“A great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor ) ????? VANILLA VENDETTA: A PENNY HAWTHORNE COZY MYSTERY (BOOK #2) is the second book in a new cozy mystery series by Fiona Grace, #1 bestselling author of Murder in the Manor , which has over 10,000 five star reviews! Penelope “Penny” Hawthorne, an herbalist with a knack for creating unique teas, travels to exotic locations worldwide to source only the best and rarest herbs and roots. But when an aromatic tea blend for a Venetian masquerade ball becomes Penny's latest commission, she never expects to pour over clues in a murder case. When the host of the ball is found dead amid the revelry, Penny steeps herself into the investigation, navigating through a labyrinth of masked suspects—and brewing romance—to uncover the truth. Dive into the charm of the Penny Hawthorne series, a cozy mystery filled with clever humor and captivating quirkiness that transports you to far-flung locales. Combining comedic elements with emotional depth and surprising twists, this series promises to introduce you to a delightful new hero who's set to capture your affection and captivate you well into the night. Future books in the series are also available! "Very entertaining. I highly recommend this book to the permanent library of any reader that appreciates a very well written mystery, with some twists and an intelligent plot. You will not be disappointed. Excellent way to spend a cold weekend!" --Books and Movie Reviews, Roberto Mattos (regarding Murder in the Manor ) ????? “The story line wasn't just a who done it, but had a story about her life and romance, including village life. Very entertaining.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor ) ????? “It has endearing and sometimes quirky characters, a plot that keeps you reading and the right amount of romance. I can’t wait to start book two!” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor ) ????? “What a great story of murder, romance, new beginnings, love, friendships and a wonderful cascade of mystery.” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Murder in the Manor ) ????? “This is a clean contemporary romance that you will find hard to put down!” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, Forever ) ????? “A bit of romance and a very determined woman! I have read many of Fiona Grace's novels and loved every one of them—this was no exception. I am looking forward to reading the rest of this new series!” --Amazon reviewer (regarding Always, With You ) ?????

Nothing ruins a lovely house party like bloody murder. At the decrepit old age of six-and-twenty, Miss Beatrice Hyde-Clare has virtually no hope of landing a husband. An orphan living off her relatives' charity, her job is to sit with her needlework and to keep her thoughts to herself. When Bea receives an invitation to an elegant country party, she intends to do just that. Not even the presence of the aggravatingly handsome Duke of Kesgrave could lead this young lady to scandal. True, she might wish to pour her bowl of turtle soup on his aristocratic head - however, she would never actually do it. But a lady can fantasize. But, when she stumbles upon the dead body of another houseguest, all Bea's good intentions fly out the well-appointed window. Although the magistrate declares it a suicide, she knows better. Time for some very unladylike behavior. Readers are enthralled with A Brazen Curiosity! ????? “A Brazen Curiosity” is a delightful concoction of cozy mystery, social satire, witty banter, and Regency-style food fights." – Goodreads Reviewer ????? "Truly this was one of the most charming , laugh-out-loud funny books I've yet read (or listened to)!" – Goodreads Reviewer ????? "This had everything I enjoy reading in an historical setting....an interesting mystery, a touch of romance and a sprinkle of humor that often caught me off-guard laughing." – Goodreads Reviewer ?????"Well written, witty, tongue-in-cheek , suspenseful, satirical, pastiche-like, characters who could be straight out of Jane Austin..." – Goodreads Reviewer ?????" I’m completely charmed . Was the banter a little outrageous? Yes. Were the characters exaggerated? Sure. Did it make this a fun romp? Absolutely." – Goodreads Reviewer

