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Spiral by Denise Turney

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Whispers from the Murder Farm: The Case of Belle Gunness (Shadows of the Past Book 3) by Eliza Hawthorne

Whispers from the Murder Farm: The Case of Belle Gunness (Shadows of the Past Book 3) by Eliza Hawthorne

The rural town of La Porte, Indiana, became the site of unimaginable horror when investigators uncovered a gruesome scene at Belle Gunness’ farm. Widely known as one of America’s first female serial killers, Belle lured victims with promises of wealth and marriage, only to end their lives for personal gain. Whispers from the Murder Farm meticulously reconstructs the chilling discoveries, revealing how this cunning woman evaded justice and left behind whispers of a dark legend. Did she meet her end in a fire or escape to continue her deadly spree elsewhere? This book pieces together the fearsome puzzle, offering insight into her twisted mind and the unanswered questions that still haunt the annals of true crime history.

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Escape to Osprey Cove by Luisa Marietta Gold

Escape to Osprey Cove by Luisa Marietta Gold

An unusual find in the secret compartment of Doug’s new Corvette will change lives forever. Doug and Catherine came from two different worlds—hers was full of privilege and wealth, while his was one of poverty and envy. Their worlds collide when Catherine, a prominent New York marketing firm vice president, hires Doug. The result is a spellbinding mystery of love and betrayal with twists and turns you’ll never see coming.

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I’m the Answer to Your Confusion by Jim Lively

I’m the Answer to Your Confusion by Jim Lively

All Simon Steed wants is to continue his work as a court-appointed defense lawyer and enjoy classic rock music and the peace and quiet of his old neighborhood. He only gets half of what he wishes for.
The house next door is empty. Unoccupied. Or is it?
Someone turns on the lights late at night, calls him to complain about his dog (he doesn’t own one), but won’t reveal any identity. Has Monica returned? AGAIN? His doctor increases the prescription for his anxiety.
Thank goodness, the evidence for his latest court case provides him the opportunity to exhibit his legal skills. He lands another private client who offers him a substantial retainer, but Simon can’t get her to agree to schedule a meeting in person. Except she’s got firsthand awareness of all the proceedings in his court case. As if she’s been sitting right there in the courtroom.
Who is she? Is she on the jury? How else can she compliment so many details of his work?
Simon’s life overflows with confusion, and he needs answers! Is this mysterious woman the answer?

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Off Season by Clive Fleury

Off Season by Clive Fleury

Detective Ramesh Ryan’s career with Sydney’s prestigious Organized Crime Unit is on the up, until he loses a court case against the city’s most powerful drug dealer. In disgrace, the detective is relocated to the tiny Australian beach town of Barton.

It is off season in Barton—when its few criminals usually take a well-earned rest. But not this year! With the detective’s arrival, the town suddenly becomes murder central. Two bodies are discovered in the space of days, both victims of drug overdoses. Then a mysterious foot is found washed up on the beach, and memories are awoken of an unsolved cold case of the teenager who disappeared fifteen years ago. Add to this a blossoming romance, along with a contract taken out on Ryan’s life, and it’s clear that the detective has jumped out of the Sydney frying pan into the Barton fire.
What follows is an action-packed adventure, thrilling at every turn—where truth and lies are almost impossible to separate, and unexpected twists are the order of the day.

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The Silent Witness: The Unsolved Murder of Mary Rogers (Shadows of the Past Book 2) by Eliza Hawthorne

The Silent Witness: The Unsolved Murder of Mary Rogers (Shadows of the Past Book 2) by Eliza Hawthorne

Travel back to 1841, a time when New York City is growing rapidly, and society is caught between ambition and chaos. The shocking murder of Mary Rogers, a beautiful and well-known young woman, captures the city’s attention, becoming a sensation in the press and inspiring stories, including one by Edgar Allan Poe. The Silent Witness dives into the mystery of who could have silenced Mary, exploring the suspects, failed investigations, and the gripping atmosphere of the era. What secrets did Mary hold, and how did they lead to her tragic fate? This true crime tale delivers an unflinching look at a case that challenges even the most seasoned detectives and history buffs.

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Poker Chips and Poison by Rodney Strong

Poker Chips and Poison by Rodney Strong

Alice has a particular set of skills. Catching murderers is one of them.

97-year-old Alice Atkinson should be comfortably living out her days at the Silvermoon Retirement Village, winning money off her friends at card games. But a lifetime of living in the grey area between right and wrong finds her restless. Then during the annual poker tournament her friend drops dead.

No one thinks anything of it, after all death isn’t unheard of at a retirement village. But Alice is convinced there’s more to it. Dusting off her old skills, she enlists the help of Vanessa a young staff member, to be somewhat reluctant sidekick. Alice is determined to find out the truth of why her friend died and who did it.

She’s faced con artists, thieves, and murderers. But that was nothing compared to what she’s up against now.

