by Philip Eliot | Apr 16, 2026 | Mystery |
From the Edgar Award–winning author, a tale of a missing woman and a crime ring, featuring the lawyer and detective who inspired the HBO limited series.Defense lawyer Perry Mason needs a temporary typist, but the one he hires turns out to be more temporary than expected. When she disappears, leaving a couple of diamonds behind in her haste, Mason winds up taking on a new client: a gem importer in his office building who’s been charged with smuggling and murder. But if Mason’s going to untangle this case, finding the typist is key . . .This mystery is part of Edgar Award–winning author Erle Stanley Gardner’s classic, long-running Perry Mason series, which has sold three hundred million copies and serves as the inspiration for the HBO show starring Matthew Rhys and Tatiana Maslany.”Millions of Americans never seem to tire of Gardner’s thrillers.” —The New York Times
by Philip Eliot | Apr 16, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Sudden riches lead to a world of trouble…Newly widowed Charlotte McLaughlin is adrift following the sudden death of her husband of twenty years and the shocking discovery of the lavish double life he’d lived while purportedly traveling for business.When Charlotte’s only nephew and his fiancée are notified that their secluded wedding venue has flooded, her sister Jane suggests an alternative venue: a Thanksgiving week cruise from Seattle to Alaska aboard the private residence ship where Charlotte’s husband had purchased a two-bedroom unit without her knowledge.What better way to get closer with her family and banish the memories Charlotte can’t bear to touch now?But the bride is found dead less than twenty-four hours after departure, and the head of security holds the groom on suspicion of her murder. Charlotte and Jane must figure out who is responsible for the murder before their nephew goes to jail for a crime they’re adamant he couldn’t have committed. Then a second victim is discovered, and Charlotte becomes even more certain there’s a killer on the guest list.Fans of Ruth Ware, Ellery Adams, and Agatha Christie will love this twisty, locked-room mystery set aboard a luxury ship.Perfect for readers who enjoy:Amateur sleuths & sisters solving crimesCruise ship mysteries & destination settingsWhodunits with unexpected twists
by Philip Eliot | Apr 16, 2026 | Crime Fiction |
Written with a wry, witty narrative voice and a plot full of twists and turns, John Keyse-Walker’s Minotaur Books/Mystery Writers of America First Crime Novel Award-winning debut is a pure delight.As a Special Constable, Teddy Creque is the only police presence on the remote, sun-drenched island of Anegada, nestled in the heart of the British Virgin Islands. In all his years on the job, Teddy has never considered the possibility that he might have to address an actual crime on his peaceful island. That is, until he receives a hysterical call about a dead man on the beach. Indeed, Teddy is shocked to discover Paul Kelliher, a biologist who traveled to the island every winter for research, lying dead on the sands of the island’s most remote beach, killed by a single shot to the head. And when the BVI’s “real police” task Teddy with informing Kelliher’s nearest kin of his death, Teddy makes an even more surprising discovery: there’s no record that Paul Kelliher ever existed. Suddenly Teddy’s routine life is thrown into tumult as he tries to track a killer—against his boss’s wishes—while balancing his complicated family life, three other jobs, and the colorful characters populating the island around him.
by Philip Eliot | Apr 16, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Sixty-year-old widow Ginny Cole thought she’d used up her life quota of bad luck. So she’s dismayed when her move to the quaint village of Little Shaw begins with finding the murdered body of rude and dislikeable library manager, Louisa Farnsworth. Has misfortune followed her cross-country?When suspicion falls on the daughter of her friend Hen, because of a perfectly innocent threatening letter, Ginny’s sure the police are letting the real killer walk free, and together with fellow widows JM and Tuppence, she’s determined to find the truth.Between following the trail of local gossip, digging up graveyards at midnight, and discovering dark secrets about the village’s past, sleuthing seems simple enough. But when another body is found, Ginny starts to wonder, are they in over their heads?And when the widows’ snooping puts Ginny too close for the killer’s comfort, will her new life in Little Shaw end as dramatically as it began…?If you love Sarah Yarwood-Lovett, Robert Thorogood and The Thursday Murder Club mysteries, you’ll adore this charming cozy mystery full of page turning twists and endearing characters.Readers love The Widows’ Guide to Murder:‘I just loved this book, I read it in one sitting. I couldn’t put it down. The story was so good, I just had to read on to find out more. This book has some amazing characters they just seem so much fun. I was very sad to have come to the end of this book and I look forward to the next book in the series.’ Reader review, ??????????‘Had everything I love about a cozy mystery—an excellent cast of (sometimes eccentric) characters, a quirky cat, a charming village…and a grumpy detective inspector who glares at everyone (I loved him!)… There were lots of twists and turns and the mystery kept me guessing right to the end. A great start to the series. Can’t wait to read the next one. Highly recommended!’ Reader review, ??????????‘Such an entertaining and fun cozy murder mystery. I was immediately immersed in the story… The group of widows are so charming, adorable and quirky… you want to be their friends and join their group… I can’t wait to read the next book, and I can’t wait to see what trouble the widows get into next.’ Reader review, ??????????‘If you liked The Thursday Murder Club, this book is for you. I loved this cozy mystery! Ginny and her amateur detective friends are a hoot. I loved the different personalities all coming together and solving the small village’s recent murders. I’m looking forward to book 2!’ Reader review, ??????????‘I couldn’t put it down… The characters are believable and the story unfolded at an excellent pace – I loved it and will recommend it to all my friends.’ Reader review, ??????????‘An utterly delightful read… It’s a very cozy mystery and has MC Beaton vibes which I love… For anyone looking for a book that combines heartwarming characters and just the right amount of mystery, The Widows’ Guide to Murder is a must-read. Highly recommended!’ Reader review, ??????????‘This was delightful!… I was especially drawn in by the quirky characters, whacky hijinks, and an especially twisty, really-hard-to-guess mystery! Ginny and her new friends were a delight to read about. If you like Sister Boniface or Agatha Raisin, you will enjoy this series!’ Reader review, ??????????‘This was such a lovely read! I love an older character and a cosy murder mystery… So many twists and I didn’t ever consider the killer… Perfect for fans of The Thursday Murder Club!’ Reader review, ??????????‘I so loved this… read with a smile… Sometimes you take a chance when reading a new author, and I’m so very glad I did.’ Reader review, ??????????
by Philip Eliot | Apr 16, 2026 | Cozy Mystery |
Abigail Summers, dressmaker in life, brilliant sleuth in death, is investigating a death at The Chiltern Valley Flying Club.Trevor Patterson was a radio ham, so could he have heard something over the airwaves? When another body is found, Abigail, psychic medium, Hayley, and her police constable husband, need help from the pilots, alive and dead.Anonymous love letters are being delivered to Becklesfield and the other villages, but deaths take place not long afterwards. Abigail and the spectral sleuths follow the clues to a single’s club at The Spotted Bull.Or could the murders be connected to a lonely hearts column in the local paper? After Hayley has another vision, they must race against time before the ‘Sealed With A Kill’ killer claims another victim.The ninth book in Ann Parker’s Abigail Summers Cozy Mysteries, THE DEADLY FLYING CLUB weaves together suspense, humour and a touch of the paranormal.
