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Wedding Cake and Woes by Agatha Frost
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe 15th book in the BESTSELLING Peridale Cafe Cozy Mystery Series!After nearly a year of being engaged, the time has finally come for Julia and Barker's wedding, but like most things in Peridale, things don't exactly go smoothly... -
A Dead Sister by Anna Celeste Burke
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsJessica Huntington, rich, smart, and beautiful, seeks refuge from betrayal in a desert paradise only to discover life is full of surprises like... A DEAD SISTER! Jessica Huntington's philandering husband and his she-beast aren't done with her yet. It's not just the debacle on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills that has Jessica wondering if the shopping gods have it in for her... -
Silenced in the Sunflowers by Dale Mayer
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHearts start to heal. ... Friendships start to grow, ... just not for everyone!Doreen knows her relationship with the police captain has always been on thin ground. She has helped them solve a lot of cases, but she's quadrupled their work and constantly gets in their way... -
Clue in the Cottage by Kathi Daley
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA heartwarming cozy mystery series about losing everything, taking a chance, and starting again... -
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The Hitwoman Investigates by J.B. Lynn
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMaggie Lee knows she should "just say no" to retired US Marshal Lawrence Griswal when he asks for her help. But when has Maggie ever NOT helped a family member?At Griswald's request she partners with Nat Hunting to figure out what the hold up is with Griswald getting his private investigator license... -
The Hitwoman vs The Security Guard by J.B. Lynn
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsTHE HITWOMAN VS THE SECURITY GUARDEven though they drive her crazy, Maggie Lee is all about family.Now it seems her half-brother has gotten himself into trouble with someone known as The Security Guard.Luckily (or not!) The Security Guard is now proving to be a problem for the mob boss she works for and he wants him taken out... -
The Hitwoman Pays a Debt by J.B. Lynn
Rated: 4.63 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMaggie Lee is a woman who pays her debts and now she’s running herself ragged.When the mysterious Ms. Whitehat asks her to work at a dentist’s office to gain access to a safe, Maggie can’t say no.She probably should have turned down her murder mentor, Patrick Mulligan, when he wants her to tail a suspicious cop, but she owes him... -
Reindeer & Robberies by Hope Callaghan
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratings’Tis the season to be jolly… until a string of robberies threatens to kill the Christmas spirit onboard the “Siren of the Seas... -
Celtic Christmas by Kathi Daley
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsOver the Christmas holiday, Zoe and family along with the entire gang head to Ireland to visit the haunted castle where Zak and Zoe first met the ghost of Zoe's long lost relative Catherine... -
Slain at the Sea by Cindy Bell
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA heartwarming cozy mystery with two lovable Westies, a strong female sleuth and endearing friendships.Maddie Mills never planned on starting over. After her no-good husband ends up behind bars the middle-aged divorcée along with her two adorable pups, reluctantly moves back to her late parents' oceanfront house... -
Champagne and Catastrophes by Agatha Frost
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsRead for FREE on KINDLE UNLIMITED! The 14th book in the BESTSELLING Peridale Cafe Cozy Mystery Series! "Love the way Agatha quietly draws you into the story and then, bam, changes the direction!" Julia and Barker have finally set a date for the wedding, but that doesn't mean Julia has jumped straight into the planning, even though it's only three months away... -
Red Velvet and Revenge by Agatha Frost
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhen Julia South-Brown is asked to judge the first Peridale Bake Off competition alongside local radio DJ, Tony Bridges, she expects it to be some light village fun while her new husband, Barker Brown, finishes work on his second novel. However, it ends up being anything but when Tony shows he is nothing like his charming radio personality... -
Fruit Cake and Fear by Agatha Frost
Rated: 4.42 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsThe 8th book in the BESTSELLING Peridale Cafe Cozy Mystery series! A storm hits Peridale with disastrous effects. Barker's cottage is destroyed, forcing him to move in with Julia, but she has more to worry about than him leaving his socks around and not putting the toilet seat up... -
A High Whisk Situation by H.Y. Hanna
