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A Brand to Die For

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WORKING IN ADVERTISING CAN BE MURDER – LITERALLY.

It’s 1983. Margaret Thatcher has been waging war on the Argentinians in the Falkland Islands. The miners are about to wage war on Margaret Thatcher. And Angus Lovejoy, once sent down from Charterhouse for shagging the Chancellor’s daughter in the cricket pavilion, has now landed a job as a copywriter at London adland’s creative hot shop Gordon Deedes Rutter where he is teamed up with art director Brian Finkle whose neurotic Jewish parents are the bane of his life. The two are an unlikely duo, but their mischievous and sardonic take on the world makes them a brilliant creative team. Everything goes swimmingly until a bizarre and mysterious murder rocks the world of Gordon Deedes Rutter and ripples out into the national media.

While the dearth of evidence leaves the police baffled, Lovejoy and Finkle take it upon themselves to apply their creative brains to solve the mystery, and in so doing, inadvertently get themselves into particularly deep water.

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Death in the Barrel Room

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In the serene heart of North Carolina’s wine country, the charming Gray Estates Winery seems like the perfect escape. But when tragedy strikes on Lydia Hartwell’s first day as the vineyard’s new business manager, the idyllic landscape transforms into a chilling crime scene. Her cousin Meredith is found dead in the barrel room, and the local police dismiss it as a tragic accident.

Retired detective Frank Noir sympathizes with Lydia’s heartbreak and vows to uncover the truth behind the tragedy. As he delves into the winery’s shadowy past, Frank teams up with the spirited Lydia and several quirky regulars at the Oakville Private Library, who each bring their own secrets and insights. Together, they navigate a tangled web of jealousy, betrayal, and long-held grudges that threaten to spill more blood before the last autumn leaf drops.

With the picturesque vineyards as a backdrop, Frank and Lydia find themselves in a thrilling race against time, uncovering hidden motives and shocking revelations. As the danger intensifies, they must confront a cunning killer whose dark agenda knows no bounds.

Join Frank and Lydia in this cozy mystery that blends friendship, intrigue, and a splash of Southern charm. Will they unravel the secrets of Gray Estates before it’s too late? Raise a glass to a tale of suspense and redemption—where every cork popped could reveal a hidden truth.

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Tenth Commandment by D. B. Borton

About Tenth Commandment by D. B. Borton

Q: Who wanted Billie Ransom dead?
A: Who didn’t?

A writers’ group hires Cat Caliban to investigate the hit-and-run death of their most successful — and least popular — member. A young novelist and college professor, Billie Ransom has recently won the coveted contract to write the sequel to acclaimed bestseller THE FAR HORIZON when she’s struck and killed while out for a run one icy morning. Cat’s not convinced it’s murder, but her preliminary investigations identify a host of potential suspects, from rivals to disgruntled students to irate models for Ransom’s thinly disguised characters. Cat is forced to admit that if she’d known the writer, she might have wanted to murder Billie herself. Meanwhile, the group members are eager to help with the investigation and thrilled to be considered suspects. Cat tries to keep them out of trouble while walking in the dead woman’s footsteps to find out what Billie knew. But can she evade Billie’s fate?

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The Illusions of Alistair Moonshadow by Gary Ogden

The Illusions of Alistair Moonshadow by Gary Ogden

“In The Illusions of Alistair Moonshadow, Alistair Moonshadow, a seasoned magician in his forties, is renowned for his captivating performances at weddings, parties, and private events across England.

Known for his charming demeanor and mysterious acts that blur the line between illusion and reality, Alistair is drawn into a world far more magical and dangerous than the one he knows when he receives a mysterious invitation to perform at a secluded and ancient estate, Ravenscroft Manor.

Alistair arrives at the manor, where he meets the enigmatic Lady Eleanor Ravenscroft and her circle of guests, each seemingly more secretive than the last.

The atmosphere at the manor is thick with secrets, and Alistair’s initial performance takes a dark turn when a shadowy figure manifests during his act, seemingly alive and separate from his control.

This shadow figure hints at a hidden power within Alistair, one that he has never tapped into before.”

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Pride And Depravity by Lee Cushing

About Pride And Depravity by Lee Cushing

The city that doesn’t sleep is gripped in a wave of terror and the police seem unable to stop it. A serial killer that the media was calling the Rainbow Killer was loose on the streets, hunting all those he views as unclean.

Jenna was the police commissioner’s grand-daughter and living a lie about her sexuality, not having come out as gay to her family. Joining her family for dinner to celebrate her grand-father’s birthday, she takes the ultimate leap and admits to her family that she likes girls.

Her revelation marks her as the Rainbow Killer’s latest target and the terrifying truth is that the killer may be closer than she ever imagine

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DARK LITTLE SECRETS by Willow Rose

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Diane Matthews lost everything when her daughter Angela died in a mysterious accident.
But when Angela’s husband, Will, is arrested for her murder three years later, Diane’s world is turned upside down again.
Desperate and seeking answers, she turns to an unlikely source – FBI agent Eva Rae Thomas, who quickly becomes embroiled in the case.
As she delves deeper, Eva Rae uncovers shocking inconsistencies in the evidence against Will and sets out to clear his name.
But as she faces off against a corrupt detective and fights to uncover the truth, she realizes that this small town may hold more secrets than she ever imagined.

