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A Likely Story
by Jenn McKinlay
"Lindsay attempts to save a friend and ends up in murder investigation"
Posted January 7, 2016
Jenn McKinlay comes to us in hardcover with her sixth
Library Lover's Mystery. Librarian Lindsay Norris is
delivering some
books to two reclusive brothers, Stewart and Peter. She is
always met on
the dock by Stewart, until today. When Stewart fails to
show
up,
she and Sully Read more...
Pouncing on Murder
by Laurie Cass
"It's spring in Michigan and someone is cleverly killing some of the bookmobile customers."
Posted January 7, 2016
Maple sap is running in Chilson, MI, and Minnie is taking
out the bookmobile and visiting all her customers. Henry
Gill is a gruff man who never says anything nice, but he
presents Minnie with some maple syrup. When Henry dies
unexpectedly, Minnie is saddened.
The man who tried to Read more...
Miss Ruffles Inherits Everything
by Nancy Martin
"An unexpected death and a dog with a fortune causes life to go haywire for Sunny McKillip."
Posted January 7, 2016
Sunny McKillip moved to Texas to take a position as a
professor's assistant. When the professor is fired,
Sunny lands a job as a personal assistant to the local
matriarch of Mule Stop's society. Honeybelle Hensley is
loved by many, but hated by others. When Honeybelle's
daughter Read more...
From Bad to Wurst
by Maddy Hunter
"Emily Miceli has to brave Oktoberfest with her seniors and a murderer on the loose."
Posted January 7, 2016
Emily and Etienne Miceli are taking their seniors through
Germany during Oktoberfest, and they are sharing their
tour with a couple of different bands who are performing
at some of their stops. The seniors from Iowa are always
up for a little beer!
Everyone is heading to their hotel
when Read more...
Heart Legacy
by Robin D. Owens
"The world of Celta is facing a political crisis which places two lovers in a deadly situation."
Posted December 15, 2015
The Yew family has seemingly withdrawn from society and
remains secluded on their estate. Loridana should be
instated as the GrandLady Yew, but her family resists all
her efforts. Despite their machinations, Loridana is
making her own plans. For years, Loridana has been
raised to revere her heritage but none Read more...
Trick or Deadly Treat
by Livia J. Washburn
"When the local vet is arrested, Phyllis and Sam jump into the investigation."
Posted December 10, 2015
Phyllis tries her best not to be part of the
investigation into the death of a local surgeon but
nothing goes as planned. Phyllis and Carolyn are gearing
up for another baking competition while Sam is looking
for a dog to adopt.
Sam has brought Phyllis to the local shelter Read more...
Look Both Ways
by Carol J. Perry
"Lee Barrett's purchase of a bureau leads to murder"
Posted October 21, 2015
Lee Barrett lost many possession in the fire that destroyed
part of her aunt's home. One was an antique bureau that
had secret drawers. When her Aunt Ibby sees an identical
one on TV, Lee decides she must have it. Lee purchases it from the owner of a
Salem Read more...
The Big Chili
by Julia Buckley
"When someone sabotages her chili, Lilah must act"
Posted October 21, 2015
Lilah Drake works for her parents in their real estate
business. It has its perks. She lives in a small
guesthouse on the grounds of a house her mother sold. But
Lilah's real love is cooking. She really wants to start a
catering business.
With that goal in mind Read more...
Macaroni And Freeze
by Christine Wenger
"Macaroni and Cheese will get Trixie in deep trouble."
Posted September 10, 2015
Trixie Matkowski is drawn into planning yet another event
when the library roof collapses. Celebrity chef,
Priscilla Finch-Smythe has agreed to be one of the judges
for a macaroni and cheese cookoff. Not only is Trixie
part of the planning committee but she decides to
participate in the cookoff Read more...
Between a Rock and a Hard Place
by Marty Wingate
"Pru Parke must defend her credentials as she validates an old botanical journal."
Posted September 10, 2015
Pru Parke and Christopher Pearse are planning a wedding.
After
a long time away from work, they part as Christopher
returns to Scotland Yard and Pru accepts a short-term
assignment at the Royal Botanical Garden in Edinburgh.