Rated: 4.67 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsJoin tearoom sleuth Gemma Rose as she heads to the Scottish Highlands with the nosy Old Biddies and her cheeky tabby cat Muesli... -
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Murder at the Big T :pdge: A Liz Lucas Cozy Mystery by Dianne Harman
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhat could go wrong at The Big T Lodge, the most expensive and prestigious hunting club in the United States? Well, murder for starters! When Roger Langley tells his wife, Liz, that they're leaving for Texas in three days for an unexpected hunting trip at the club, neither of them has a clue that Liz will spend most of her time looking for the person who murdered Roger's law school friend,... -
Murder at the Gearhart by Dianne Harman
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDead chefs can't cook. From USA Today and Amazon Chart #1 Bestselling Author comes the fourteenth book in this popular cozy mystery series. Free with Kindle Unlimited. When Kelly finds the murdered body of Chef Jessup in the kitchen refrigerator, she has no choice but to fill in as the head chef for the prestigious James Beard Dinner honoring the legendary chef at the historic Gearhart Hotel... -
Sleighs, Sleuths, and Siblings by Kathi Daley
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIt's Christmas in Ashton Falls. The last Christmas before Alex and Scooter go off to college. Zoe Is determined to make it the best Christmas ever so she enlists the help of the entire gang ignoring important clues relating to her own health which lands her at the doctor’s office for an unexpected visit... -
Murder at the Waterfront by Dianne Harman
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMen, Mobsters, and Murder! Poor Maureen. Was she just collateral damage? This is the seventh book in the Northwest Cozy Mystery Series by USA Today and Amazon Chart #1 Bestselling Author, Dianne Harman. Men loved Maureen, but was that why she was killed? She had an ex who wanted to reconcile, a chef she'd broken up with, and a salesman from Missouri who had fallen in love with her... -
Murder Served Cold by Nancy Skopin
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsPI Nicoli 'Nikki' Hunter is blindsided when someone close to her is murdered, and their body dumped in an alley. Detective Bill Anderson catches the homicide and, knowing Nikki, doesn't even attempt to discourage her from conducting her own investigation, which, in this case, takes a village... -
Mai Tai Murder Cruise by Addison Moore
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsAn impending divorce. An ornery homicide detective. The cruise of a lifetime. And ghosts.Midlife on the high seas is proving to be a real killer.If I thought the first half of my life was a bumpy ride, I’d better buckle up because I’m about to go over the hill and off the rails.My name is Trixie Troublefield, and I see ghosts. It’s sort of a new thing, and it’s more than a problem... -
Dubious Disappearances in Las Vegas by A.R. Winters
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHas Ian really been kidnapped?A Cupcakes-and-Crime CaperThings hit too close to home for cupcake-loving croupier Tiffany Black when her assistant Ian’s “hog brother” is killed—and Ian is accused of murder.To make matters worse, Ian is nowhere to be found, and Tiffany soon suspects he’s been kidnapped... -
Grand Openings and Greed in Las Vegas by A.R. Winters
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThe opening of a new hospital wing and the celebration of Bridget’s deeds should have been a happy occasion, and it would have been, if it wasn’t for the small issue of a… murder.Tiffany and Ian find themselves on the case, and with the help of their friend Stone, rush to uncover the truth before it’s too late... -
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Hatters and Haters in Las Vegas by A.R. Winters
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA local hat-maker’s death is ruled an accident by the cops – but Tiffany and Ian are on the case, trying to uncover the truth. The victim’s wife is convinced there’s foul play involved, and soon Tiffany and Ian also believe that to be the case.As the duo uncover secrets about the victim’s life, their list of suspects grows... -
High Rollers and Heartbreak in Las Vegas by A.R. Winters
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen a high-roller requests Tiffany Black as his “lucky” dealer, she doesn't expect the tides of fortune to turn so quickly.She doesn't expect to be asked to leave the high-roller suites almost immediately. Nor does she expect the wealthy casino client to end up murdered.Unfortunately, that's exactly what does happen... -
Art and Apprehension in Las Vegas by A.R. Winters