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Christmas Beyond the Veil by J.Traveler Pelton

Christmas Beyond the Veil by J.Traveler Pelton

Have you ever thought there was something going on in life you couldn’t quite put your head around, just beyond your sight? Do you like mysteries? Are you ready for a cozy mystery with a happy ending Christmas story? Christmas Beyond the Veil whirls you through unexpected romances, social work and courts, children in trouble, behind the scenes look at another dimension, and the most surprising ending you will read this season. Settle in for a treat; reward yourself after all that Christmas prep with a book that will take you away, this world and the next.

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Scorched: Burn Me Once…

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After his over-zealous efforts to find his missing Search & Rescue partner fail, Air Force veteran Tyler Zahn is on the outs with Chaffee County law enforcement. When valuable oil paintings are stolen during a heist on a high-altitude pass in the Colorado Rockies, Zahn is ordered to steer clear of the investigation.
But when Laura Coker Long–the artist he’s trying to date–has her most famous work stolen too, Zahn can’t help but get involved. Trapped by a wildfire in a mountain retreat with a group of art patrons, Laura and her family, and an FBI agent, Zahn’s search for the thief is hindered by more heinous crimes.
Zahn can’t afford to screw up again. But he has no choice. If he doesn’t step forward and lead, people may die.

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Gemini Rising (Mischievous Malamute Mystery Series Book 1) by Harley Christensen

Gemini Rising (Mischievous Malamute Mystery Series Book 1) by Harley Christensen

There’s a body in your alley…

Arianna Jackson—AJ to her friends—and her occasionally well-behaved Alaskan Malamute, Nicoh, live a normal, uneventful, admittedly mundane existence, where nothing out of the ordinary ever happens. Until it does. Early one morning, AJ stumbles upon a horrifying scene—a girl’s body lies broken in the dumpster behind her home, her face beaten and mutilated.

A secret reveals you’re living a lie…

As if that weren’t enough to upset the balance of normal, things go from bad to worse when she learns of her connection to the murdered girl. Suddenly, AJ realizes her entire life has been filled with secrets and lies.

A killer hunts for you…

Together with her trusty sidekick, Nicoh, and BFF, Leah, AJ must search for answers. But can she, when finding the truth proves to be more deadly than living the lie?

Would you search for the truth if you knew it could kill you?

Join AJ and her pals as they race to unravel the mystery of her past, where the pieces of the puzzle bring more questions than answers and the only certainty is the killer’s end game—AJ’s life.

Find your truth…

Grab your copy of Gemini Rising TODAY and join others who’ve enjoyed this suspense-filled page-turner that keeps you guessing to the end…and beyond.

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Redemption Lake by Susan Clayton-Goldner

Redemption Lake by Susan Clayton-Goldner

Tucson, Arizona 1989 – Eighteen-year-old Matt Garrison is harboring two terrible secrets: his involvement in the drowning death of his 12-year-old cousin, and a night of drunken sex with his best friend’s mother, Crystal, whom he finds dead the following morning. Guilt forces Matt to act on impulse and hide his involvement with Crystal.

Detective Winston Radhauser knows Matt is hiding something. But as the investigation progresses, Radhauser’s attention is focused on Matt’s father. Matt’s world closes in when his dad is arrested for Crystal’s murder and Travis breaks off their friendship. Despite his father’s guilty plea, Matt knows his dad is innocent and only trying to protect his son. Devastated and bent on self-destruction, Matt heads for the lake where his cousin died—the only place he believes can truly free him. Are some secrets better left buried?

Redemption Lake is a novel of love and betrayal. It’s about truth and lies, friendship and redemption, about assuming responsibility, and the risks a father and son will take to protect each other. It was a finalist for the RONE award for best mystery.

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Murders in the Lonely Graveyard: Who’s Next? by Elizabeth Upton Novelist

Murders in the Lonely Graveyard: Who’s Next? by Elizabeth Upton Novelist

Award-winning novelist Elizabeth Upton, renowned for her captivating romantic thrillers, including “The Shaman and The Mafia” and the John Callahan Series, is back with a new offering titled “Murder in the Lonely Graveyard: Who’s Next.”

What do a nun, her beautiful grandniece, lost rosary beads, and a handsome prosecutor have in common? Murder perhaps?

Set against the backdrop of San Francisco, this mystery satire offers a fresh take on the cozy romantic mystery genre. It illustrates how romance can blossom amidst the intrigue and murder of a lonely old San Francisco graveyard.

(New Release and Kindle on sale for $2.99 through December 2024.)

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Royally Snuffed by P. C. James and Kathryn Mykel

Royally Snuffed by P. C. James and Kathryn Mykel

A Duchess, her trusted butler, and a nose-it-all furry sidekick.
What thorny secrets lie hidden beneath the blossoms?