With twists and turns at every corner, this thrilling novel will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

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DARK LITTLE SECRETS by Willow Rose

DARK LITTLE SECRETS by Willow Rose

With twists and turns at every corner, this thrilling novel will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

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The Ghosts of Mystic Springs (Mystic Springs Paranormal Cozy Mystery Series Book 1)

About The Ghosts of Mystic Springs (Mystic Springs Paranormal Cozy Mystery Series Book 1)

Why be normal when you can be paranormal?
Welcome to Mystic Springs, where things definitely go bump in the night.
As the town’s medium, Connie Winters is the only person who can see the ghosts who call Mystic Springs home.
When young temptress Lola is killed, the dead Mayor and the dead Sheriff are determined to investigate.
Since they’ve never been replaced with live counterparts, they’d better get on with it. But they need Connie’s help. And if Connie’s helping, her sister Sage is going to get involved too – she’s beautiful, slim, and twenty years dead.
Connie must battle her own inner demons in order to believe she’s capable of succeeding. But she has no idea what she’s up against, because when your life has been destroyed, you have nothing left to lose.

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Ghost Writer: A Ghost Cozy Mystery Series (Haunted Everly After Book 9)

About Ghost Writer: A Ghost Cozy Mystery Series (Haunted Everly After Book 9)

Ghosts. Can’t live with them, can’t make them cross over…
Everly Dupree has her hands full trying to track down Davina Benet’s killer. The last thing she needs is Delilah Cannon showing up in Mooselick River and poking her nose into the investigation. Everly is certain the key to finding Davina’s killer lies in one of her missing persons cases, while Delilah’s convinced it’s someone from Mooselick River. And, as usual, Davina’s no help at all.
Then, before she’s hardly had time to unpack her suitcase, Delilah turns up dead, leaving Everly to wonder if Delilah had been on the right track after all.
Now, Everly has two ghosts on her hands, and she’s certain the same person killed them both. But who?
Between dealing with the loss of a friendship, her ghostly shenanigans being dragged into the light, and an upset of her Thanksgiving plans, Everly has to solve the mystery or be haunted forever after.

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Dark Deeds on a White Christmas: A Retired Sleuth and His Dog Historical Cozy Mystery by P. C. James

Dark Deeds on a White Christmas: A Retired Sleuth and His Dog Historical Cozy Mystery by P. C. James

He tries to live and let live. But when a killer drops by for Xmas, can this retired copper keep an innocent from going down for the crime?

England, 1964. Ex-police inspector Tom Ramsay worries the world has left him behind. Thinking a trip to ring in the season is just the ticket, he agrees to a shared vacation with his assistant, her parents, and his loyal dog. But soon after they arrive at the hotel, the good tidings take a deadly dive when his assistant’s mother is found crouched over a corpse holding a knife.

Snowed in without an official constable on hand, the retiree temporarily dons his detective hat to calm the rising panic. And as he systematically interrogates the frightened and belligerent guests, he comes to the frustrating conclusion no one saw anything and nearly everyone loathed the victim.

With the culprit lurking in plain sight, can Ramsay unwrap the truth?

Dark Deeds on a White Christmas is the absorbing third book in the One Man and His Dog Cozy Mysteries series. If you like quick-witted heroes, intriguing conundrums, and short jaunts back in time, then you’ll love P.C. James’s engrossing whodunit.

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The Magdala League: Mystery on Maple Street by Sarah L Hicks

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Picture yourself in the summer of 1984, surrounded by pay phones, video games, and pizza. Maggie North, a misfit member of the Magdala League, arrives in Kevan’s Cove to solve the mystery surrounding the attack on her friend and mentor, Mary Wright. Over the course of a mind-boggling week, Maggie, Reverend Jim, Mary’s 16-year-old ward Monk, and his friends work together to unravel tangled clues. Embark on an adventure with Maggie and her friends as they seek God’s guidance to uncover the identity of Mary’s attacker, the true story behind Captain Smith, and a secret kept hidden for over four decades.

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The First Cut by John Misak

The First Cut by John Misak

Step back into the 20th Century for a case with twists and turns that will keep you constantly guessing.

In The First Cut, Detective John Keegan faces his first solo case in the year 1999, when the NYPD is still adjusting to new technology, and fear of Y2K looms large. The case seems straightforward at first—Cassandra Lavelle, a rising artist, is brutally murdered, and suspicion quickly falls on her boyfriend. But Keegan soon finds himself deep in a web of secrets, as a mysterious older man, linked to Cassandra, disappears without a trace. Keegan is left with two suspects and must sift through their secrets, unsure who deserves his trust—or his suspicion. He promises justice to Cassandra, but as he digs deeper, the lines blur, forcing him to decide between two equally plausible suspects.

Complicating matters is his budding relationship with Elena Moreno, an ambitious investigative reporter who’s drawn to the very case he’s working on. Their passion flares, but cracks start to show as Keegan’s obsession with the case overtakes their relationship, pulling him further into a downward spiral.

