You’re not supposed to fall in love when investigating your aunt’s disappearance.When Maisie Bloom inherits her aunt’s cottage in Yorkshire, life is perfect, including her two love interests. But when mysterious mail and blog posts arrive, she discovers Aunt Ada was investigating the disappearance of a prolific author in Paris. Was it murder? Soon Maisie is hot on the trail.But can you sleuth in Paris without falling in love?Perfect for fans of Death in Paradise, Beyond Paradise, Madame Blanc Mysteries and Marlow Murder Club.REVIEWS:'Maisie Bloom is Bridget Jones meets Miss Marple in a highly original cosy-mystery romance ...' Reviewer ?????The novel is sprinkled with witty dialogue and laugh-out-loud moments and while the romance is light and charming, the mystery keeps things engaging, culminating in a surprisingly satisfying twist. Maisie felt like the girl next door—relatable, warm, and someone you can’t help but root for.’ Reviewer ?????‘This wonderful mystery is a gift for readers who enjoy cozy crime, intrigue and romance. Loved Maisie and I want to solve more mysteries with her. More Please!’ Lizzie Lamb – RNA Indie Author Champion ?????‘Refreshingly different! Laugh-out-loud humour laced with whimsy, eccentric characters and delightful glimpses of the Yorkshire countryside and romantic Paris. Will Maisie find what she is searching for? I so enjoyed the journey. I love the pearls of wisdom sprinkled in this lovely story.’ Reviewer ?????‘Maisie is quite a unique character- a fascinating blend of innocence, creativity, joy, even zaniness. Loved her in this book and looking forward to seeing how her life and world evolve in future books. Congratulations! Readers are going to fall in love with Maisie. There are many other delightful characters, too. And we all love to read about small villages in Yorkshire!’ Jena Henry – Award winning US podcaster and reviewer ?????‘A Gift for Maisie Bloom is all things delicious… Not one but two handsome heroes present themselves for your (and the heroine’s) approval. I defy you not to laugh out loud at the antics of the nosy neighbours. Do you like a glamorous background? Take a trip to Paris with Maisie in search of her errant aunt, dead – or not? – in a tragic accident while pursuing a mystery of her own.’ P. Stoner – Author and journalist ?????

Abigail Summers, dressmaker in life, brilliant sleuth in death, is called to investigate two murders at a paranormal weekend in the haunted Three Crows Pub in Grimbles Cross.Helped by psychic medium, Hayley Moon, her police constable husband and the resident ghosts of the inn, they need to find out which of the ghost hunters hated Tyler Drayton enough to kill him in the infamous room six. Or is the case connected to the nearby Priory?Meanwhile, a birdwatcher takes a photograph in Ridgeway Wood with unexpected consequences. After Abigail and the spectral sleuths discover the body of rich influencer, Felicity Fortescue, they suspect that the murderer could be from the village - or the nearby archery club. But are the cases really connected, and who's the culprit?The seventh book in Ann Parker’s series of cozy mysteries set in the small village of Becklesfield, THE DEADLY COACHING INN weaves together suspense, humour and a touch of the paranormal.

Running a cozy book café can be murder … especially when the past just won’t stay buried. Callie loves a timeless classic. She thought running a shop in her charming southern town meant quiet days, good tea, and lots of spare time to read. But when a strange journal turns up in a donation box, it leads her straight to the town’s oldest Creole manor—and to the body of a very prominent friend.But the ladies in the dead woman’s bridge club are tight lipped and snooty, the town planner is acting shady, and the bad boy carpenter who worked for the late Alma Jessup has been spreading rumors. Everybody seems to have something to hide. And the more Callie starts poking around, the less sleepy her little hamlet becomes.As Callie, Josh and Maya get tangled up with the quirky townsfolk, the clock begins ticking. More bodies. More books. And of course, more bubble tea. Will the trio be able to get to the bottom of things before time runs out?And just how many secrets can one old mansion hold?Find out in this tight cozy full of southern charm, lovable characters, and a mystery that will have you guessing until the very last moments. Fans of Ellie Alexander, Tonya Kappes, and Katie Gayle say they “can’t put this book down!”

