Murder At The Borrowed Book

By: Ricky Fitzpatrick

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

In the quiet Southern town of Magnolia Bluff, stories are treasured…but some secrets were never meant to be read.

When bestselling author Azalea Sinclair returns home for a celebratory book signing at The Borrowed Book, the town’s beloved independent bookstore, it should be a night of nostalgia, laughter, and familiar faces. Instead, the storm of a lifetime rolls in, the power goes out, and a group of friends, neighbors, and longtime supporters find themselves trapped inside the shop together.

But not everyone will make it out alive.

As candlelight flickers and tensions rise, Magnolia Bluff’s most formidable women—the sharp-witted, fiercely loyal members of the Last Supper Club—begin piecing together what the storm has revealed. With phones dead, doors locked, and the truth hiding in plain sight, the line between comfort and danger grows dangerously thin.

Every guest has a past.
Every kindness has a shadow.
And every detail matters.

Blending classic whodunit storytelling with the warmth, humor, and emotional depth Magnolia Bluff readers have already come to love, Murder At The Borrowed Book is a meticulously crafted cozy mystery that asks a chilling question:

What happens when the mystery isn’t fiction?

Perfect for fans of:

• Cozy mysteries with strong female characters

• Small-town Southern fiction

• Bookstore mysteries

• Locked-room whodunits

• Emotional, character-driven suspense

If you love mysteries filled with heart, sharp dialogue, unforgettable characters, and a solution that feels both surprising and inevitable, then you're going to love coming back to Magnolia Bluff.

The truth is waiting on the shelves.

About the Author

Ricky Fitzpatrick is a rising voice in Southern Fiction and the creator of the beloved Magnolia Bluff Mystery Series. Known for blending warmth, wit, and emotional depth with classic mystery storytelling, his books celebrate small-town life, enduring friendships, and the secrets that linger just beneath the surface.

Ricky’s stories are rooted in the rhythms of the South—front porches, church suppers, independent bookstores, and fiercely loyal women who refuse to be underestimated. His work has earned a devoted readership drawn to its authentic Southern voice, character-driven suspense, and heart-forward humor.

When he’s not writing, Ricky can be found immersed in music, woodworking, and the culture of rural North Georgia, where he lives with his family and gathers inspiration for Magnolia Bluff and beyond.

To explore all Magnolia Bluff titles, discover new releases, and join the community, visit him at www.rickyfitzpatrick.com.