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In the glittering world of Hollywood, the Montclair family reigns as entertainment royalty. James and Victoria Reed-Montclair have built an empire through Montclair Pictures, crafting films that balance artistic integrity with commercial success. Their three children—Alexander, Kate, and Noah—have each carved their own paths in the industry while carrying the weight of their illustrious family name. But beneath the red carpet glamour and carefully orchestrated public appearances, the Montclairs face their greatest challenge yet. The company that built their legacy is hemorrhaging money,...

There's something in the air conditioning...and yes, it’s addictive. Maria obeyed the mantra her mother had instilled in her, “Find a Rich Man.” Too bad her fear of getting old and losing her beauty caused her scientist husband to give her the anti-aging drug he’d invented. Too bad he was fired by the prestigious laboratory where he worked and lost his chance to win the Nobel Prize. But a true inventor is compelled to invent, and so Jeffrey did. And he was very successful at it. Just ask the guests at the Blue Coyote Motel where the owners, Jeffrey and Maria, struggled to build a ...

What could go wrong at a world class fishing lodge in the charming town of San Martin de Los Andes, Argentina, home of gauchos, leather, and chocolate? When Ray Martin, the wealthy owner of Moving Graphics, is murdered on a corporate fly fishing trip arranged by Jack Trout, Jack's wife, Carola, knows that if she doesn't solve the murder it could be the end of Jack's successful fishing business. She and Ray's wife, Lisa, along with some help from Cayo the cat, begin their search for the murderer. Was it Mitch Graham, who made no pretense of the fact he was ready to take over the presidency ...

In the scenic town of Cottonwood Springs, the boundaries of love, morality, and vengeance blur, casting a shadow on what should have been a day of joy and celebration. Brigid, engrossed in the euphoria of her daughter Holly's graduation, is yanked back to reality when news of a gruesome murder spreads. The victim? A thirty-one-year-old school custodian embroiled in a controversial relationship with a high school senior. While their relationship may not have been illegal, it had scandalized the tight-knit community, painting him as a target for scorn, prejudice, and possibly, murder. Teaming...

Cassie Vega, a successful entrepreneur in the organic skincare industry, relocates to the enchanting town of Sedona, Arizona. Drawn by its stunning red rock mesas and the unique blend of Southwest tradition and modern luxury, Cassie purchases an exquisite luxury property that becomes her sanctuary and social hub. As she delves into Sedona's vibrant community, known for its spiritual and holistic practices, Cassie organizes a dinner event to introduce her friends to the renowned Chinese healer, Mingyu Li, who helped her overcome a persistent ailment after she spent time with him in China. ...

What price do you put on a collection that can only be sold on the black market? Was the old desert rat murdered for his? Randy Jones had a secret collection of Native American artifacts he needed to be appraised immediately. But how do you put a price tag on an illegal collection? That’s the dilemma Marty Morgan finds herself in when she meets Randy. It’s a meeting that involves murder – Randy’s. Join Marty, her boyfriend Detective Jeff, her psychic sister, Laura, and her black Labrador, Duke, who wears pink booties on the desert floor, as they search for the killer before he ...

He was a Pulitzer Prize winning publisher. She was a celebrity newscaster. Someone hated one of them enough to commit murder. Kat’s shocked when she’s asked to help solve the murder but it looks like her daughter may be marrying into the decedent’s family. Sometimes you just have to do the right thing. Nice to know there’s a Rottweiler at your back! This is the fifth book in the Midwest Cozy Mystery Series by a two time USA Today Bestselling Author.

Dani lands a dream gig catering for Nashville's music elite at Sienna Rivers' lavish plantation. But the star-studded dinner spirals into chaos when a famed artist meets a deadly fate. Lucky for Dani, her sous-chef doubles as a top-tier private investigator. Amidst the glitz, glamour, and dark secrets, Dani's niece revels in starstruck moments, meeting her musical heroes. Dive into this thrilling culinary mystery penned by a USA Today Best-Selling Author and Amazon All Star.

Amidst the glitz and glamour of a police fundraiser, a shocking tragedy unfolds — a bone-chilling plummet from a hotel rooftop. A man's life is snuffed out, but was it a tragic accident, a desperate suicide, or cold-blooded murder? Minutes after the deadly fall, a tense altercation escalates into an arrest. Gio La Serta, caught in the crosshairs of suspicion due to an earlier disagreement, finds himself shackled, his freedom snatched away. To many, it's an open-and-shut case. But for private investigators Jake and Al, the hurried arrest reeks of foul play. Commissioned by a wealthy ...

In the lush vineyards of Napa, California, Dani's latest catering gig for a political fundraiser promises to be a lucrative opportunity. However, the decadence of the event hides a deadly secret: four previous hosts of fundraisers for the same political candidate met untimely deaths. Teaming up with her sous-chef Arthur, who also helms an international private investigation firm, and his savvy sidekick Matt, the trio traverses the Golden State, seeking answers to the eerie coincidences. But with each clue they uncover, danger seems to be shadowing their every move. Amidst the suspense, Dani...

