Women Detectives

This delightful tale of a quirky American actress in Paris and her adorable 4 /12-year-old niece, who fancies herself a detective, melds comedy with chaos as the two entangle their ex-pat friends in the latest Sarah Bernhardt backstage murder. A stalker has his sights on the two, enticing the child with a red slicker that morphs her into a grim Red Riding Hood. The novel is etched in the vibrant colors of Paris streets and neighborhoods. From the Skeleton Museum to the zoo and carousel of extinct animals in the Jardin des Plantes, young Miranda and her aunt take readers on a thrilling romp ...

'A jigsaw puzzle that had its threads more tightly woven than a spider’s web.' - Amazon reviewer When former Naval Commodore Roderick Macallan dies in tragic circumstances, his multi-million pound Scottish country estate is destined to pass to his next of kin. Only trouble is, his next of kin are his twin daughters, the beautiful social media stars Pixie and Posy, and each is claiming that they are the elder. Tasked with sorting out the unholy mess are barrister turned private-eye Maggie Bainbridge and her faithful ex-army assistant Jimmy Stewart. A MISCARRIAGE OF JUSTICE Meanwhile DI ...

A light, cozy mystery series in a quaint Bavarian Christmas town with a fun loving, amateur female sleuth, her adorable rescue cocker spaniel, and enough garden gnomes to fill a museum. Book 1 - Deck the Santa Chloe Carson is excited for her long-awaited family reunion. But as they gather in a snow-clad village to plan their aging mother’s dream of opening a restaurant, the old lady’s habit of spreading garden gnomes around town leads to a panicked pilgrimage. And the mayhem continues when their visit to the nutcracker museum reveals Kris Kringle has come to an unmerry demise. With a ...

There’s a bad egg in town…can Lily and her friends find out who’s trying to ruin Easter? Lily is a new baker at Paws-N-Pastries, and she has her eye on Jellybean, the newest cat to be welcomed to the refuge there. Like Jellybean, Lily doesn’t have a family to love, and she really wants a companion. While she’s thinking about bringing the kitty home with her, Lily decides to take part in some local events to learn more about the people in town and who they are. She volunteers to work at the local Easter Egg Hunt at the high school and gets to know Evan Rogers, a single dad with ...

Bubble, bubble, toil, and murder... When a woman is found dead near her village in Norfolk, the verdict is suicide. Not everyone agrees. Detective James Simpson is ordered to investigate and he brings Agatha Aston, Betty Simpson and Talleyrand the hound, with him. They stumble across a tale of murder that stretches back two centuries. Part occult story, part murder mystery - this creepy tale is steeped in witchcraft and strange rural festivals where everything is not as it seems. The second Agatha Aston murder mystery is full of laughs, twists and things that go bump in the night. Golden ...

Now that Madison Reynolds has agreed to be part of a reality-television home remodeling show, she barely recognizes her own life. The show is an instant success, bringing cameras and reporters right to her doorstep, eager to chronicle her every move in the small Texas town. With In a Pinch Temporary Services hovering on the thin line between prosperity and extinction, Madison takes on another quirky case, this one concerning a property dispute. Complications turn a simple mission into all-out danger, and once again Madison finds herself embroiled in an intriguing mystery.

Lucy, stunning lead singer of a local band, is found dead on a beach. Everyone assumes it’s suicide or accidental death. However, band member Tony thinks his sister Olivia might be involved. Not only was she insanely jealous of Lucy, but her husband Barry died in suspicious circumstances too. Detective Sergeant Kerry Lawlor isn’t convinced its suicide either. The more she looks into the case, the more ‘accidental’ deaths she discovers. As she digs deeper, she finds motive and intrigue at every turn. Following in Lucy’s footsteps is drop-dead gorgeous Roxie. Will Olivia’s ...

Detective Sergeant Ashley McCoy is about to face her most challenging case yet, when her own brother is accused of the callous murder of a young woman. Though desperate to prove his innocence, Ashley is prevented from investigating the case. Instead, she is sent to solve a strikingly similar murder. As she struggles with the immense pressures of work, her own personal life starts to implode when her partner abandons her. Just as things can’t seem to get any worse, a past case comes back to haunt her. Sometimes it takes the pain of the past to uncover the mysteries of the present…

Cases collide for two star-crossed ladies of law enforcement! Customs Special Agent Dana Rossi was forced to start her life anew after a bad breakup with her former girlfriend and the loss of a job that she loved. These days, she spends life on the road, moving from one case to another until one day when runs run right into the path of Sheriff Mel Crane. The feisty, sexy butch cop is as determined to uncover a counterfeiting ring in her county as Agent Rossi becomes to stop a stalker obsessed with Mel and hot for her company. Dana is under the added pressure of conducting an undercover ...

A Murderous Enemy Makes an Evil Bargain When an aspiring actress meets a violent end after attending a party at the exclusive Bliss Cove Resort, her death sparks a desperate manhunt for an evil predator who will stop at nothing to hide his deadly past. As reporter Veronica Lee investigates the link between the homicide victim and a prominent billionaire, a woman on the run exposes the ugly truth behind his powerful circle of friends, becoming the heartless killer’s next target. And when a bitter adversary from Veronica’s past enlists the help of an unlikely accomplice, Veronica must ...

