Cozy Mystery

Meghan Truman is ecstatic when she discovers she’s won an all-expense paid trip to Paris for a Food and Baking convention. She’s never been to Europe and is looking forward to the sights, smells and people.

Her trip takes a very sour turn when one of the chief conference speakers is reported missing and subsequently found dead in her hotel room. Meghan is shocked when she’s informed she has been identified as a person of interest who the police want to speak to.

With her European trip in danger of turning into her worst nightmare, she must quickly identify who had the most to gain from the victim’s demise and absolve herself of any link to the murder before her hopes of landing a lucrative deal with an interested investor fades into nothing in the city of Love.

Book 6 in the Sandy Bay Cozy Mystery series, which can be read in one to two hours! Perfect for a lunchtime read or on a commute to/from work. If you want to enjoy a quick light-hearted read, with an amateur female sleuth, mouth-watering culinary desserts and a gripping murder mystery, then you'll love Meghan Truman and all the quirky characters in Sandy Bay.

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When Tracy's floral store is commissioned to supply the arrangements for two funerals, she's humbled to be entrusted with the responsibility. She reluctantly puts up with the rude behavior of an old lady who manages the affairs of one of the deceased, a well-known philanthropist in Fern Grove.

When this old lady dies at the funeral, no one suspects foul play. After all, she was old and frail. However, the subsequent murder of another close member of the family, sets alarm bells ringing.

Could both deaths be linked?

Tracy is left bewildered and enraged when handsome detective Copeland suggests that her daisy arrangement was the one piece of evidence found at both murder locations. The stakes are further raised when the fortune of the deceased is revealed. It seems almost everyone associated with the dead aristocrat is a person of interest.

Is there a killer at large disposing of anyone associated with the deceased? Can peace be restored to one of the oldest families in Fern Grove? Will Tracy ask the right questions to expose the murderer or become the killer's next victim?

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A Christmas cozy for fans of the Sandy Bay series.

Meghan takes a walk down memory lane and remembers the fright that was before Christmas when she was an aspiring actress in Hollywood.

She thought she had gotten the role of a lifetime until she discovered the role she got was for something totally different.

Things go from bad to worse when she's identified as a prime suspect for the murder of a key person on set.

Meghan knows there are several women who had plausible reasons to want to do something diabolical to the boss from hell. She's one of those women but she knows she didn't do it.

So if it wasn't her, who was it?

Christmas should be the most wonderful time of the year but Meghan's worst nightmares are unfolding right in front of her eyes.

Will Meghan help to find a killer before it's too late?

Or will she become the killer's next victim in a town where people are itching to move onto the next story?

Find out in this riveting story from Sandy Bay's famous resident.

If you want to enjoy a quick light-hearted read, with an amateur female sleuth, mouth-watering culinary desserts and a gripping murder mystery, then you'll love Meghan Truman and all the quirky characters in Sandy Bay.

No cliffhanger, swearing or graphic scenes!

Treat yourself or a loved one to Twas the Fright Before Christmas to discover how events unfold in this cozy murder mystery

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A scandalous betrayal, a suspicious crash, and a stylist fighting to clear her name.

Summer Snow believes in two things—perfect hair and professional integrity. But when a longtime client ditches her for a stylist at a flashy new rival salon, Summer struggles to keep her cool. Betrayal stings, but it’s nothing compared to the shock of learning that the same client has just died in a suspicious car crash.

The police aren’t buying that it was an accident, and to make matters worse, Summer finds herself high on their suspect list. With her reputation on the line and customers fleeing to the competition, she has no choice but to untangle the twisted mystery herself. But the deeper she digs, the clearer it becomes that someone is always one step ahead—covering tracks, silencing witnesses, and making sure Summer stays in the hot seat.

Between nosy townsfolk, bitter relatives, and dubious witnesses, finding the truth won’t be easy. And with a killer lurking in the shadows, the question isn’t just who did it—but whether Summer will live long enough to prove it. Will she crack the case, or will this be the mystery that finally gets the best of her?

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Business is good but the stress of fulfilling a new corporate order is almost driving Meghan Truman insane. She is therefore excited when handsome detective, Jack Irvin, proposes to take her to the movies. She never expected that a fun, carefree night at the Sandy Bay cinema would end with the tragic death of the movie theater manager.

Who would stand to gain from his demise?

As Meghan delves deeper into this murder investigation, she discovers that stress has a way of bringing out the worst in people. With the clock ticking to find the murderer, will she be prepared when a serendipitous act of kindness puts her squarely in the path of a killer on the loose?

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Helping her aunt grow her floristry business has given a new purpose to Tracy’s life. She’s delighted to be introduced to a young entrepreneur who plans to open the trendiest restaurant in the Pacific Northwest. The addition of her lily arrangement transforms a dull-looking room into a swanky functional space that has everyone responding in awe and admiration.

On the opening night of the restaurant, things take a sour turn when the jovial atmosphere is ruined by a rival restaurateur. Things go from bad to worse when the spouse of this rival is found dead.

Did something the deceased ate at the restaurant cause their death or something else?

The police arrest the young owner of the restaurant and make him their number one suspect. The rumor mill in Fern Grove is buzzing as the cause of the murder is discussed in every nook and corner in town.

Tracy is filled with pity and sadness as she watches this young man transform from a confident and passionate individual to a broken and bitter one.

Tracy knows how it feels to be wrongfully accused. The public court of opinion can be unforgiving in its verdict… even when the facts don’t add up. Can Tracy piece together clues that will reveal the truth and set this person free?

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The final book in the bestselling Sandy Bay series!

Meghan hates goodbyes but she knows she has to say her farewell to some people and situations in her life.