A review from the first book in the series, Holly and The Framed Friend: “If you grew up reading and loving Nancy Drew books, as I did, you will love this book. It brought me back to the days of childhood when I loved to curl up with Nancy and her friends as they solved mysteries… This is definitely a YA book for tween-agers, but the story is so delightful an adult is likely to find pleasure in reading it and remembering those years in the past when Nancy Drew was their favorite character. Kudos to Dianne Harman for creating this fun remembrance.”Book 1. Holly and The Framed Friend. ...

In the quiet town of Clover, a year-old hit and run accident resurfaces, dragging Della into a whirlwind of mysteries and dark secrets. When the FBI sets its sights on the case involving Della's late husband, Seth, Della's sister, Sophia, arrives in town, determined to unearth the truth. Yet, as they delve deeper, another chilling case intertwines with their investigation. James, a man disliked by everyone, dies in a suspicious car accident, and his stoic wife doesn’t shed a tear. Whispers of eerie sounds from their residence reach Della, leading Sophia to suspect a dark underbelly of ...

A murder. A wedding reception. Not a good start to wedded bliss. Plenty of quirky suspects including the wealthy rancher who's still in love with the best man's wife, the smarmy minister who ran against him for county supervisor in the recent election, the estranged stepmother of his wife, his sister-in-law's drug-addicted ex-husband, and his ex-girlfriend whose family has strong Mafia ties. As always, plenty of recipes, dogs, and good food in this popular cozy mystery series by a two-time USA Today best-selling author.

When Ella and Fiona travel to York, England for a much needed getaway, they never expected to get caught up in a murder investigation. But when the Head of Tourism in York is killed, the vacationers are quickly swept up in a conspiracy involving bribery and a civic scandal. With the help of an old friend who is an investigative journalist, Ella is determined to uncover the truth. She is certain that the man she saw in the bar on the night of the murder is the same hitman who killed her husband in Belize. But will they be able to find the killer before one of them becomes the next victim? ...

A woman's murdered. Her cuckolded husband is the prime suspect. But a jury’s verdict is not guilty. How can that be? It was no secret that Sophia Reilly had lovers, a lot of them, and always had. Her husband, Eric, decided to go to a remote fishing shack to decide what to do about his marriage and while he was gone, she was found murdered in their home. Was he responsible for her murder? Or was it one of the other men in her life? Sheriff Mike and the Beaver County District Attorney are convinced that Eric’s the murderer, but the jury finds him not guilty. Is that the beginning of the ...

Marty's a recently divorced antique and art appraiser who moves from the Midwest to live with her sister in High Desert, California, just outside of Palm Springs. Since their early childhood days, her sister has always possessed unexplained psychic abilities that often enable her to predict future events. An antique appraisal in the home of a recently murdered woman puts Marty at the center of a search for the killer.

Food porn can be addictive, but is it worth murder? When her food photographer is murdered, the police ask Cassie's husband, ex-Mafia man, Al, to help. Al’s ways of solving murder doesn't always follow police procedurals. Murder and Food Porn is cozy mystery that leaves you with a smile on your face! As always, there are plenty of dogs, mouth-watering food, and recipes. This is the eighth book in the popular Northwest Cozy Mystery Series by two-time USA Today best-selling author Dianne Harman.

In the tranquil town of Cottonwood Springs, nothing is as simple as it appears. When a young woman's life is brutally cut short, her husband becomes the prime suspect. But was it truly a crime of passion, or is there more to the story than meets the eye? Delving into a maze of deceit, Brigid and Sheriff Davis unearth a tangled web of betrayals. Amidst the backdrop of illicit affairs, sham marriages, and individuals vanishing without a trace, the true motive for the murder remains elusive. And with every piece of evidence pointing to a more complex plot, suspicions turn to some of the town's...

Finding a dead body on the 5th hole of the golf course when you’re out for an early morning walk is enough to make you never want to play the game again. Particularly when it looks like the murder weapon lying on the ground next to the victim is a 4-iron! When the new police detective in Lindsay, Kansas, asks Kat Denham to help him with the golf club murder case, she readily agrees. Little does she know that when she determines who the murderer is, it will affect her so strongly she’ll decide to quit her career as a private investigator and go back full-time to being Sexy Cissy, the ...

Antiques, polo, and relationships. What do they have in common? Murder! Why was the Palm Springs polo club owner's fiancée, Pia, murdered? Old relationships, Mafia vendettas, and inheritances all play a part in this cozy mystery. Jack, the owner of a world class polo club in Palm Springs hires Marty, an antique appraiser, to evaluate his collection of art pottery and Pia's collection of art glass. When Marty and her husband, Jeff, a Palm Springs police detective, attend a cocktail party at the polo club, they find themselves in the middle of a murder mystery. Join Marty, Jeff, and their ...