Sara Mason joins in searching for Huxley's MIA brother's remains in the Vietnam jungle. She is joined by her friend Esmerelda.Later in Hawaii, Sara learns that a six-year-old neighborhood girl had gone missing ten years earlier. Something odd is going on at the nearby forest cliffs; someone wants this cold case to stay cold.But even after attempts are made on Sara's life, she pushes on with the investigation and pursues the leads that take her on a path of danger. Can she solve the mystery of the Howling Cliffs?Praise from readers:"Detailed and rich, the descriptions of Kauai made me feel like I was really there, and I became totally absorbed in the atmosphere. As a history buff, I thoroughly enjoyed the historical aspect of Vietnam as well the behind the scenes forensics. Howling Cliffs is a must read for all mystery fans." - Kim Murphy, Amazon Review"There is great depth to both her characters and locations that many books lack... Another wonderful mystery by Mary Deal." - Hilary H. Hall, Amazon Review

A small town, a cozy diner, an adorable cat, and a handsome sheriff. What could be better than that?When Ivy Clark moves to Muddy Creek to help her injured aunt with her diner, she expects a quiet life. The town is barely on the map, and excitement is rare.Everything is going smoothly until Ivy’s uncle is murdered and evidence is found in Ivy’s purse. With her aunt and cousin doubting her innocence, she knows it’s up to her to find the killer.Ivy enlists any help she can get, including a fifty-year-old cook and a seventy-year-old diner patron. Will they find the murder and clear her name, or will she end up in prison for a crime she didn’t commit?

In a magical museum filled with some truly killer artefacts, Annie Egan discovers that her gifts are far greater than she ever believed.Annie’s always preferred the quiet life, but when she reluctantly takes a job at the Museum of Magical Artefacts, she encounters killer knights, murderous mummies, magical mirrors and mysterious vampires.She could totally do without the nail-biting adventures and the many murders she now has to solve. But as for the friendships, the romance, and the adorable dormouse? Well, maybe those parts aren’t so bad…This box set contains the first four full-length books from A.A. Albright’s Museum of Magical Artefacts:Book One: Killer Knight at the MuseumBook Two: Murderous MummyBook Three: Wonky WonderlandBook Four: Vampire’s Ball

Meet Julia Bird: recently single, reluctantly retired, and… an amateur sleuth?Julia Bird has left London for a fresh start in a picturesque Cotswolds village, and the rustic charm and cosy fireplaces of her little cottage are everything she’d hoped for. But when she tears down the old garden shed to make way for a chicken coop, she unearths much more than she’d bargained for… the body of a young woman, apparently buried for decades, thrusting Julia into a baffling mystery.With only one copper on the case in Berrywick, Julia decides to solve the who and whodunnit herself, taking her wayward puppy Jake along for the ride. And so begins a whirlwind tour of the village – from the dotty 90-year-old to the delightful doctor and the village gardener, it seems everyone has something to hide.Soon, Julia is convinced she has discovered the killer’s identity, until Jake, a true Labrador, finds a new love of the local lake’s waterfowl and instead ends up catching her chief suspect… drowned. Back at square one, with potential culprits galore, Julia – newly nicknamed the Grim Reaper – despairs at ever solving the murders.But as Julia ruffles feathers village-wide, the clock is ticking. There is someone in the village who has killed twice already. Will they be prepared to make it third time lucky to keep their secret safe?This totally addictive page-turning cozy mystery is perfect for fans of M.C. Beaton, Faith Martin and Betty Rowlands.Readers love An English Garden Murder:‘There just aren't enough stars for this one, so I can only give it FIVE!! I'm so looking forward to the next book in the series!!’ Goodreads reviewer?????‘I absolutely LOVED this… Julia Bird was an amazing and lovable character… Once I started it, I couldn't stop until I had finished it. I will definitely be on the lookout for the second novel in this series!’ Goodreads reviewer?????‘I loved this very English murder mystery, so reminiscent of Agatha Christie… I loved everything about this book.’ NetGalley reviewer ?????‘Fabulous… addictive… a witty and delightful crime novel full of delicious red herrings, rural mischief and bucolic charm that is impossible to put down.’ Bookish Jottings‘Oh my, I loved Julia Bird… she is a delight!. I can’t wait for the next one! Please don’t let it be long! It’s a five out of five on the enJOYment scale and highly recommended!’MoongloTexas ?????‘Really entertaining… I simply couldn't put the book down… Julia's life in the countryside with her newly adopted dog Jake was too enjoyable… I cannot wait to read for Julia Bird's next adventure!… five stars!’ Tropical Girl Reads Books ?????‘Brilliant!… I really warmed to Julia and especially Jake, her errant puppy and loved the village life…’ Broadbean’s Books?????‘I loved this first book in a new cozy, English countryside series and hope it continues for a very long run…’ NetGalley reviewer ?????‘I really enjoyed this… heartwarming… always entertaining read.’ Jen Med's Book Reviews????‘I loved this book! I am always thrilled to find a new cozy mystery/series to get stuck into and I thoroughly enjoyed this one…’ A Wordy Woman ?????‘I'm pretty sure I want to be Julia Bird when I retire. Charming little cottage in a village in the Cotswolds in England? Check! Best friend who works as a librarian? Check! Time to finally learn how to bake and cook delicious food? Check! Insta-love with an adorable chocolate lab puppy? Check! Distinguished village Doctor who could be mistaken for Sean Connery?… I really enjoyed this brand-new cozy mystery.’ Goodreads reviewer ?????

A love letter to libraries. A puzzle for the ages. A fight for the future.A stolen book. A cryptic note. Retired reporter Marvin MickleThwait knows something's wrong—and librarian Gloria Thanh is his only hope.Their search plunges them into a long-forgotten part of the library's underground stacks, where they discover a code hidden behind several spurious call numbers. Each clue pulls them deeper into a conspiracy that threatens not just the library, but their growing feelings for each other.Someone wants this library closed. Permanently. And Marvin and Gloria stand in the way.The stakes are higher than they imagined: if the library falls, other public institutions will follow. Two unlikely detectives. One impossible puzzle. And a race against time to crack the code that will keep the library doors open.Perfect for book-loving fans of intricate mysteries and clever code-cracking.

The crown jewels are missing. The royal guard is unconscious. And Rebecca Orange just became the most unlikely detective Monrovia’s ever seen.Castle life was supposed to be simple: train the giraffe, keep the dog out of the champagne bucket, and definitely don’t fall for your boss—the charming Duke of Atwood. But when the legendary Monrovian Crown Jewels vanish in front of half of Europe’s press, Rebecca and her misbehaving golden retriever, Joe, get pulled into a scandal fit for the tabloids.With suspects that include a glam royal cousin, a flustered jeweler, a blue-haired anarchist, and a museum curator with a PhD in secrets, Rebecca is suddenly investigating a crime that could ruin the village—and break more than just a few hearts.Armed with nothing but curiosity, cozy castle connections, and a very large dog in formalwear, Rebecca has one mission: solve the case before someone else makes her the next royal scandal.Mystery. Mayhem. Monarchy. Welcome to your new favorite cozy.