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The Montclair family built a Hollywood empire over four generations. Now they're learning what happens when that empire demands everything—and everyone breaks. Isabella Montclair-Winters is eleven years old and already exhausted by the weight of family expectations. Everyone assumes she'll follow in the footsteps of her legendary grandmother Victoria, one of Hollywood's most celebrated directors, but Isabella isn't sure she wants to spend her life making films just because it's what Montclairs do. Her mother Kate gave up the opportunity of a lifetime, showrunning a prestigious New York ...

Ivy Harlow came to Cedar Bluff seeking peace after the tragic loss of her son Adam. But when her true crime podcast helps solve a missing person case, she becomes reluctantly known as the woman who finds answers when the professionals give up. Now, human remains discovered at a local construction site are about to pull her into the darkest corners of this quiet Oklahoma town. The body is identified as Sarah Mitchell, an elementary school teacher who disappeared eight years ago. While everyone believed Sarah had simply left town for a fresh start, Ivy's investigation reveals a different ...

In the charming New England town of Millbrook, Nora Blackwell has found her dream life running Second Acts Vintage, a carefully curated shop filled with stories waiting to be rediscovered. When the historic Ashford estate opens for liquidation, Nora discovers more than just exquisite 1940s clothing—she uncovers a decades-old mystery sewn into the lining of a navy-blue coat. The coat once belonged to Catherine Ashford, who died young in the 1940s, leaving behind a sister who could never let go. When Nora's beloved black Labrador, Gatsby, fixates on the garment with unusual intensity, she ...

Gwen Harper never planned on becoming a stand-up comedian at fifty-three. She planned on growing old with her husband, watching her kids find their way, and living quietly in their small Kansas town. But Tom is gone, and the one promise she made him—to finally chase the dream she'd always talked about—is the thing keeping her moving forward. So Gwen drives two hours to open mic nights at questionable venues, clutches a notebook full of uncertain jokes, and tells herself the nerves mean she cares. It's a strange kind of life for a widow with a grown daughter living over her garage, a ...

Della's tranquil evening at a dinner party spirals into a chilling mystery when a corpse is discovered in the depths of a notorious cave, catapulting her into a dark investigation that rattles the serene Ozark Mountains. A decade-old secret, hidden amidst the stalactites, beckons Della into a world where the echoes of illegal activities still linger. As she defies the pleading Sheriff Metcalf, who harbors his own secret — a burgeoning, protective affection for her — Della wrestles with the whispers of the past, a convict's tales, a lover's sorrow, and a sister's grief. This cavern isn't...

A murdered guest at her first catering event? Definitely not good for DeeDee’s fledgling business. So much for post-divorce new beginnings. When Lisa, a well-known Seattle art gallery owner, is murdered at the event, shock waves ripple through the local Seattle art community. The following day, newspaper reports indicate the cause of death might have been poison in the food DeeDee served. She has to find the killer to save her business and her new life.

When Jane's husband left her and their children for greener pastures, she had no choice but to take as many housecleaning jobs as she could get to support them. Little did she know that during one of those jobs she would discover that a valuable ring her client owned had been stolen. Even more unexpected is when her client asks her to investigate the theft and find out who stole the ring. Jane soon discovers she has a knack for solving crimes as well as locating a treasure that has been missing for over a hundred years. When she looked at a long-lost map that a treasure seeker had ...

There's something about Kelly and murder. From the small town of Cedar Bay, Oregon to Italy, Cuba, and points in between, no matter where she is, Kelly can't help but be involved in solving murder mysteries. She has some help from Sheriff Mike, her dogs, and a Cuban cat. If you like food, mouth-watering recipes, and fast-paced page-turners, don't miss this boxed set of nine standalone cozy mysteries by a USA Today Bestselling Author and Amazon All-Star.

In the quiet town of Clover, Missouri, some secrets are worth killing for. When beloved mailman Art Henley is found murdered in his own home, antique shop owner and amateur sleuth Della Fox is drawn into another deadly mystery. Art's house has been ransacked and his personal letters scattered like confetti, but what was the killer desperately searching for? The answer lies hidden in Art's basement: two unopened letters from Lydia Bland, the young woman who vanished from Clover decades ago. One letter is addressed to her family, the other to Tommy Denton, and both reveal shocking secrets ...

Husband died. Children left the nest. What now? Murder and romance?When Liz bought the spa, she didn’t know she’d become an amateur sleuth. Some people are naturally good at solving murders. She’s one of them.Join Liz, Roger, her four-legged friends, Winston and Brandy Boy, as well as the quirky characters she meets as she searches for murderers from Red Cedar, California to Texas. Along the way you’ll encounter plenty of dogs, food, and some mouth-watering recipes. Each book in the series is a stand-alone.Enjoy this boxed set of standalone books for a USA Today Bestselling Author ...

