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The Bones of Santorini by Joni Swift

The Bones of Santorini by Joni Swift

Suez Canal, Egypt and Santorini Greece – 1863, Nothing had gone according to plan for Edward Tyrington since his father squandered the family fortune and abruptly died, but things got decidedly worse when the Operations Manager of the Suez Canal Company turned up dead.

When another man is murdered, this time at Edward’s archaeological excavation, suspicion turns to him. Thus begins his turbulent alliance with the unusual Catherine Briggs, who proves to be both reckless and cunning in her efforts to clear his name. With corrupt police and international forces in play, time is running out to catch the murderer. If they fail, Edward will either be the next victim, or the man who will hang for the crimes.

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The Root of All Evil (A Clara and Iris Mystery Series Book 3) by Kim Carter Award-Winning Novelist

The Root of All Evil (A Clara and Iris Mystery Series Book 3) by Kim Carter Award-Winning Novelist

“The Root Of All Evil In Feb. 2024 Receives A 5-Star Editorial Book Review Awarded By Reader’s Favorite!”

Private Investigators Clara Samples and Iris Hadley are at it again. The two widows celebrate a successful first year of business when Pritchard Pitts of the Atlanta Police Department swings by with an unusual case. One that’s already been solved. But family members of both the victims and the offenders have doubts that the jury got it right.

It’ll be up to the PIs and their trusted team to prove that the two men incarcerated for the double murder are indeed innocent. As they delve deeper into the grisly crime, nothing is as it seems. From Iris working undercover as a waitress to Clara scouring out-of-state pawn shops, the duo soon discovers more questions than answers.

Are the men locked away in one of Georgia’s most secure prisons guilty or innocent? And will the fearless private investigators and their team survive long enough to get the answers?

( The Kindle is on Pre-Release Sale for $2.99 from Amazon until Feb. 29th, 2024_

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Outline for Murder: A Michael Bishop Mystery

About Outline for Murder: A Michael Bishop Mystery

In his long career as an English teacher at Holy Trinity High School, Michael Bishop felt that he was as good at reading people as he was at reading books. That all changes when he discovers the body of the school’s highly successful but universally disliked football coach, Albert Zappala. Even more disturbing is the news that the coach, whose net worth was in the millions, was murdered. Suddenly, everyone is a suspect, including students, colleagues, and even the Sisters who run the school. Bishop’s skill in reading people is put to the ultimate test. Like Captain Ahab searching for the answers in his pursuit of the white whale, Bishop searches into the dark past for the key that will unlock the mystery. Will the truth destroy his belief in the basic goodness of man?

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The Healing by Karen E Stokes

About Featured Book: The Healing by Karen E Stokes

Jess was muddling through as a single parent, raising a little boy who was unfulfilled and missed his father.
On the journey home from school, Sam, a fellow pupil, walked alongside Jonas and his mother and then came into the house to play.
Normality can be deceitful and life's distractions present in many ways, but none so strange as from those who cease to exist.

This Mystery book is available in these Formats: eBook, Print

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Escape to Osprey Cove by Luisa Marietta Gold

Escape to Osprey Cove by Luisa Marietta Gold

Doug has grown up poor, envying what others have. When he meets wealthy Catherine, he thinks she is his ticket to everything he desires. After marrying her, he finds that he covets one more thing–independence. A discovery in the secret compartment of his new Corvette will grant him this independence and change his and Catherine’s lives forever. A tale of love, wealth, and mystery–from the scenic Canadian region of the Rideau Lakes to the beautiful shores of the Caribbean.

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Lucifer’s Cage

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Freedom is a golden word, but entirely subjective. My idea of freedom is not yours, nor yours mine. My question in this speculative thriller is if freedom is possible at all. This book starts as a seemingly random collection of stories, but as the prison system, Lucifer’s Cage, is introduced, all starts to make sense.
Is freedom possible in Lucifer’s Cage?
After years of demand for prison reform, immersion technology is introduced to provide prisoners with a world indistinguishable from reality where rehabilitation is undergone using carrots and often a hefty stick.
Is this new method really more humane than cages? Explore the innovative prison and follow various characters as they chase their ever-elusive freedom.
So, is freedom possible?
Can anyone ever really be free?
Are you?
Welcome to Lucifer’s Cage.

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Miss Knight and the Night in Lagos

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Where African myth meets Victorian manners.

The mission is simple: Travel to Lagos, save the Brownies, and don’t die in the process. Unfortunately for paranormal investigator Miss Beatrice Knight, her employer is a werewolf which means nothing is ever simple. Upon arrival, Miss Knight is insulted by the police, chased by a vampire, and visited by a talking chimp. Everything is going according to plan, just not her plan. At least they serve tea in the colonies, but will that be enough to survive the night?

Miss Knight and the Night in Lagos is a prequel to the Society for Paranormals series, in which a paranormal detective refuses to let danger, death, and unsolicited suitors inconvenience her in colonial Kenya. Welcome to a cozy mystery series concerning Victorian etiquette, African mythology, and the search for a perfect spot of tea.

