couldn’t put it down until I turned the last page. Yeah, it’s that good!… Will keep you guessing until the end.’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘Amazing read to curl up by the fire with! Heart-warming and quirky with the amazing cozy backdrop of the Scottish Highlands. Best enjoyed with a warm cup of tea!’ thatbookishthea,?????
by admin | Mar 7, 2025 | Romantic Comedy |
A BRAND NEW brilliantly funny fake marriage romance from bestseller Camilla IsleyWhen Life Gives You Lemons, Fake an EngagementWhen investment banker Adrian and software engineer Rowena started the day, they didn’t expect to end it engaged! But Adrian has invented a fake fiancée to impress his CEO, regretting the lie almost immediately, and now he is in hot water. Meanwhile, Rowena’s career has just gone up in flames, leaving her unemployed, unexpectedly expecting with no father in the picture, and short of options. When fate throws these two hot messes into a meet-cute of epic proportions, it’s a match made in rock-bottom heaven. They say love is blind, and with nothing to lose, Adrian gets down on one knee… and Rowena says yes!The rules of engagement are simple:Pretend to be madly in loveKeep their real lives separateAbsolutely, positively do NOT catch feelingsHowever, faking it is harder than they thought, especially when every overnight stay comes with only one bed and zero personal space—blurring that imaginary line between ‘just business’ and ‘definitely personal.’Soon, their carefully constructed charade starts to feel alarmingly… real. Can Adrian and Rowena stick to their engagement pact, or will their fake relationship graduate to something authentically messy, complicated, and wonderful?Find out in this hilarious, heartwarming tale of two strangers who said “I do” before they even said “Hello.” Because sometimes, the worst day of your life just might lead to the best mistake you’ll ever make.If the Ring Fits is an age gap, marriage of convenience rom-com with a multi-millionaire MMC and a STEM FMC perfect for fans of Lynn Painter, Sarah Adams and Fallon Ballard…Praise for Camilla Isley:”He’s a billionaire and so is she! This is no ordinary billionaire romance. It is a romcom full of wit, charm, sexual chemistry and brains.” Laura Carter”Sexy, funny, romantic and heartfelt – this book has it all – a must read.” Sandy Barker”A fast-paced, entertaining will-they-won’t-they that kept me on tenterhooks to the end.” Phoebe MacLeodThe banter, the wit, and the overall plot were exceptional ??????????An excellent romcom that will leave you feeling happy! ??????????this book has cemented Camilla Isley as a must-read author for me ??????????This story deserves a big-screen adaptation—I’d be the first in line to watch it. ??????????If you love romance, this is for you! ??????????”If the Ring Fits” is pure rom-com perfection. It’s like the literary equivalent of your favorite romantic comedy movie ??????????
by admin | Mar 7, 2025 | Horror & Paranormal |
Discover the new star of magical London with the first two books in the bestselling Crow Investigations urban fantasy mystery series.Omnibus edition includes: The Night Raven and The Silver Mark–Book 1: The Night RavenMeet Lydia Crow…Lydia has always known she has no power, especially next to her infamous and more-than-slightly dodgy family. Which is why she carved her own life as a private investigator far away from London.When a professional blunder forces her home, the head of the family calls in a favour, and Lydia finds herself investigating the disappearance of her cousin, Maddie.Soon, Lydia is neck-deep in problems: her new flatmate is a homicidal ghost, the intriguing, but forbidden, DCI Fleet is acting in a distinctly unprofessional manner, and tensions between the old magical families are rising.The Crows used to rule the roost and rumours claim they are still the strongest.The Silvers have a facility for lying and they run the finest law firm in London.The Pearl family were costermongers and everybody knows that a Pearlie can sell feathers to a bird.The Fox family… Well. The less said about the Fox family the better.For seventy-five years, a truce between the four families has held strong, but could the disappearance of Maddie Crow be the thing to break it?–Book 2: The Silver MarkLondon is Lydia Crow’s city so when a man is found hanged under Blackfriars Bridge, she takes it personally.Driven by her desire to improve her fledgling P.I. skills and an innate sense of justice, Lydia investigates. Even when it seems as if the Silver Family might be involved, Lydia refuses to back down.The Silver Family, who run the finest law firm in London, have a gift for persuasion. In the Bad Old Days it was said they could make a man jump off a roof by convincing him he could fly. But that’s all in the past… Isn’t it?Everybody wants something from Lydia: Her Uncle Charlie wants her to join the infamous Family Business, her ghostly flatmate wants her to test her power, DCI Fleet wants a relationship, and the Silver Family want her to keep her nose out.Trouble is, Lydia has never been much good at taking orders. And London in a heatwave is a dangerous place to be…–Discover this exciting paranormal mystery series from bestselling author of magical fiction, Sarah Painter, today!Praise for the series:’I’m a huge fan!’Charlaine Harris, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Sookie Stackhouse novels‘My favourite new urban fantasy series, clever and twisty and deliciously magical, with a shivery sense of wonder that feels utterly grounded in its London setting. Perfect for fans of Ben Aaronovitch, Genevieve Cogman or Robert Galbraith!’ Stephanie Burgis, author of Snowspelled and Masks and Shadows’All my favorite things together- mystery, crime, a sassy female PI and a Magical underworld going on right under Londoner’s noses.’ A.L. Michael
by admin | Mar 7, 2025 | Horror & Paranormal |
Fifteen-year-old Noelle’s life is messy. Her dad left when she was little. Her mom would rather be someone’s girlfriend than her mother. And her half-sister pretty much hates her. With so much family drama to deal with, making friends is the last thing on Noelle’s mind. But when she receives a mysterious invitation inviting her to the cemetery at midnight, that all changes…
Noelle thought having friends was supposed to make life better but soon finds herself trying to solve a murder instead. And when everyone’s a suspect, it won’t be easy. At least Noelle has a grandma who adores her and a boy in the neighborhood who does too—oh, wait, isn’t he a suspect also? Noelle’s grandma has an unusual gift and Noelle may discover she has a talent of her own.