She's left anxious and confused when a know-it-all neighbor is found dead in questionable circumstances.

Was their final farewell natural or calculated?

Meghan doesn't know but she has her hunches.

She's determined to find out even though she knows she'll be putting her life at risk and the most precious person in her life.

Meghan experiences the highest of highs and the lowest of lows in her quest for the truth.

Will she be successful or end up the victim of a ruthless killer who's determined to have the last laugh?

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Lights, Camera... Murder?

When a Hollywood film crew rolls into town, hairstylist extraordinaire Summer Snow is thrilled to be tapped for the hair and beauty department. Glitz, gossip, and perfectly coiffed curls? Yes, please! Even better — her charming fiancé has landed the catering gig. What could possibly go wrong?

Everything.

Their brush with fame takes a deadly turn when a notoriously difficult crew member collapses on set — poisoned after sipping a beverage from Evan’s catering cart. Suddenly, the man Summer loves is in the hot seat, and the spotlight is burning far too bright.

As Summer dives into the who’s-who of jealous actors, overworked assistants, and ambitious producers, she uncovers a tangled script of rivalries, secrets, and grudges bigger than any Hollywood ego. But the killer is still at large — and they're not ready for a wrap party just yet.

Can Summer clear Evan’s name before the final act turns deadly? Or will this be the end of her sleuthing career... and her happily ever after?

Dye Hard with a Vengeance is a fast-paced cozy mystery packed with red herrings, razor-sharp wit, and one hairstylist who refuses to let a killer steal the scene.

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The end of year Sandy Bay festival is an opportunity for the town to display its history, promote local businesses and attract visitors to the best kept secret in the Pacific Northwest. There's just one problem. It's always associated with an increase in crime. This year, a stranger with an unknown identity is found dead during the fireworks display.

Some of the town's residents have had enough of the annual hassle. Others would rather die than see an end to this popular festival. Meghan Truman, a new resident in Sandy Bay with a successful bakery, is torn between either supporting an event that shines a light on all the good things about her adopted hometown or showing allegiance to a dear friend who is leading the cause to ban the festival.

With the town on the brink of a riot, no forthcoming clues to help Detective Jack Irvin in his murder investigation, Meghan must retain the hot passion that has seen her business and relationships prosper thus far while she confronts cold bodies all around.

The clock is ticking...

A murder investigation is growing cold...

Will Meghan provide the spark that unlocks this murder mystery?

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Meghan is ready to celebrate the holiday season in style with the man of her dreams by her side. All that changes when she receives a text message. It's from her mum who discloses that her father is very sick. She needs to get back to Texas... fast.

She has mixed feelings about going home as she's not been for several years. Her trip to Texas is greeted by:
- Two murders
- Characters from her past she'd rather forget
- Family members disappointed in her recent choices

As the very fabric of her family's existence is torn apart by accusations surrounding the murders of close friends, Meghan longs for the peace and tranquility of her adopted hometown of Sandy Bay. She is an emotional wreck and is confronted with betrayals, accusations, disappointments, homesickness, sad revelations, jealous friends, and a murder investigation. Make that two murder investigations!

Some people wish Christmas could be every day. Meghan just wants this Christmas nightmare to end. Will she help to find the killer and restore the essence of this most wonderful time of the year?

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When Tracy is invited to provide her services at a swanky hotel in town, she feels honored and excited at the opportunity. Despite her aunt's reservations about the hotel owners, Tracy forges ahead with plans to make her new clients very happy.

She's left shocked and humiliated when one of the hotel owners goes behind her back to implement the ideas she suggested. She feels helpless and hopeless as the power couple seem too big for her to fight.

In the middle of stewing over this disappointment, she hears that one of the hotel owners has been found dead. While she wished many things on this person, death was not one of them. Her heart goes out to the family of the deceased and she hopes in some little way that she can pay her respects.

However, initial suggestions that this person died from natural causes are debunked when it's revealed that they were murdered... and Tracy is one of the suspects the police have their eyes on!

Tracy is determined to clear her name and find the killer but is surprised when she discovers that the deceased stepped on many toes in town who all had a reason to see her demise.

Will Tracy help to find the killer and restore her reputation in town? Or will she witness more murders at the hands of a diabolical miscreant who isn't afraid to get rid of anyone in their path?

Discover how this mystery is solved in the latest book in the Fern Grove cozy mystery series. If you want to enjoy a light-hearted read, with an amateur female sleuth and a gripping murder mystery with a touch of romance, then you'll love Tracy Adams and all the friendly and not-so-friendly characters in Fern Grove.

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Meghan Truman is honored to be invited to serve her signature tarts at the Governor’s ball. A night of glitz and glamour, in the company of handsome Detective Jack Irvin, is ruined for her when she experiences firsthand, the ungracious attitude of a prominent figure that she once looked up to.

Things take a turn for the worse when this insolent guest is found dead after eating a dish of ice cream. Meghan is sure she had nothing to do with it as her desserts were rejected by the deceased.

Will Megan and Jack be able to navigate this unfamiliar world of wealth and privilege to discover the truth in time to save her business?

Not all sweet things are pleasurable.

The guilty can sometimes be sweet.

Discover how Meghan helps to solve the latest murder mystery in Sandy Bay.

Book 9 in the Bestselling Sandy Bay Cozy Mystery series, which can be read in one to two hours! Perfect for a lunchtime read or on a commute to/from work. If you want to enjoy a quick light-hearted read, with an amateur female sleuth, mouth-watering culinary desserts and a gripping murder mystery with a touch of romance, then you'll love Meghan Truman and all the quirky characters in Sandy Bay.

No cliffhanger, swearing or graphic scenes!

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