When Apple Days turns deadly, vintage store owner Della Fox must peel back layers of secrets to catch a killer before the harvest claims another victim. Della Fox is finally enjoying a peaceful autumn in Clover, Missouri. Business at her vintage store is thriving, her relationship with Bryce is flourishing, and she's even found time to relax—until Apple Days at the Broomfield Orchard shatters the small town's seasonal serenity. When renowned orchard owner Claudine Broomfield is found murdered behind the barn during the festival's opening day, the entire community is left reeling. The ...

Jane Barrow thought she was just cleaning houses and raising her kids in small-town Alma, Kansas. But when a routine job at the Whitcomb family reunion takes a deadly turn, she finds herself caught in a web of lies that stretches back decades. When Vanessa Whitcomb takes a mysterious tumble down the stairs, the police are quick to call it an accident. But Jane discovers a hidden notebook filled with cryptic observations about the family's darkest secrets—and she's convinced someone pushed Ness to keep her quiet. As Jane digs deeper into the Whitcombs' tangled history, she realizes that ...

Amidst the tranquil beauty of the mountains, Linc and Brigid had envisioned a romantic escape, a momentary breather from the hustle and bustle of life. Yet, the idyllic setting of their rented cabin turns into a chilling crime scene when they stumble upon a woman's lifeless body in Cabin 3. The little town of Pine Hill holds secrets, secrets that weigh heavy in the air. Whispered tales of missing individuals, speculations about the Pine Hill Mine polluting the environment, and a community turning a blind eye for the sake of jobs and their town's survival intertwine, making the situation ...

Things aren’t always what they seem. Like, what could possibly go wrong on a vacation in the Cayman Islands – a Caribbean haven with beautiful women, plenty of rum, mouth-watering seafood, duty free shopping, and some of the best scuba diving and snorkeling in the world? Well, murder for one.

When a podcaster searching for answers in her son's death stumbles upon a missing girl's case, she discovers that some truths refuse to stay buried. Ivy Harlow thought moving to the quiet town of Cedar Bluff, Oklahoma would give her a fresh start—a chance to escape the whispers and pitying looks that followed her after her son Adam's fatal car accident. But the grief she carries and the nagging suspicion that Adam's death wasn't the simple accident everyone claimed it to be refuse to let her rest. When nineteen-year-old Rachel Covington goes missing, Ivy finds herself reluctantly drawn ...

Shattered by her husband’s tragic death, Della Fox is ensnared in a web of mystery and suspicion when a competitor is found dead, with all clues ominously pointing her way. Entwined in a murder investigation and fighting to clear her name, Della discovers an unexpected aptitude for sleuthing that even the handsome new sheriff can’t ignore. As the layers of the crime unravel, so does Della's grief, replaced by an urge for justice, companionship, and adventure. Guided by a lovable St. Bernard, Moose, and buoyed by a burgeoning book club, Della uncovers more than just a murderer—she ...

Jane Barrow thought she’d seen the worst life could throw at her—until a routine cleaning job lands her at the center of a grisly murder scene. Hired to prep a secluded vacation rental, Jane is shocked to uncover a suspicious bloodstain hidden beneath a rug. Her instincts kick in, and with the help of her State Trooper friend Mike, the truth comes to light: someone has been killed, and the crime scene was nearly swept under the rug, literally. As law enforcement begins to dig deeper, Jane finds herself entangled in a mystery involving shady real estate deals, secret partnerships, and a ...

In the sun-drenched vineyards of Napa Valley, the Hudson family has built a wine empire over three generations. But when patriarch James Hudson announces a shocking competition among his three children—Michael, Samantha, and Daniel—to determine who will inherit control of Hudson Estate, decades of sibling rivalry threaten to tear the family apart. Each heir must create a signature wine that represents their vision for the estate's future: Michael champions tradition and excellence, Samantha brings global market savvy, while Daniel pushes innovative winemaking boundaries. But as the ...

Jane Barrow thought cleaning the old Wheeler house would be just another job—until contractor Brent discovers a metal box hidden in the wall containing decades-old Polaroid photographs of children. Each haunting image shows a different child posed against the same rose-patterned wallpaper, their names faded and crossed out in mysterious handwriting. When Jane begins investigating the photos, she uncovers the tragic story of Pearl Wheeler, a reclusive woman whose life was shattered by accusations decades ago. But as Jane digs deeper into Alma's buried secrets, strange things start ...

In a sleepy Kansas town, Jane Barrow's cleaning business, Clean Sweep Cleaning Services, is her lifeline. But when Jane finds renowned archaeology professor Dr. Greg Ewing murdered in his own home, her life takes a dangerous turn. Initially hired to clean Dr. Ewing’s house, Jane soon becomes embroiled in the investigation, leading her to uncover hidden secrets and family dramas. As Jane navigates the complexities of the case, she discovers a hidden camera revealing that Dr. Ewing’s had inadvertently videoed his own murder. But unraveling the truth puts Jane in the crosshairs of both the...