"As much a crime novel as an authoritative travelogue and wine tutorial... an enjoyable read for Tuscany aficionados in particular." - Ambassador MagazineFilippo Trantino grows up in Tuscany and later moves to America, leaving his heart among the vines of his family’s wine estate.After he returns home for a funeral, his cousins convince him that his grandfather’s death was no accident. While solving the crime, Filippo travels the pastoral landscapes of Tuscany, indulging in the area’s most delicious wine and food, and discovers the life he was always meant to live.Praise:????? - "Flowing, descriptive, and emotionally evocative...charmingly handled."????? - "Great background on Tuscan culture of wine, food and people."????? - "The scenery and pleasures of food and wine invite the reader to experience Tuscany with all of our senses."

Amy Galanis thinks her worst problem is a messy freeloading housemate, Matt. That's until she comes home and finds a dead stranger in the living room and Matt vanished with no trace. As the police investigate, and as shady figures from her housemate's past start to appear, Amy becomes a target in all the wrong ways. Her quiet life as a librarian descends into chaos, forcing one question to the top: what in blazes was Matt up to, and why do so many people want Amy out of the picture?Content warnings: Occasional profanity; a few incidents of gun violence.

Big Hair, Bigger Secrets... and a Killer on Board.When cruise ship photographer Olivia Ocean is assigned to capture the neon thrills of the Retro Rewind Cruise, she expects leg warmers, lip-sync battles, and a splash of Aqua Net—not murder.But when an '80s rock band announces their retirement while at sea and the lead singer's brand-new bride ends up dead, Olivia finds herself tangled in a mystery more twisted than a cassette tape. With her trusty feline sidekick, Pickle, and brooding ship Security Manager Miles Blackwell at her side, Olivia must navigate a ship full of suspects—from obsessed super fans to jealous bandmates.As the cruise ship sails closer to port and the clues pile up faster than Olivia’s photo backlog, she’ll need to solve the case before the killer strikes again… or before she becomes the next throwback tragedy.Lights. Camera. Murder. Welcome aboard.

A quaint riverside town holds many secrets ... and the only ones who’ve seen it all are the critters.This book club dives (literally!) into the pages of a cozy mystery. The quirky group must solve the mystery to get out of the book. It’s so much fun - you’ll wish you had a book club like this!In this journey, they choose a book set in a lovely riverside town. They land in a charming neighborhood and find they are part of a local book club. They are having a great time – and then a dead body shows up. (Of course it does!)The clues to what happened come to them in a unique way – via the critters in the house.As usual, the club finds plenty of time to enjoy the unique setting of their journey, as they solve the mystery – one critter at a time.~ ~ ~ ~ ~REVIEWS for book 10 in this series: PUZZLES & PREMIERES5 STARS!“The heart of this series lies in its extraordinary cast of characters, particularly the members of the Book Club—including the unforgettable Frank, a talking cat.”5 STARS!“I’m hoping that Pantley has a million of these books left to write. I can’t imagine any other books that have kept my interest this long. The characters are so much fun, and the story line is always fresh and exciting."5 STARS!“I loved this book. I think it might be the best yet, have I said that before? Probably, but the books in this series just seem to get better and better.”5 STARS!“It’s a wild and wonderful journey! I was swept away out of my daily life, along with the book club. It was just the respite I needed, and so much enjoyed!”5 STARS!“I laughed (thanks, Frank and Zell), gasped (those twists!), and couldn’t stop turning the pages. The setting was vivid and fun—I could practically feel the cold mountain air and see the glittering festival lights.”5 STARS!“I could not pull myself away and spent every waking moment (and some when I might usually be sleeping), reading voraciously to find out the answer to the mystery and reach the end… and it was worth every single second!”5 STARS!“Well-written with well-developed characters and a fast-paced plot. The series premise is both original and fun. I was totally drawn into this captivating story and kept hooked from beginning to end.”~ ~ ~This book is part of a magical cozy mystery series of 11 books and growing.Each book can be read as a standalone, but are much more fun in order.Available in eBook, paperback, Kindle Unlimited, and audiobook.Join Elizabeth’s mailing list and get a free book from her Magical Cozy Mystery Book Club series. https://elizabethpantleyauthor.com/mailing-list

Senior citizen Alice Sanders can finally settle into her well-deserved retirement home in New Jersey . . . until her past catches up with her in this enthralling and quirky cozy mystery.When retired septuagenarian Alice settled into her home within the planned community of Timeless Pastures in New Jersey, she expected a quiet life full of book clubs, mellow gatherings, and affable friends. What she didn’t expect was her retirement paradise to be disturbed by pigeons!Alice confronts her next-door neighbor, Babs, for feeding a flock of them each day, thus causing her backyard to look like a Jackson Pollock painting, but not knowing how devious Babs can be, and unconsciously unleashing events that could be dangerous or even worse—deadly!When Babs is found dead days after their dispute, everyone is quick to believe it was Alice who killed her. Panicked, Alice decides to leave, but not without her loyal senior friends and neighbors—Mia, Sasha, and George—who will not only go on the run and dodge the police with her, but also try to protect her from her mysterious past . . .Fans of RICHARD OSMAN, DEANNA RAYBOURN, LAURIEN BERENSON, and JESSE Q. SUTANTO will enjoy this quirky cozy. Clever twists, an intriguing plot, and lovable characters make for “a satisfying cozy” (Booklist on Best Be Prepared).

A seaside Victorian. A skeptical artist. A cat with secrets. And a murder that won’t stay buried…When struggling artist Emily Harper inherits a charming but creaky Victorian on the rugged coast of Maine, she expects a fresh start—what she doesn’t expect is cryptic notes, eerie visions, and a cat with an uncanny sense for trouble.But nothing unsettles her more than the bracelet. A striking piece of tourmaline jewelry left behind in the house, it sends shivers up her spine whenever she wears it. At first, she chalks it up to stress—until she visits West Quoddy Head Lighthouse and is struck by a chilling vision of a man begging for his life. The next day, his body is found.With a storm brewing, long-buried secrets rising to the surface, and a killer who will do anything to keep the past hidden, Emily must embrace the unexplainable—or risk becoming the next victim.Fans of Ellery Adams and Carolyn Hart will love this twisty, atmospheric paranormal cozy mystery full of seaside charm, ghostly intrigue, and a heroine who refuses to back down—no matter how haunted her past may be.Read now and sleuth the clues today.