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In a peaceful retirement village, four unlikely friends meet weekly in the Jigsaw Room to discuss unsolved crimes; together, they call themselves the Thursday Murder Club....

A small town with big secrets. A neighbor who bites. Plus a house with a mind of its own. Welcome to Wisteria....

Elizabeth, Joyce, Ron and Ibrahim—the Thursday Murder Club—are still riding high off their recent real-life murder case and are looking forward to a bit of peace and quiet at Cooper’s Chase, their posh retirement village. But they are out of luck....

Steve Wheeler is enjoying retired life. He still does the odd bit of investigation work, but he prefers his familiar routines: the pub quiz, his favorite bench, his cat waiting for him at home. His days of adventure are over. Adrenaline is daughter-in-law Amy’s job now.

Who's got time to think about murder when there's a wedding to plan?

December 1899. After the death of her beloved grandmother, Cleopatra Fox moves into the luxury hotel owned by her estranged uncle in the hopes of putting hardship and loneliness behind her....

Wild swimming in February? No, thank you. It sounds like torture to Fiona, Daisy, and Partial Sue, the retired ladies behind the counter at Dogs Need Nice Homes charity shop. Still, no one ever died of plunging into the icy waters around the sleepy little English town of Southbourne. Until now.

Shocking news reaches them—an old friend has been killed, and a dangerous package he was protecting has gone missing. The gang's search leads them into the antiques business, where the tricks of the trade are as old as the objects themselves.

In Dogged Pursuit, David Rosenfelt takes listeners back to the start of this beloved series as Andy Carpenter begins his career as a defense attorney in Paterson, New Jersey.

This cozy whodunit introduces a one-of-a-kind heroine who will steal your heart.

In 1965, Frances Adams is at an English country fair where a fortune-teller makes a bone-chilling prediction: One day, Frances will be murdered. It is a prediction that sparks her life’s work—trying to solve a crime that hasn’t happened yet.

Mrs. Blossom is not the kind of woman to play the lottery. She is practical, a devoted grandmother, and has a knack for blending into the background, which was an asset during her days assisting private investigator Tess Monaghan.

Lily and Ian have finally returned home with Connor, Sadie, and the newest addition to their family. Across the street, Walt and Danielle are settling into parenthood, and down the street Heather is no longer worried about a certain annoying ghost surprising her in the middle of the night.

When a daring art heist takes place at the Regency Grand, Molly’s life is threatened. The question is who’s out to get her, and why? Long-buried secrets will be revealed in this intriguing and heartwarming novel from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Maid and The Mystery Guest

The first three books in the Irish Village Mystery series are included in this edition: Murder in an Irish Village, Murder at an Irish Wedding, and Murder in an Irish Churchyard....

Jane Marple is an elderly lady from St Mary Mead who possesses an uncanny knack for solving even the most perplexing puzzles. Now, for the first time in 45 years, Agatha Christie’s beloved character returns to the page for a globe-trotting tour of crime and detection....

A real estate agent’s death sends shockwaves through the idyllic town of St. Denis, leading Bruno, Chief of Police, to suspect that there’s more to this tragedy than meets the eye.

London, 1928. Mystery writer and amateur detective Marius Quin is reeling from his friend’s murder in his own home. Forced to stay away from the case, he’s in urgent need of distraction when fate points him towards Felicity Mortimer.

When Dorothy’s obnoxious date is found dead in a hotel freezer, it not only ruins a gorgeous cheesecake but threatens the elaborate St. Olaf-themed wedding Rose is hosting.

Newlyweds Lady Swift and Detective Hugh Seldon are honeymooning in the most romantic city on earth. Clifford, her butler, has come along for the trip to make sure everything goes to plan for the happy couple. And Gladstone, the mischievous bulldog, to make sure it doesn’t!

A romance book festival comes to Winterspell, but not everyone is feeling the love.

Geoffrey Lushington, Mayor of Marlow, dies suddenly during a Town Council meeting. When traces of aconite—also known as the queen of poisons—are found in his coffee cup, the police realize he was murdered. But who did it? And why?

It’s been an enjoyable and murder-free time for Judith, Suzie and Becks since the events of last year. The most exciting thing on the horizon is the upcoming wedding of Marlow grandee, Sir Peter Bailey, to his nurse, Jenny Page. But during the soiree, there’s a crash from inside the house....

