Amidst the smell of sherry trifle and the sound of lively music, the guests raise their glasses. But as a loud scream interrupts the toast, amateur detectives Flora and Jack Carrington learn that not everyone is in the party spirit…Sussex, 1960: Flora and Jack are delighted to be invited to the welcome party for Ambrose Finch’s long-lost son, finally back home after disappearing ten years ago. They’re eager to meet the young man they’ve heard so much about – and perhaps learn why he left in the first place… But when Ambrose’s maid goes to fetch the cake from the kitchen, her screams interrupt his big toast.Flora and Jack are horrified to find the cook hired for the occasion lying unmoving on the flagstone floor. The sickly-sweet smell of cyanide is their only clue, but the poor cook had no enemies. There are plenty at the party who do, though: Ambrose’s new secretary, Robin – at war with his former employer, a fellow guest – and his business rival, Chester, whose appearance at the party is suspicious in itself. Ambrose seems to have drafted the guest list to cause maximum conflict. But why? And was the poison intended for someone else?Flora and Jack can’t resist investigating, in an afterparty they never saw coming… And when another of Ambrose’s employees is found dead, they must work out why all roads lead back to the Finch family. But can they uncover whose past sins have come home to roost, before it’s too late?An utterly charming and completely page-turning cozy mystery novel filled with brilliant twists. Perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, Faith Martin and J.R. Ellis.Readers love the Flora Steele Mysteries:‘Fantastic!!! Absolutely devoured in one sitting!!… Absolutely addictive!!!… My heart was in my throat… OMG!!!! THAT ENDING!!!! LOVE, LOVE, ABSOLUTELY LOVED!!!!… ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! DID I MENTION I LOVED IT???!!!!… Clear your schedules as you won’t be able to put this book down!… Kept me turning the pages late at night!!… I LOVED it.’ Bookworm86, ?????‘Wonderful! I absolutely adored this… Had me finishing in no time! I highly recommend!!!… I was drawn in instantly.’ NetGalley reviewer, ?????‘Fantastic… I really didn’t want to put this book down for even a second… Totally immersive… Bravo!!’ Goodreads reviewer, ?????‘I started this with my morning coffee and didn't put it down until it was finished… I could not tear myself away.’ Goodreads reviewer, ????‘I loved this… Keeps you guessing to the very end. Just when I thought I had it all figured out, another twist… Wow… I completely loved this.’ Page Turners, ?????‘Enchanting and atmospheric… Completely absorbing and wholly immersive… Will sweep you up in all its secrets and mysteries… Truly a delight… Truly wonderful.’ The Staffymum’s Book Nook, ?????

At this stable, the horses are safe. The humans aren't.Already drowning in a bitter divorce and fighting to save her ranch from creditors, horse trainer Michaela Bancroft is no stranger to hard times, but nothing could prepare her for the morning she stumbles upon her beloved uncle Lou impaled by a pitchfork in her horse's stall. Determined to find his killer, Michaela begins pulling at the threads of his hidden life: a shadowy artificial insemination breeding program, whispered affairs, and unexplained payments to unknown hands.But the deeper she digs, the more dangerous the truth becomes. Even the people she trusts most, her veterinarian and confidant Ethan Slater and her free-spirited roommate Camden, can't be ruled out. And despite the warnings of rugged detective Jude Davis, Michaela refuses to stop.Now the killer has noticed. And she's next.Saddled with Trouble is a propulsive murder mystery woven through with slow-burn romance, set against the sun-scorched backdrop of Southern California horse country. Saddle up for murder, romance, and unexpected twists.

Kate’s new case forces her to wonder: Who in her hometown will stop at nothing to get what they want?The peace of an early summer morning in Eagle River is shattered by shocking news: A house on a quiet side street was burglarized the night before, and a beloved resident was injured during the home invasion.In an unusual move, the police chief recruits the mail carriers to look for leads in the case. Kate was already on it, of course, even though the circumstances could put her now-steady relationship on the rocks. After a route through the neighborhood nets more questions than answers, she suspects nothing is what it seems.When the case veers wildly off course, Kate must dig deep to discover who is behind the betrayal … and deliver justice for an elderly victim before it’s too late. Don’t miss the next installment in this cozy mystery series filled with seasonal settings, supportive friends, and lots of small-town suspense! Look for book 6 in fall 2026.The “Mailbox Mysteries” series is your next cozy read if you love:Mystery served with a sprinkle of humor (and history)A web of gossip-fueled secrets to unravelHeartwarming moments and small-town charmQuirky characters of all ages who feel like old friendsAdorable animals … even if they are too lazy to solve crimes

A heartwarming cozy mystery series with endearing friendships, puzzling mysteries, and a little romance. Includes books 11-20 in the bestselling Dune House Cozy Mystery Series.When Suzie inherits a grand, old house on the beach, she together with her best-friend, Mary, go to see the dilapidated structure. With Suzie looking for a new challenge and Mary’s impending divorce, the friends decide to refurbish the old house back into its former glory as a majestic B&B. What started off as a few days away turns into a new beginning. In their fifties the two friends never expected the exciting adventures their decision would lead to. They love life in the beautiful beachside setting, filled with fun, romance, and a bit of sleuthing.This box set includes:Pups, Pilots and PerilTides, Trails and TroubleRacing and RobberiesAthletes and AlibisManuscripts and Deadly MotivesPelicans, Piers and PoisonSand, Sea and a SkeletonPianos and PrisonRelaxation, Reunions & RevengeA Tangled MurderIf you like page-turning cozy mysteries with strong female sleuths, baffling mysteries and a long list of suspicious characters, you'll love these heartwarming whodunnits by USA Today and WSJ Bestselling Author Cindy Bell.Get this Dune House Cozy Mystery Ten Book Box Set and start solving the mysteries today!

Calling all mystery lovers, this one’s for you!' ?????'The Atlanta Ashford cosy crime stories are perfect' ?????–A luxury cruiseHidden family secrets A body on board…A birthday trip to Bonn sees amateur detective Atalanta Ashford drawn into the scandalous will of a wealthy grandmother during a scenic cruise down along the Rhine.But growing tensions lead to a sudden and shocking death. Facing suspicion all around, Atalanta must unravel a deadly web of family secrets as treacherous as the river they voyage on, to find the killer.Look out for the other Miss Ashford mysteries and get your passports ready as you travel with her to some of the most sought-after destinations on the continent… Each title can be read as standalone and in any order.Book 1: Mystery in ProvenceBook 2: Last Seen in SantoriniBook 3: A Fatal Encounter in TuscanyBook 4: Last Dance in SalzburgBook 5: Death on the RhineReaders are loving the Miss Ashford Investigates Series:'Good plot and characters' ????'Pick up this novel and you will find it hard to put it down again' ????'This cozy mystery is filled with drama, a lot of glamour and an intriguing thrilling mystery' ????'You should definitely add this entire series to your TBR' ????'Death on the Rhine is a fun, well-rounded murder mystery and I would happily recommend it to fans of cosy murder mysteries.' ????'I’ve been a fan of this series!' ????'I definitely didn't see those last couple twists coming' ????