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Shadow Doctors

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Atlanta X-Men Homicide Squad led by Sergeant Malcolm X. Hobbs and Detective Orlando Queen in attempts to catch a crafty and elusive enemy that terrorizes Atlanta’s upper crust.

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Raelee Scattering

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Gina Rae, a tenacious defense investigator, is trying to find evidence that will vindicate her client, Darren Lewis. Her boyfriend, Detective Tae Lee, still grappling with the aftermath of a devastating tragedy, sets out to prove Darren’s guilt. Their quest propels them into a world where the wealthy and powerful play… by their own set of rules. As Gina and Tae get closer to discovering the truth, they soon find themselves on a collision course with a methodical, ruthless killer.

This book is intended for mature audiences.

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The Corbin Cult

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“Third Teenage Girl Brutally Murdered, Cult Connection Probed”, blared the local headline.

Daniel Webster, washed-out Baltimore City detective, seizes a last chance deputy position on a small-town police force. He’ll need to polish his rusty investigation skills to solve the murder mystery haunting his bay coast village.

Jane Powers, his fellow officer, grieves her only daughter, one of the three teens savagely murdered.

The once calm residents now seek justice, wondering whether any young woman is safe from the violent predator. For the first time in memory, they oil their rusty deadbolts and twist them shut.

Facing mounting pressure, the task force summons the FBI to help solve the gruesome murders, while they investigate a once proud religion turned unspeakably evil. The Corbin Cult, in desperation, struggles to conceal it’s secrets, with each new revelation law enforcement unearths.

“Snappy sentences and succinct paragraphs within concise chapters combine for an unputdownable read…..This thriller delivers what others only promise….”

“Sterling’ brings more edge of your seat plot twists merging seamlessly with dark, humorous one-liners…… Delightfully evil!”

“The Corbin Cult Series is must reading for blood pumping, murder mystery junkies”

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DEAD DOWN EAST

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DEAD DOWN EAST, a fictional murder mystery, is both detective noir and smart screwball comedy rolled into one. Jesse Thorpe, a young private investigator operating out of Augusta, Maine, receives a mysterious phone call from a former client, Cynthia Dumais. She begs to be rescued from an island south of Brunswick, within a mile of where William Lavoilette, the governor of Maine, was assassinated the night before. She insists that her life is in danger but is unwilling to provide any further information. Reluctantly, he goes to fetch her.

Fresh, witty and loaded with eccentric characters, this first novel in the series is both clever and stylish. It’s an old-school private eye tale with inventive twists and local color. If you enjoy a well-crafted and zesty narrative, lively banter, or take pleasure in the company of Mainers, you’ll love DEAD DOWN EAST.

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Deadly Gamble by Connie Shelton

Deadly Gamble by Connie Shelton

Praise for USA Today bestselling author, Connie Shelton, and her first novel:

“An impressive debut mystery!” — Albuquerque Journal

In this debut almost-cozy mystery series novel, Charlie Parker, accountant and partner in an Albuquerque private investigation firm, is visited by her old school friend, Stacy North. Stacy’s Rolex watch is missing and she begs Charlie to help locate it before her husband finds out. Things are complicated by the fact that Stacy had been seeing another man, Gary Detweiller, and he’s the one she suspects of having stolen the watch. With a little detective work, Charlie and her sidekick dog, Rusty, retrieve the missing watch and all should be well. But three days later, Detweiller is murdered. All eyes turn to Stacy as the prime suspect.

Once again, Stacy begs Charlie’s help in proving her innocence. As she begins to ask questions, Charlie learns that Detweiller’s life was not as simple as first perceived and that any number of people had grievances against him. And before she can pinpoint the killer, her own life is in danger as well.

Includes new foreword from the author upon the 20th anniversary of first publication of this ongoing mystery series first title.

Praise for the other books in the Charlie Parker mystery series:
“A well written, by the book who-done-it that will enthrall purists. Charlie is a fabulous amateur sleuth.” — Midwest Book Review

“Shelton has created a lively hero in Charlie and puts her into situations that require prompt action and good common sense. A Charlie Parker mystery is always a good read…” –Southwest Book Views

“Charlie is a good detective and a pleasant companion to unravel a mystery with.” — Mystery News

“Shelton’s engaging story, likable heroine, and comfortable prose make this a good choice.” — Library Journal

“Connie Shelton gets better with every book she writes.” –The Midwest Book Review

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Suicide in Suffolk by D. Ayres

About Suicide in Suffolk by D. Ayres

“Suicide in Suffolk” is a gripping debut novel that delves into the depths of mystery and suspense. Set against the backdrop of the idyllic town of Lowestoft, Suffolk, this cozy mystery follows Cecil Whitford, a compassionate funeral director who becomes embroiled in a dark and twisted tale of intrigue.