‘If you like Agatha Christie , you will love this!’ Sarah, Netgalley A crumbling old manor house with its own sinister folly. A cast full of suspects with secrets to hide. And a killer waiting in the wings . . . Retirement suits actress Rina Martin just fine. Until she’s tempted back for one last hurrah, reprising her role as sharp-witted TV sleuth Lydia Marchant. But is Rina returning for an encore — or the final curtain ? Rina’s seen plenty of drama over the years. But nothing like the chaos she finds on location at Septon Hall. Her costar, the decidedly sour Grace Sweeting, gets a poison pen letter — in what looks like a tasteless prank. Until . . . Phil Perry, the show’s charming leading man, is found dead! Plunged in his neck is a glinting brooch, last seen on Grace’s stylish coat. Suddenly, everyone’s ready to point the finger at Grace. Only Rina has her doubts. Just because Grace is playing a murderess on TV that doesn’t make her one in real life. It’s up to Rina to pin down the truth, before the devious killer strikes again! If you love Agatha Christie, Jeanne M. Dams, Glenda Young, Stella Cameron, M.C. Beaton and Frances Evesham, prepare to be hooked by this enchanting, character-driven mystery! READERS LOVE RINA MARTIN: ????? ‘ Oohh this was so good! I love mysteries that have layers . . . it keeps me on my toes.’ Lori C. ‘A charmingly sinister cozy , perfect for curling up with on a rainy afternoon.’ Leanne, Netgalley ????? ‘Some complex twists and an exceptional red herring or three. A fine read .’ Jan T. ????? ‘An absolutely delightful cozy.’ Karen K. ????? ‘ Another fabulous instalment in this wonderful series . . . If I had the superpower of stepping into a fictional setting, I would love to have tea and cake at Rina’s.’ Amanda P. ????? ‘There’s never a dull moment with this mystery!’ Cindy A. ????? ‘ Loved it .’ Aileen G. ????? ‘A fun story . . . taking the reader on an exciting journey.’ Beatrice M.

She didn’t anticipate a career change at fifty…let alone trip over a dead body. Forced to leave her celebrated career as an international war correspondent after an injury, Kate Tessler now dabbles in detective work in her Arizona hometown. She and her sister, Jen, need to take any job offered if they want to become true private investigators. When Jen’s college friend asks them to investigate suspicious activity at a motel he inherited, it sounds like a free vacation with a little surveillance thrown in—what could go wrong? But when Kate’s hot flashes wake her in the middle of the night, she wanders outside to cool off and stumbles over a dead body. Soon they’re caught up in their toughest—and most dangerous—case yet. Kate and Jen can’t trust anyone at the motel or the local police force they suspect of corruption. Good thing they have their eclectic senior sidekicks to share the undercover work. The lies pile up, the villains multiply, and the motel is hiding more secrets than they ever imagined. When they finally get a break in the case, Kate needs to ensure she and Jen aren’t collateral damage. This witty and fast-paced cozy mystery will keep you guessing until the very end.

Murder Takes a Bow is a Finalist in the 2022 Cozy Mystery Tribe Awards! Olivia’s life goes from a permanent vacation to a nightmare when one of the cruise ship’s staff is murdered. Will Olivia be next? Olivia Morgan’s life working as an assistant in her boyfriend’s cruise ship act has been a permanent vacation. But her cruise to the Bahamas takes a terrible turn when Peter leaves Olivia and her talkative parrot Chico stranded on the ship with a show scheduled in just a few days. It takes an even worse turn when a crew member is murdered! Can Olivia pull off the show without Peter, or will they throw her and Chico off the ship when they reach Nassau? Will the murderer get caught before someone else is killed? Will Olivia be the next victim? Travel along with Olivia and Chico on their killer cruise. As close to taking a cruise as you can get from your couch. Author Wendy Neugent spent close to a decade working as a headliner entertainer on cruise ships. Join her as she takes you behind the scenes for an insider look at cruise ship life….. but with more murders.

Dumped by her fiancé and craving a fresh start, Vylette West retreats to the one place she swore she’d never return—her peculiar hometown of Driftwood Cove. But instead of peace and quiet, she impulsively buys the town’s most haunted property: Briggs Manor, a crumbling estate with creaky floors, a ghostly sea captain who doesn’t believe in personal space… and a raven who talks back. Now juggling home repairs and the launch of her new real estate agency, Vylette lands her first listing—the Henderson house, a property so steeped in ghostly gossip even the bravest buyers won’t touch it. To make the sale, she’ll have to navigate cranky spirits, whispered secrets, and the suspicious stares of her not-so-welcoming neighbors—all while fending off Bas Matthews, a ruthless real estate mogul who’s made it his mission to drive her out of town. If Vylette can sell a haunted house, dodge a shady rival, and keep her sass-mouth raven from live-tweeting her life mistakes… she might just survive Driftwood Cove’s real estate market—ghosts and all. Welcome to Driftwood Cove—where the ghosts gossip, the raven judges you, and every listing has a skeleton in the closet. A paranormal cozy mystery with hauntings, humor, and a raven that never shuts up.