One evening, while out swimming in the Thames, Judith witnesses a brutal murder. The local police don’t believe her story, so she decides to investigate for herself and is soon joined in her quest by Suzie and Becks....

Behind the shelves of The Secret Bookcase, where the sun slants through the windows onto rows of classic crime novels, a body lies…

One calm night in Twickenham, a businessman named Tom Treadnor is shot off his barstool at The Queen Pub. Superintendent Richard Jury is called in to investigate and quickly realizes that everyone in Treadnor’s life—from his widow, Alice, to the staff at his manor, to his business partner—had differing opinions of him. And to complicate things further, Jury has just happened upon a photo in a newspaper of a man in the United States, who is a dead ringer for Treadnor.

Meg Gates could use a guidebook for life. Indeed, she's faced some challenges. She dropped out of college to work for a tech startup that failed—and her fiancé just took her bridesmaid to Italy on what was supposed to be Meg's honeymoon. Now, at twenty-six, Meg has taken the ferry ride of shame from Seattle back to Bainbridge Island to live with her family. At least she has her rescue cocker spaniel, Watson, by her side. But it's Meg who could use a rescue—and she's hoping it will come in the form of a part-time gig doing research for a bestselling mystery writer.

Sir Huxley, famed gentleman inspector and Beatrice’s former crush, is still considered the real investigator in London, so the only cases left for Beatrice and Drake are lost pets and spectacles. Not that Beatrice has much time for crime-solving, anyways, as her mother still expects her to find an eligible (rich) husband to protect their family from destitution. Beatrice is struggling to balance all the demands on her and begins to wonder if she can become a true detective in a city that feels full of false promises.

Eccentric heiress Maida Westabrook treasures her peaceful, "ordinary" life in California—morning strolls along the beach, warm evenings by the fire, and losing herself in her beloved library of myths and legends. Yet Maida can’t shake the nagging feeling that there’s more to her story than she’s been led to believe. Strange and inexplicable occurrences have always surrounded her, dismissed as nothing more than her overactive imagination.

Some secrets don’t stay buried—especially in a town like Telluride. Aspiring detective Zendaya returns to her hometown to investigate a cold case that shattered the community fifteen years ago. But her plans are interrupted when a new body is discovered—and it's her long-lost childhood friend. With help from a retired policeman, a reluctant local detective, and the unexpected guidance of a friendly ghost, Zendaya begins unraveling a mystery that feels eerily connected to the past. A strange flower, familiar faces, and long-held secrets point her toward a deeper truth hiding beneath ...

When a chilling magical blight creeps through Willowbrook, Luna Morgenstern must dig deeper than ever—into the secrets of her grandmother’s café, the spells of the past, and her own heart. The enchanted Whispering Kettle café, once a haven, now sits at the heart of a new and dangerous mystery. With the help of her mischievous black cat, loyal friends, and a town full of magical surprises, Luna must unravel a series of strange clues before the blight destroys everything she loves. But in Willowbrook, trust is fragile and some magic was never meant to be unearthed. Curl up with the next...

Summer is in full swing in the Cotswolds… but not everyone is playing fair! Dotty Sayers, antiques expert and amateur sleuth, is looking forward to an idyllic afternoon of sunshine, cream teas, and village rivalry at the final of a local ladies’ cricket festival. Keya Varma, café owner and part-time crime scene expert, is delighted to be on the pitch with family and friends. The stakes are high but it’s all in good spirit… until a teammate is found dead. At first, the death seems like a tragic accident, but when Keya is appointed crime scene manager and evidence starts turning up ...

A magical café. A whispering kettle. A murder that was never meant to boil over... Luna Morgenstern never planned to return to Willowbrook—the sleepy town where tea brews stronger than secrets and magic lingers in the walls. But when her grandmother dies under mysterious circumstances, Luna inherits more than an enchanted café... she inherits a mystery that refuses to stay buried.The Whispering Kettle is more than a quaint tea shop, its brews reveal truths, mend hearts, and sometimes, whisper warnings. When Luna finds a hidden note tucked beneath the floorboards and a kettle that speaks...