London, 1959. Lady Mary, Duchess of Snodsbury, has invited guests to her Snodsbury estate for a charming party, featuring a tour of her newly rejuvenated rose gardens. The peaceful event quickly spirals into a vine of tangled mysteries and deadly secrets.

Can Lady Mary keep her party blooming, or will a hidden threat uproot everything?

Royally Snuffed is the thrilling conclusion to this trilogy of cozy mysteries with a historical nod. If you like a team of crafty sleuths and a clever animal sidekick, then you’ll love P.C. James and Kathryn Mykel’s Duchess of Snodsbury Series.

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Murder at the Chocolatier by Dani Simms

Murder at the Chocolatier by Dani Simms

The life of innkeeper and vineyard owner, Avery Parker, is suddenly interrupted as she discovers two of her dear friends are suspected in the small-town chocolatier’s sudden death. Partnered up with her devoted golden retriever, Sprinkles, Avery dons her amateur detective hat and uses her keen observation to solve the case by uncovering truths about the most unexpected suspects. As time runs out, she must not only clear her friends’ names but also avoid a killer who just may attack her next. First day of the Kindle Countdown Deal starts 11/15/24. Grab your copy today!

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The Vanishing Heiress: The Unsolved Disappearance of Dorothy Arnold (Shadows of the Past Book 1) by Eliza Hawthorne

The Vanishing Heiress: The Unsolved Disappearance of Dorothy Arnold (Shadows of the Past Book 1) by Eliza Hawthorne

Step into 1910 New York City, where high society is stunned by the sudden disappearance of Dorothy Arnold, a young heiress who vanishes in broad daylight without a clue left behind. The Vanishing Heiress invites you into the life of a woman overshadowed by secrets and a family determined to maintain their status, no matter the cost. Follow the intense investigation, marked by dead-end leads and relentless media speculation, as theories multiply—from tragic accidents to sinister foul play. This immersive account dissects a century-old mystery that still captivates historians and true crime enthusiasts alike. Experience the tension and unanswered questions that have kept this case alive for generations.

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Murder Creek by Jeff Kerr

Murder Creek by Jeff Kerr

When secrets are buried, bodies are next.
Texas stalwart author Jeff Kerr delivers the hardest-hitting Adam Cash story yet, a barn burner of a crime thriller that fans of Craig Johnson and C.J. Box won’t want to miss.
When a man from Dieter Bergheim’s past shows up at an assisted living facility demanding retribution for a decades-old betrayal, Dieter refuses to make amends. Days later, a break-in at his brother Emil’s ranch leaves one man dead and a hidden stash of cash exposed. Noble County sheriff’s deputy Adam Cash, a veteran of two tours in Afghanistan and a former high school football hero, is pulled headfirst into the investigation, grappling with smalltown loyalties and his own haunting memories of war as he uncovers a dark and tangled web of secrets as big and bold as the Lone Star state itself.
Cash discovers $1.4 million missing, a mysterious hole in a workshop floor, a murder weapon, and a list of suspects as long as a Texas highway. As the bodies pile up and the clues grow more perplexing, Cash must untangle a trail that leads him to confront his most dangerous foes yet and face his darkest fears. But when the killer sets their sights on Cash and breaks into his home to kill him, Cash has to wonder if he’s the hunter or the hunted.
In this gripping third installment of the Adam Cash series, Austin author Jeff Kerr once again grabs the reins with another heart-pounding Texas mystery filled with twists, turns, and a deep sense of place. Drawing on the rugged landscape, genuine characters, and indomitable spirit only found in the West, Kerr crafts the most personal, authentic, and gripping Adam Cash crime thriller yet.

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Her Millions Are Worthless

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Jane is a beautiful, young, intelligent, and wealthy woman searching for true love. By luck, she meets Bill, a poor but proud young man glued to his cell phone for hours every day.

Despite her initial doubts, Jane falls in love with Bill, and soon they can’t wait until they text each other daily. Bill and Jane also discuss cybersecurity, VPN, and artificial intelligence (AI) issues. As Bill begins to suspect that Jane’s millions are dirty, the young couple is caught in a web of curious questions, evasive answers, and financial secrets. Will their love be strong enough to survive this unexpected challenge?

Explore the complex world of modern romance, financial secrets, and technology. Are you ready for a romantic story with a mystery?

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Written in Stone by Diane Bator

Written in Stone by Diane Bator

“What happens at Grandma’s house, stays at Grandma’s house.”
The problem is A. J. (Alison Jane) Cadell can’t remember Grandma or her house.

Dreaming of becoming a best-selling romance novelist, Alison is invited to Cedar Grove, British Columbia to be a Writer-in-Residence and reside at Thistlewood Manor for a month. When a resident of the manor is found dead, Alison is drawn into a mystery involving a grandmother she doesn’t remember, a father she thought was long dead, and a handsome firefighter who could be the link to solving the mystery.

Will someone be after her next?

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