As Keegan navigates a world on the cusp of digital transformation, he faces the new reality of computer-driven investigations—a world of advanced technology, fraught with fear and opportunity. His choices in this case, and the personal sacrifices he makes, will echo throughout his career, shaping him into the detective he’s destined to become.

Step back into a time before instant answers, where the cost of a missed clue or a bad choice is steep. The First Cut offers readers a thrilling procedural mystery filled with twists, personal sacrifice, and the painful imperfections that define real justice. Grab it now for a compelling journey that will keep you guessing until the final page. Discounted to 99 cents for a limited time.

The First Cut is Book 1 in the John Keegan Retro series which also includes Second Time Around, Third and Long, and Fourth Gear.

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The Oscillating Mind by J. Traveler Pelton

The Oscillating Mind by J. Traveler Pelton

Allyson is a multiple, her new friend Stirling is OCD/bipolar; she runs the Greyson’s Ltd. Accounting agency and he was hired on as office manager; but with 3 college degrees, police academy and a history of solving crimes, he may be just what the family needs to solve Trevor’s enigma. If you want to move beyond normal mysteries and into the odd but feasible tale, you have to read The Oscillating Mind! This is book two of the Many Minds series, a group of fiction books I am writing highlighting mental illness and hoping to lower the stigma associated with being differently gifted.

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Fatal Limit by Inge-Lise Goss

Fatal Limit by Inge-Lise Goss

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A Murderer Is Loose In The Hospital
When a drugged nurse is struck by a car and the tox report comes back negative, Dora Stephens’ private eye instincts kick in and she begins her search for the killer. Snooping around the hospital, she discovers a cheating husband, a dead lover, and a missing man. Can the investigator solve the deadly puzzle before the murderer strikes again?

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Spooky Sweet by Connie Shelton

Spooky Sweet by Connie Shelton

“As with all Connie Shelton books, a fantastic read. Can’t wait to move on to the next one.” –5 stars

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Now that Samantha Sweet has a contract to provide her special handmade chocolates for the wealthy jet-set clients of Book It Travel, Sweet’s Sweets bakery is taking on a whole new dimension. Only problem, Sam isn’t ready. It’s almost Halloween, her pastry shop is bursting at the seams and she needs extra employees but there is no place to put them. Right before the witching day, she comes upon a large Victorian house she can adapt for the business, and it seems her problem is solved. But is it? The mysterious, spooky noises at night are way more than the normal creaks and groans of an old building. Something else is going on and Sam suspects it may be related to her husband’s newest case, investigating where an abandoned duffle bag crammed full of cash came from. Beau is dealing with a greedy reward-seeker, a robbery with no leads, and a waif who appears and vanishes. Sam’s mystery has her watching for ghosts and working almost around the clock. Is she relying on magic?—well, occasionally.

Praise for the Samantha Sweet Magical Bakery Mysteries series…
“Shelton again has done a superb job in bringing New Mexico to life.” —Albuquerque Journal “Connie Shelton gets better with every book she writes.”—The Midwest Book Review
“Just reading about Samantha Sweet and friends at her pastry shop will leave you drooling in anticipation of delicious treats.” Joanne K, 5-star review on Amazon (Spellbound Sweets in Midnight Mysteries)
“The teamwork between Samantha and Beau was a main draw as well as attention to detail, down to the last frosted cookie.” – Janine Thiemann, 5 stars, Amazon (Spellbound Sweets in Midnight Mysteries)

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MOTORCYCLE HELMET MAN

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Chronic drinker Cole Hendrix stalks an intriguing homeless man wearing a motorcycle helmet he believes has answers to his dilemma. During a string of bad luck and rash decisions, Cole gets abnormally distracted and obsessed with this strange man who takes him on a spiritual journey. He stumbles onto something far bigger and beyond his comprehension, which sets the stage for the future Great Awakening.

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Catford Dogs

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Catford, South-east London, 2003. Miles Askew, charming but feckless, works for a small-time private investigation agency. Born to privilege, at 38 his career and relationships are a car crash.

One August weekend Miles’ easy existence is obliterated when a lover gives him an alarming ultimatum, and a seemingly straightforward investigation into local greyhound racing erupts with the suspicious death of a colleague.

As Miles desperately grapples for atonement and justice, he is forced to confront both ruthless criminal conspirators and his own conflicted loyalties. Bribery, blackmail and violent death play out against a shifting social backdrop of Blair’s England and Catford’s criminal past, and Miles finds the odds of escaping unscathed increasingly stacked against him.

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Ex by Alicia Thompson

About Ex by Alicia Thompson

In 2011, Toby Soames dies from a freak accident on Hampstead Heath; Charlie Falk simply disappears. Two years later, Australian Adele Soames returns to London to be nearer her son and the places he loved. She is joined in her pilgrimages to the heath by Charlie. Charlie tells her things; unnerving things about his last day alive.

Enter DS Xandra Bentley, a member of Adele’s grief support group at St Bart’s. Xandra has worked on a number of cold cases of missing boys in the area and Adele’s information reignites her interest. As new evidence comes to light, Adele has the creeping dread that she is bringing danger closer to home.

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