In the culinary world, Chef Jack Simmering was on the rise—his New York restaurant drawing rave reviews and a celebrity clientele. But when his estranged father dies, Jack reluctantly returns to his small hometown of Gusteau's Grove to settle affairs and sell the family's restaurant, The Simmering Pot. Jack plans a quick visit, but two unexpected developments complicate matters: he's suddenly able to see the ghost of Auguste Gusteau, the town's founder and legendary chef; and he's developing psychic abilities connected to food—sensing memories in ingredients, enhancing flavors with his ...

In a town where stories travel faster than smoke, Jack Carter just wants to piece together the past. What he finds instead is a battered spice jar, a recipe card that reads more like a riddle, and a community still holding its breath from a tradition that vanished years ago. When whispers of a long-lost fish fry begin to surface, Jack teams up with old friends, cautious neighbors, and a raccoon-named Sheriff to uncover what really happened under the oak tree. But as fry pans heat and memories sizzle, Jack realizes this mystery isn't about a recipe—it's about repair, reunion, and the ...

A new apartment, a new career and a dead ex colleague. And I’m suspect number one. My return to the city was supposed to be a fresh start—my cozy apartment, my dog Biscuit, and a new detective partnership with Harper. Not a deadly reminder of the past. But when a forgotten file resurfaces and Jordan turns up dead, I’m pulled into a web of secrets I thought I’d left behind. Worse? I was Jordan’s last call. Now I’m the prime suspect. Harper and I dive into the mystery, and the clues only get darker: files are scrubbed, Callum’s story unravels, Lara’s key card puts her near the...

A Tale of Betrayal and Hidden Truths In a sultry South Carolina town draped in moss and shrouded in mystery, a grieving florist uncovers a theft that unearths her late husband’s buried secrets. With a brooding landscape architect by her side, she navigates a web of deception, where every clue—stolen seeds, cryptic letters, a charming botanist’s smile—hints at betrayal. The air hums with psychological tension, subtle desires, and the scent of jasmine under stormy skies. As trust frays and shadows deepen, a shocking twist reveals a vendetta that threatens to unravel her world. Perfect...

Jack Conroy and Gwen Harmon are barristers in the same set of chambers in Sydney. When she dumps him, he is devastated and wants her back. They soon face off in a murder trial. He fights to win an acquittal and win her back. However, murder trials rarely go according to plan. A comic novel about love, the law and horsehair wigs.

This backyard cookout is about to go up in flames… Lena thought hosting the annual New Oslo neighborhood block party would be the perfect way to bring the community together in her Victorian home's sprawling backyard. With her best friend Charlie providing delicious baked goods, Sheriff Mark Hansen by her side, and even her sassy grandmother's ghost offering ethereal advice, what could go wrong? Everything, as it turns out. When long-buried secrets and bitter grudges explode into public view during the festivities, Lena's peaceful gathering turns into a battlefield of accusations, ...

Late-night radio host Cassie Sullivan prefers ghost stories over real-life drama—until a mysterious on-air confession leads to the sudden death of her station manager, Lenny. With her loyal Border Collie Echo at her side, Cassie begins digging into dusty archives, old reel tapes, and a decades-old disappearance tied to the station’s rebellious former DJ, Roxie Monroe. When the clues point to someone very much alive—and very close—Cassie finds herself in a paranormal murder mystery where not even static can silence the truth. Between sabotage, ghostly calls, and suspicious coworkers,...

A charming seaside town. A bakery with a mysterious past. Two mischievous cats. And a killer who’s hiding in plain sight… Former detective Olivia Parker traded crime scenes for cream scones, hoping for a fresh start in the sleepy coastal village of Harbor Point. But when a hidden compartment in her new bakery uncovers an old sea captain’s diary, and a secret map pointing to buried town scandals, Olivia’s quiet life crumbles faster than a fresh batch of scones. As sabotage and threats mount, Olivia must team up with her eccentric assistant Barnaby, a handsome fisherman with secrets ...

Dog trainer Bea Whitman's French Bulldog Max has solved more crimes than he's learned actual commands—which isn't saying much, but it's still impressive. When beloved farmers market coordinator Rosalind Fletcher drops dead after sampling Pete's pesto, Bea's peaceful Saturday shopping turns into a murder investigation. The cyanide in the basil confirms this wasn't an unfortunate case of food poisoning, and suddenly everyone at the Palm Harbor Farmers Market looks suspicious. There's Pete, whose hands shake so badly he can barely hold his own herb bundles. Mac, the cantankerous farmer who's...