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA Cupcakes-and-Crime Caper When a journalist is killed at an “up-and-coming” artist’s exhibition, Tiffany Black and her friend Ian find themselves on the case. Who could’ve murdered investigative reporter Lizzie Morgan, and what secrets could they be trying to hide? Tiffany and Ian find themselves plunged into an unfriendly world of art and archaeology, rumors and resentments... -
Graduates and Grumpies in Las Vegas by A.R. Winters
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen Ian and Tiffany’s cousin is accused of murder, the duo scramble to try to discover the real culprit. Unfortunately, a new detective has them in his cross-hairs and seems determined to make their lives miserable – and he seems to barely know what a real suspect is... -
Sledding Away with Murder by Wendy Meadows
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsThis winter wonderland isn’t quite so innocent after all…Determined to create a picturesque winter experience at the Sheffield Bed and Breakfast inn, Brenda Rivers eagerly awaits the arrival of her new guests for the weekend... -
Two Seances And A Funeral by Maggie March
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsLucy is a human-lie detector. Her rescue dog Paco is a ghost whisperer. Together, they solve crime in this laugh-out-loud cozy mystery series!Lucy McGuffin's life has never been sweeter. Her muffin business is booming, she's dating the town's new hot-shot cop, and she and her best friend Will are getting along better than ever. There's just one blip... -
Reunions and Revelations in Las Vegas by A.R. Winters
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen Tiffany and Ian go to Uncle Joe’s family reunion party, they don’t expect to run into a killer…A Cupcakes-and-Crime CaperBut that’s exactly what happens when Uncle Joe’s ex-wife Beryl is found dead!Trapped inside Beryl’s creepy old house by an avalanche, Tiffany and Ian must work quickly to uncover who among the other houseguests is the killer... -
Alaskan Alliance by Kathi Daley
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsZak and Zoe fly to Alaska after Zoe is asked by her dog trainer friend Peter to fly to Moosehead Alaska to deliver a search and rescue dog to a team who is desperate for some canine help after their own dog is injured during a rescue... -
Murder After Midnight by Dianne Harman
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEver heard of someone celebrating New Year’s Eve by committing murder? Well, it happened, and the killer is now looking for DeeDee! That’s the situation DeeDee found herself in after the very successful New Year’s Eve party she catered for Dana Donnelly, the popular hostess of the Seattle television entertainment show, New Day NW... -
Sales, Secrets & Suspects by Sally Bayless
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsLibby Ballard is working hard to make a success of her new position as director of the history museum in the small town of Dogwood Springs, Missouri.When the museum curator is unable to attend a local auction to bid on an armoire that belonged to the town founder, Libby agrees to go in his place. But instead of winning the bid, Libby finds a dead body... -
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Spa Retreats and Secrets in Las Vegas by A.R. Winters
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA Cupcakes-and-Crime Caper “I didn’t kill her, I swear!” Fresh off a shift of slinging cards, blackjack dealer and private investigator Tiffany Black takes a frenzied call from Mary Bilford, the services manager at ritzy Spa Renauld. Mary needs someone to prove she didn’t kill spa client Gina Welling—which means it’s time for Tiffany and Ian to go undercover and infiltrate the spa... -
Scones and Scandal by Agatha Frost
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 12 ratingsWhen the official Peridale neighbourhood watch breaks up, Julia finds herself leading a brand new team. Their first order of business? Solving the murder of the former leader.. -
Mistletoe, Moonlight, & Murder by Carolyn L. Dean
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsONE... terrible mudslide TWO... feet sticking out of it THREE... carats of perfect diamonds Amanda hadn't expected snow for Christmas on the Oregon Coast, but her first winter in Ravenwood Cove brings out long-dead secrets that someone is desperately trying to hide...no matter the cost... -
Case of the One-Eyed Tiger by Jeffrey M. Poole
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratings“[T]hank you Jeffrey Poole for again creating another adventure …. excited to see many more in the future!” – S. Redwing, 5 stars, AmazonFirst book in a new cozy mystery series. When a shocking murder shatters the tranquility of a sleepy Oregon town, and a priceless sculpture turns up missing, all fingers soon start pointing at new resident Zack Anderson... -
Chicken Culprit by Vikki Walton