When Cecil stumbles upon a death that is initially deemed a suicide, he can’t shake the nagging feeling that there is more to the story. Driven by a relentless pursuit of truth and justice, he becomes convinced that the tragedy may, in fact, be a carefully disguised murder.

Despite facing skepticism and indifference from the authorities and the community, Cecil refuses to abandon his quest. Seeking an ally in his search for answers, he forms an unlikely partnership with Keeley Cooper, a young and determined police constable who shares his suspicions.

Together, Cecil and Keeley delve into the shadows of Suffolk, navigating a web of secrets, cover-ups, and hidden motives. As they uncover a sinister plot lurking beneath the surface, they find themselves caught in a dangerous game where the lines between ally and adversary blur.

“Suicide in Suffolk” is a captivating cozy mystery that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. With its evocative setting and well-drawn characters, this debut novel offers a thrilling exploration of deception and the relentless pursuit of truth. Prepare to be immersed in a world where darkness conceals secrets, and unravelling the truth may come at a grave cost.

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Hijacked Arrows of Love

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Two fun loving feline brothers tail a van driven by a sneaky thief firing arrows to swipe everyone’s favorite treasures. Little do they know, the arrows aren’t just any old pilfered loot—rumor has it they’ve hijacked Cupid’s own stolen arrow! Along for the adventure are James and Azaria, a friend of the frisky feline duo and a victim of the arrow bandits. Will the fur-clad team recover the stolen arrows and restore love’s rightful order?

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Dead Man’s Dish

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A lavish cruise, a wealthy guest list, and a murder to solve before port.

Looking for peace and tranquility

I wanted a break after my private investigator gig hit a dead-end.

I took up the role of Cruise Director aboard

The Midnight Tide. Managing guests and the crew kept me on my toes.

Serenity shattered when an obnoxious

passenger met a poisonous ending on day one.

With the handsome Captain, head of security,

and my trusty beagle Rex, we dive into a puzzle of suspects with airtight alibis.

As the plot thickens the real killer remains elusive,

and a second poison attempt sent shivers down our spines.

With my investigative instincts in high gear,

every clue unravels a bit more of the mystery.

When things take a shocking twist,

I’m in a race against time to unmask the true culprit.

The ship is docking soon, and someone

might just slip away… with murder!

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No More Lies

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Imagine being framed for the murder of the one person you’re desperate to save—your husband.
Dani Mueller thought a trip to Washington, DC, with her husband, Jason Scarsdale, would be a last-ditch effort to mend their crumbling marriage. But when Jason vanishes after a job interview, Dani finds herself not just fighting for her marriage, but for her life. Accused of a murder she didn’t commit, she becomes the prime suspect in a case that turns into Detective Floyd Hatchett’s personal vendetta.
Out on bond and with the walls closing in, Dani has no choice but to flee across the Atlantic to London. There, she embarks on a relentless quest for the one person who can clear her name. Her investigation uncovers clues that lead her to a US Army base in Germany, but Detective Hatchett is hot on her heels, determined to bring her down.
In a high-stakes game of cat and mouse, Dani must navigate through a labyrinth of betrayal, hidden agendas, and dark secrets. Will she manage to prove her innocence, or will she become the victim of a merciless frame-up? Time is running out, and Dani Mueller is a woman with everything to lose.

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Echoes of Eternity: Love, Mysteries, and Justice by Ajay Kumar

About Echoes of Eternity: Love, Mysteries, and Justice by Ajay Kumar

“Echoes of Eternity” is a spellbinding novel by Ajay that delves into the realms of love, mysteries, and justice. Join the dynamic duo, Vrunda and Akhil, as they unravel enigmas ranging from ancient hieroglyphs to the secrets of the Illusionist’s Code.

As mysteries unfold, a profound love story emerges, enhancing the narrative with heart-warming depth. This book is a celebration of human curiosity, relentless pursuit of justice, and the enduring power of love.

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Potions and Prosecco by Luna Martin

About Potions and Prosecco by Luna Martin

Not everything that lies in the shadows is dark. But when rogue witches start appearing, it is not only the cocktails that start turning sour.

Daisy Banks’ feet have been in two worlds long enough. And when a new friendship brings her to a prohibition themed night on a paddle steamer, she puts her best foot forward convinced that not every party in Folly Gate ends in murder … right? But not everything is running smoothly in her new world … Jasper is missing, and the follies are crumbling under her guard.

Following a hunch, she is determined to prove she deserves the trust of the local constabulary. But as she uncovers leads, someone in town is playing around with crossover potions — and the Grand Coven is demanding answers from her too.

Can Daisy balance her new life in Folly Gate and the demands of leading a coven? Or will it all be taken from her, extinguishing the Banks line forever?

‘Potions and Prosecco’ is the captivating second book in the ‘Merry Meet’ paranormal cozy mystery series.

If you like magic, mystery and a little mayhem you’ll love Luna Martin’s cork-popping tale.

Buy ‘Potions and Prosecco’ to start your intoxicating adventure today!

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