While warmly welcomed by some of the staff, one
member who is Read more...
Dance Of The Bones
by J.A. Jance
"J. P. Beaumont teams up with Brandon Walker to solve some cold cases."
Posted September 4, 2015
Brandon Walker put away a man for killing Amos Warren
years ago. Walker is asked to revisit the case when
Lassiter, the alleged killer, is refusing a plea deal that
would release him from jail. Lassiter insists that he is
innocent and even his severely advanced MS isn't enough Read more...
Basket Case
by Nancy Haddock
"Six crafty elders will lead Nixy on a chase as they expose a killer."
Posted September 2, 2015
Leslee "Nixy" Stanton gets a call from Lilyvale police
detective Eric Shoar that will change her life. All
kinds of strange things have been going on at her aunt's
house and he's been called out there too many times. Nixy is
given an ultimatum - either she come out Read more...
Malice At The Palace
by Rhys Bowen
"Georgie must solve a mystery that could reflect badly on the Royal family"
Posted September 2, 2015
In MALICE AT THE PALACE, Georgie had been staying in her friend, Belinda's
place
until Belinda unexpectedly returns. She returns to
Rannoch House to find her brother and sister-in-law
there. Down to her last option, she decides to stay with
her maternal grandfather, until she is asked Read more...
Jade Dragon Mountain
by Elsa Hart
"18th century China is the setting for a mystery which could shake the foundations of the world."
Posted September 2, 2015
Li Du comes to Dayan days before the Emperor is due to
arrive. The magistrate is busy with preparations for the
festival honoring the Emperor and the eclipse that has
been predicted.
Li Du is a disgraced librarian who travels around China
earning just enough to allow him to continue Read more...
Caught Read-Handed
by Terrie Farley Moran
"Sassy and Bridgy are caught up in murder once more."
Posted September 2, 2015
Sassy and Bridgy are donating some books to the library
book sale. Sassy had just pulled into the parking lot
when she sees a man who looks just like her former boss,
George. Carrying a load of books, Sassy has just pulled open the
door when she hears a woman Read more...
Sea Glass Sunrise
by Donna Kauffman
"Return to Blueberry Cove, Maine with the McRae family"
Posted September 2, 2015
SEA GLASS SUNRISE, the third book set in Blueberry Cove, Ms. Kauffman
brings
the McRae family together. Hannah's brother is getting
married so she returns to Maine. What no one knows is
that she has no plans to return to DC and her life as an
attorney with a Read more...
Berried Secrets
by Peg Cochran
"BERRIED SECRETS is a well-plotted cozy mystery"
Posted September 2, 2015
Monica Albertson moves to Cranberry Cover, Michigan to
help her brother, Jeff, with his farm. Her life in
Chicago has fallen apart and Cranberry Cover is a place
for her to re-evaluate her life.
Jeff was injured while overseas and the farm is losing
money. Monica knows that Sam Read more...
Horse Of A Different Killer
by Laura Morrigan
"Grace must expose a killer to save her sister."
Posted June 28, 2015
Grace's psychic ability with animals can lead her into
enough trouble. She doesn't need the trouble that comes
when her sister if found standing over the dead body of
her abusive ex-husband.
Grace is now in a race against time to find the man who
killed Tony Read more...
Stars to Lead Me Home
by Peggy Webb
"Three women share each others lives as their friendship grows."
Posted June 28, 2015
Three women who met while teaching school become best
friends. They have been there for each other through
every bump in the road. Ms. Webb leads us on a journey
of discovery as Maggie chooses to divorce her husband
just after they learn of Lillian's serious illness.
Jean does Read more...
The Diva Steals a Chocolate Kiss
by Krista Davis
"Sophie is in charge of a big celebration for Amore Chocolates 50th anniversary"
Posted June 28, 2015
Sophie Winston is extremely busy with the excitement of
the fiftieth anniversary of Amore Chocolateirs. To add to
the atmosphere, there is a famous Belgian chocolatier is
set to open a new store and provide competition for the
Merano family.
Sophie is cleaning up after a party at the Merano Read more...
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