Donut Lady, an amateur senior sleuth, sifts through clues. The serial killer squirms under the heat of exposure. It’s time for Donut Lady to die.Karen O’Brien moves to her hometown in south Georgia and buys a charming, old-fashioned donut shop, complete with the owner's dog and cat. However, shadows and terrifying nightmares from her twelve years in prison disrupt her new life; or are they trying to help?Her struggle to adapt to civilian life becomes even more complicated when the boy no one cares about except her suddenly disappears from his sketchy living conditions.While Donut Lady searches for the missing boy and pursues clues to solve a prison murder, the killer stalks her.

It’s Halloween, and excitement is brewing in Braxton.While others carve jack-o’-lanterns, go on haunted hayrides, and race through the spooky corn maze at the Fall Festival, Kellan is moving into a mysterious old house. When a ruthless ghost promises retribution, our fearless professor turns to the eccentric town historian and an eerie psychic to investigate.Meanwhile, construction workers discover a skeleton after breaking ground on the new Memorial Library wing. While Kellan and April dance around the chemistry sparking between them, a suspicious accident occurs at the Fall Festival.As the true true history and dastardly connections of the Grey family come to light, can Kellan capture the elusive killer - and placate the revenge-seeking ghost?Praise:????? - "If you like cozies, you’re sure to enjoy this charmer."????? - "A real halloween treat!"????? - "The perfect combination of suspense and thrills to the reader. The hilarity and heartwarming relationships of family, plus the drama of small town living makes for a fun read."

Get this complete series from a USA Today bestselling author. You get **four** wonderfully witty whodunnits set in a cozy Midwestern town in Illinois.This box set even includes a **bonus** never-before-published novella.Do you love Miss Marple and Murder She Wrote? Then meet crime-solving grandma Helen Evans and her tomcat sidekick. She can’t resist a mind-boggling puzzle . . . whether that's a crossword or a murder mystery.Fans of Deany Ray, Kathi Daley, Tricia O’Malley, Charlene Weir and Jeanne M. Dams will go to hell and back to read these addictive cozy mysteries.MEET THE DETECTIVEGrandmother and widow Helen Evans is seventy-five years old. Helen’s husband Joe died three years ago so now she lives with just one roommate: a twenty-pound tomcat named Amber. She finds joy in crossword puzzles and quilting. She’s full of moxie and hardly feels like her expiration date has passed, so when the sheriff clearly requires her assistance in solving murders, what’s a gal to do? Frank Biddle is a stand-up guy, but he just doesn’t have her encyclopedic knowledge of the town’s residents and all their life stories. Sometimes he calls her ‘Miss Marple’, but he’s just teasing. Like any good puzzler, Helen will go to hell and back to find the answers.READERS ADORE THE HELEN EVANS INVESTIGATES MYSTERIES!‘I’ll read anything by Susan McBride.’ — #1 New York Times bestselling author Charlaine Harris‘The clever senior sleuth is a cross between Miss Marple and your favorite grandmother, and the intriguing plot will keep readers turning the pages until the surprising conclusion.’ — #1 New York Times bestselling author Denise Swanson?????‘It was fun to read and kept you guessing.’ Mary?????‘Light-hearted murder mystery set in a small USA town.’ Helen?????‘A delightful cozy mystery!’ K.C.Get this complete series plus a bonus novella full of small-town charm.THE SETTINGRiver Bend, Illinois, is a cozy Midwestern town set in a valley along the Mississippi River. Though River Bend might not seem like much, it does have a sheriff, a grocer’s, a diner, a hair salon, a small harbor, and even a defunct lighthouse. Creeks run through the verdant grounds, and, in the wettest of springs, flooding can shut down the whole town. The good people of River Bend are like one big family. Those who have secrets don’t tend to keep them for long. If there’s one thing River Benders are known for, it’s sticking their noses where they don’t belong.