A Tale of Betrayal and Moonlit Truths In a misty Vermont valley, a reclusive orchard owner battles to save her cherished cider festival from a shadowy saboteur, unearthing a web of betrayal that threatens her hard-won sanctuary. Amid foggy orchards and stormy skies, she forges a tense alliance with a charismatic ex-detective harboring his own dark past, their chemistry crackling with reluctant trust and unspoken longing. As a cunning town manipulator pulls strings, hidden motives and psychological games unravel, leading to a heart-pounding twist that could shatter everything. From Chapter 5...

A fugitive. A corpse. And a cocktail with a twist of revenge, hold the olive. Hanna Moody had it all: money, brains, style… and a dead body on her résumé. After poisoning (accidentally, according to her cat) a rather obnoxious former coworker, she escapes to Naples, Florida, under a fake identity. Her plan is simple. Start fresh. A lounge chair, a cocktail in hand, and her first mystery novel waiting to be written. But when one of the hotel guests turns up dead in the middle of the breakfast buffet, everything gets messy. The good news? Hanna knows how to cover up a crime. The bad news?...

“Welcome to Sweetfern Hollow, where charm and comfort come served with a side of scandal. When Lila Avery reopened The Honeycomb Hearth bakery, she expected the usual ups and downs of small-town business ownership—burned cakes, quirky customers, long hours. What she didn’t expect was murder. In a town where everyone knows everyone (and their favorite pastry), secrets still have a way of hiding in plain sight. But Lila is about to learn that behind every sweet smile and neighborly wave, there might be something darker lurking.”

In a fog-shrouded Maine town, a reserved librarian unearths a chilling mystery when a rare manuscript vanishes, its cryptic clues pointing to a sunken fortune and a web of betrayal. Haunted by a childhood scandal, she navigates a shadowy world of greed and hidden truths, forging a reluctant alliance with a disgraced journalist whose own secrets mirror her own. As a charming historian’s polished facade crumbles, revealing a dangerous obsession, the stakes rise in a moody seaside village where every cobblestone hides a secret. From Chapter Four: Her breath gasped, sharp and cold, as she ...

Welcome to Maple Falls—a town of cobbled sidewalks, cinnamon-scented mornings, and neighbors who know your business before you do. This is where Clara Benson has built a life one baked good at a time, quietly creating comfort in a world that can sometimes feel anything but sweet. But even the warmest kitchens can’t keep out a cold-blooded secret. This story was written for readers who love a little intrigue with their tea and a touch of romance beneath the powdered sugar. It’s about courage, community, and that moment when an ordinary day turns into something extraordinary. So, pour ...

Dark Secrets in a Cozy Hollow: In a misty Tennessee hollow, where fog clings to cobblestone streets and whispers weave through cedar-scented air, a reclusive bookstore owner uncovers a chilling trail of anonymous letters exposing a charming preacher’s hidden fraud. As she digs deeper, a brooding carpenter with a tragic past becomes her reluctant ally, their charged encounters sparking trust and tension against a backdrop of stormy skies and shadowed hills. With a gossipy café owner stirring the pot and a loyal friend guarding her own scars, the town’s secrets unravel, revealing ...

It’s 1964 in the tiny town of Eastport, Maine, and Billie McCadie is bored to death. She’s surrounded by dull people with more manners than sense, and no sign of the intrigue or romance that fills her beloved novels. That is, until an engagement ring and cryptic love letter turn up, addressed to 'Gertrude'. Until she meets yacht-club handsome Avery Webster. Until the unsettling phone calls and visits from a man in a fedora begin. Until she's one of the last people to see Gertrude alive . . . and the first to see her dead.

For Huntress Isabeau Agarwal, the countryside inn is the last stop in a deadly hunt. Armed with a gaslamp and guns, she tracks an insidious beast that wears the skin of its victims, mimicking them perfectly. Ten guests reside within Spindle Manor tonight, and the creature could be any one of them. Confined by a torrential thunderstorm and running out of time, Isabeau has until morning to discover the liar, or none of them—including her—will make it out alive. But her inhuman quarry isn't the only threat residing in Spindle Manor.