Marriage? It can be absolute murder. The royal wedding looms and Felicity can think of little else … until a member of her dream team is arrested for attempted murder. Doris, a long-time friend and superstar florist, stands accused of attempting to kill half a dozen brides, their bouquets poisoned with an unknown toxin. Ordered not to interfere by the hateful Chief Inspector Quinn, Felicity is determined to find the real person behind the bizarre crimes and clear her friend’s name – Doris must be innocent, right? But Felicity is not exactly known for her sleuthing skills. If anything,...

#1 Bestseller in Kindle Store for Women Sleuths!When a young Native American woman is murdered, a shock wave rips through the peaceful town of Garnerville, Oregon. Police Chief Sidney Becker, a highly skilled detective, won’t rest until the killer is in custody. She learns from tribal members that the victim had been releasing animals trapped by poachers. A poacher who caught her destroying his traps threatened to skin her alive. Sidney believes nine-year-old Tegan knows the killer’s identity. Blinded by lightning when he was six, Tegan has a heightened sense of smell and hearing. He ...

A Magician conference serves as the perfect cover for members of a secret magician society in this case steeped in illusion and sleight of hand. When Rockford Security is hired to play bodyguard to high-profile magician Xavier Ballentine’s props and secrets, Blake sees it as an easy job for the youngest Rockford sibling, Garrett, to get some experience in the field. But a series of mysterious thefts and prop malfunctions prove there may be more to this job that he first thought. Soon Garrett finds himself thrust into a world of underground intrigue and illusion where things can change in ...

When the Swan Of The Sea's housekeeping manager is found dead near a shipping container, the crew is rocked—and not just by the waves. The ship’s security chief, Steve Johnson, is benched due to a long (and loud) history of arguments with the victim, Luisa Diaz. So temporary Captain Ethan Lee turns to the one person who always manages to find trouble—and solve it: Addi. The deeper Addi digs, the murkier things get. From a secret burglary ring to a scammed gambler with a grudge, Luisa had plenty of enemies—and plenty of secrets. Why was Luisa snooping around passengers’ rooms ...

Meet Laci Jollett, a seasoned detective frustrated by the lack of a qualified partner. When her supervisor assigns her to K9 Suii—short for Suicide—Laci finds herself navigating an unfamiliar set of rules and a partnership unlike any she’s known. Determined to get back to working with a human partner, she’s in for a surprise. As Laci digs deeper into Suii’s mysterious past, she uncovers secrets that transform their relationship. In the process, Suii teaches Laci the true meaning of loyalty, forging a bond she never expected. This heartwarming story of friendship and trust will ...

In the gripping finale of the series, Molly finds herself at a crossroads after the arrest of her closest companion. Haunted by flashbacks and struggling to reconcile her past with her present, Molly embarks on a journey of self-discovery. As she pieces together the fragments of her memories, she is faced with a crucial decision: continue down the path she's on or reclaim the love and connections she once cherished. Alongside Molly, the detectives race against time to unravel the truth and secure justice for her. With tension mounting and stakes higher than ever, "The Finale" promises an ...

London, July 1889. Eight months have passed since the horrific murder of Mary Jane Kelly. The residents of Whitechapel have begun breathing easy again - daring to leave windows open and walk about at twilight. But when old Alice McKenzie is found dead, throat slashed from ear to ear, the whispers begin once more: Jack the Ripper is back. Constance Piper, a flower seller with a psychic gift, was a friend to both women. With the supernatural help of her late mentor and her more grounded ally, police detective Thaddeus Hawkins, she uncovers links between the murders and a Fenian gang.

It’s beginning to look a lot like arson this Christmas season… The Cat Café is buzzing with excitement this holiday season as they prepare for the Holiday Fur Ball & Silent Auction. As Tinsley and her crew put the finishing touches on the treats and decorations, she can’t help but daydream about the new animal shelter she hopes to build with the money from the auction. The excitement soon fizzles, however, when a fire breaks out at the café with the fur babies inside. Thankfully, they’re rescued by firefighters and all safe and sound. But everyone at the Cat Café is shocked when ...

Welcome to The Berry Home: where the food is to-die-for! Life is sweet for Kylie Berry: rebranding Sarah’s Eatery into her very own The Berry Home, tackling new recipes one step at a time, juggling two gorgeous suitors, and surviving near-death experiences by the skin of her teeth! "Winters will have you giggling into your book!" When another murder mystery lands smack dab on Kylie’s doorstep—in the most literal way—she swears off her sleuthing in favor of safer pursuits. But then her gorgeous suitor Brad comes calling with a highly unusual request: “I need you to investigate ...

Deliver Us From Evil...and the 6 O'Clock News - Book 1 in the Brentwood Women Mystery Series Hildegard "Hildy" Brentwood, a 50-year-old University PR executive at Gulf State University, is faced with her toughest assignment--discover who killed her faculty friend Adrienne and student assistant, Bobby, before the university and the police shut down the investigation labeling Adrienne guilty of murder/suicide. She enlists the help of her CEO mother Victoria and her investigative journalist daughter Grace to comb through the possible suspects--Adrienne's misogynistic department chairman, her ...