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsCheck Out the First Book in the New Backyard Farming Mystery Series CHICKEN CULPRIT Finally healing after her heart-breaking divorce, Anne Freemont is ready to put the painful past behind her. Discovering an old Victorian for sale in the small mountain town of Carolan Springs may be just what she needs. The beauty of Colorado beckons, so Anne heads west to start her new life... -
Two Little Lies by Gina LaManna
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSometimes, happily ever after isn’t meant to be… Scarlett Powers couldn’t be happier! Her bookstore has taken off, her worst enemy is locked in jail, and life with Prince Charming is better than she’d ever imagined. Then, the death of a star witness in the Montgomery trial ruins everything. Mysterious letters arrive for Scarlett. Noelle Summers whirls into Luck with news of her own... -
Mystery on Main Street by Dianne Harman
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSecondhand Treasures.Gino’s Pizza Parlor.Barney’s Antiques.Sure, everybody could use a little extra cashBut is stealing from a business worth the risk of getting caught?Someone thought so.Someone is going to prison... -
Murder at the Chateau Madrigal by Dianne Harman
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBeing hired to cater a wedding in Provence provides an incredible opportunity to see and explore the area.And the who’s who in France will be attending it at the enchanting Chateau Madrigal outside of Marseilles... -
A Dead Daughter by Anna Celeste Burke
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMurder and mayhem takes Jessica Huntington to new heights when Libby Van Der Woert wants to meet at the top of the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. The disturbed daughter of Jessica’s wealthy clients, Libby says she has information about her friend, Shannon Donnelly... -
Found a Secret by Wendy Meadows
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA perfect distraction. An untimely death. And a long-lost sister who doesn’t seem to exist…With the festivities and fireworks of Independence Day right around the corner, spirits are high in the Sheffield Bed and Breakfast. Brenda Rivers eagerly looks forward to welcoming her guests to the celebration – but not everybody is in a cheerful mood... -
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Bread It and Weep by Wendy Meadows
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsRita and Rhonda Knight are happy all of their troubles seem to be over. Rita is even happier when she arrives at Billy Northfield's farm to pick some pumpkins. But when a dead body shows up on Billy's farm, the beautiful autumn day turns dangerous. To make matters worse, the man Rita is starting to care about is forced to go to a Nevada town by the murderer... -
Ghouls of Engagement by Wendy Meadows
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA mysterious guest, rumors of a haunting, and a Halloween-themed murder which will leave you scratching your head.Eager to celebrate their yearly Halloween party, Brenda Rivers and the staff at Sheffield Bed and Breakfast are absorbed in decorating, preparing menus, and quelling runaway rumors of ghosts... -
Let's Bake a Deal by Wendy Meadows
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWill the Knight sisters solve a murder and prove the innocence of an old man, and reveal the secret histories that have brought these shadows down on their beautiful autumn day?Rita and Rhonda Knight set out to enjoy the annual Clovedale Falls Pumpkin Festival. They arrive at the local fairgrounds on a crisp autumn morning full of excitement... -
Finishing the Game by Wendy Meadows
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsBrenda, local amateur sleuth and B&B owner, is planning a special holiday treat for her guests – a Secret Santa. With token gifts spread throughout the bed and breakfast, it is set to be a real hit.When Olivia receives two Secret Santa’s, she is suspicious and worried. Confiding in her best friend, Molly, she worries that she is being stalked... -
Masks and Malice in Las Vegas by A.R. Winters
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA twist of fate finds Tiffany and Ian dressed up as Tiffany Toucan and Ian Emu - restaurant staff who pretend to be birds, complete with face paint, fake beaks and appropriate squawks - at a client's animal-themed restaurant...A Cupcakes-and-Crime CaperWhen a treasured family heirloom goes missing, Tiffany and Ian are called in to discover which errant family member might have stolen it... -
Haven't Yacht a Clue by Wendy Meadows
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSpringtime comes to Sweetfern Harbor once again. Sheffield Bed and Breakfast are readying the season for celebrations. Jonathan Wright who owns the Boat Rental business begins giving cruises along the Atlantic Ocean. Brenda is happy he has added this activity since it benefits her bed and breakfast business. Jonathan takes a group of cruisers as far as Beacon Lighthouse...
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