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Buried in a Good Book (By the Book Mysteries #1)
By Tamara Berry. 2022
2023 EDGAR AWARD WINNER: LILIAN JACKSON BRAUN MEMORIAL PRIZE"A slapstick comedy of murder." —Library Journal "This first in series is truly…
original, funny, and well written. A real standout." —Mystery Scene Bestselling thriller writer Tess Harrow is almost at the end of her rope when she arrives with her teenage daughter at her grandfather's rustic cabin in the woods. She hopes this will be a time for them to heal and bond after Tess's recent divorce, but they've barely made it through the door when an explosion shakes the cabin. Suddenly it's raining fish guts and…is that a human arm?Tess was hardly convincing Gertie that a summer without Wi-Fi and running water would be an adventure. Now she's thrust into a murder investigation, neighbors are saying they've spotted Bigfoot in the woods near her cabin, and the local sheriff is the spitting image of her character Detective Gabriel Gonzales—something he's less than thrilled about. With so much more than her daughter's summer plans at stake, it's up to Tess to solve this case before anyone else gets hurt.Put your sleuthing hat on—Buried in a Good Book features:A thriller writer who knows way more than anyone should about death and dismembermentHer young daughter who's more intrigued by dead bodies than she probably should beAn isolated cabin in the woods that's probably—definitely—hiding somethingThe tiny mountain town that seems less than troubled by a sudden abundance of murders
The Physicists' Daughter: A Novel
By Mary Anna Evans. 2022
Perfect for fans of The Alice Network and Kate Quinn, The Physicists' Daughter is "a fascinating and intelligent WWII home…
front story." —Rhys Bowen, New York Times bestselling author of The Venice Sketchbook.No one can be trusted. The fate of a country is at stake. And everything depends on the physicists' daughter.New Orleans, 1944.Sabotage. That's the word on factory worker Justine Byrne's mind as she is repeatedly called to weld machine parts that keep failing with no clear cause. Could someone inside the secretive Carbon Division be deliberately undermining the factory's Allied war efforts?Raised by her late parents to think logically, she also can't help wondering just what the oddly shaped carbon gadgets she assembles day after day have to do with the boats the factory builds. When a crane inexplicably crashes to the factory floor, leaving a woman dead, Justine can no longer ignore her nagging fear that German spies are at work within the building, trying to put the factory and its workers out of commission.Unable to trust anyone—not the charming men vying for her attention, not her unpleasant boss, and not even the women who work beside her—Justine draws on the legacy of her unconventional upbringing to keep her division running and protect her coworkers, her country, and herself from a war that is suddenly very close to home.
Run to Ground (Rocky Mountain K9 Unit #1)
By Katie Ruggle. 2016
I lost my mentor, my K9 partner, and damn near my will to live. But when a ruthless killer targets…
a woman on the run, I'll do whatever it takes to save her.Still grieving over too many losses in my life, I've got no room for more distractions. But though my instincts scream to keep my distance from Jules Jackson, I can't seem to stay away. It doesn't help that my new K9 companion has fallen head over paws for Jules's rambunctious family.Or that when I'm with her, I finally feel peace.In the heart of the beautifully rugged Colorado Rockies, Jules offers me a safe place to land, and to heal. With her warmth and compassion, it's no mystery why my K9 can't live without her either. But neither of us were prepared for the dangerous threat lurking so close to home…And this time, there's no escape.What People Are Saying about Katie Ruggle's Rocky Mountain K-9 Unit Series: "Gripping suspense, unique heroines, sexy heroes."—CHRISTINE FEEHAN, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author "I love Ruggle's characters. They're sharply drawn, and vividly alive. I'm happy when they find each other. These are wonderful escapist books."—CHARLAINE HARRIS, #1 New York Times Bestselling author of the Sookie Stackhouse series "Sexy and suspenseful, I couldn't turn the pages fast enough."—JULIE ANN WALKER, New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author, for Hold Your Breath "Chills and thrills and a sexy slow-burning romance from a terrific new voice."—D.D. AYRES, author of the K-9 Rescue Series, for Hold Your Breath
Mad for a Mate (BeWere My Heart #3)
By MaryJanice Davidson. 2022
Beloved and bestselling author MaryJanice Davidson is back with a hilarious and heartfelt shifter romance:A delightful cast of shifters and…
supernatural creaturesSide-splitting hijinks that'll make you snort-laughSlow-burn romanceVerity Lane might be a Shifter who can't shift (known as a "squib")—but woe betide anyone who tries to tell her who she is or what she's capable of. She's a proud member of a club for squibs out to prove themselves by participating in dangerous stunts. Which is probably how she ended up on this strange island…Bear shifter Magnus Berne wants two things: to connect with his motherless goddaughter, and to find out who keeps dumping dead bodies on his property. When he discovers Verity on his island, he's determined to get some answers—but it's clear that whoever has been killing squibs is just as resolved to keep it quiet. And now that Verity is in the crosshairs, they'll have to move quickly to stay ahead, stay alive, and stay together.You won't want to miss the rollicking series readers are raving about!Praise for A Wolf After My Own Heart:"Hilarious, quirky, unique, and fun."—CHRISTINE FEEHAN, #1 New York Times bestselling author"Super cute…sure to keep you flipping pages."—TERRY SPEAR, USA Today bestselling author"A droolworthy hero and high-stakes…a winner!"—PAIGE TYLER, New York Times bestselling author
No Good Tea Goes Unpunished (Seaside Café Mysteries #2)
By Bree Baker. 2019
In the second book of the popular Seaside Café Mysteries, No Good Tea Goes Unpunished, Everly Swan caters a high-profile…
beach wedding where the groom doesn't make it to the altar before the wedding bells ring.Hitting All the sweet-tea spots, this series is:A delightful Tea Shop and Café Culinary MysteryThe ideal cozy beach readPerfect for fans of Laura Childs and Kate CarlisleCatering her childhood friend's beachfront wedding was a dream come true for Sun, Sand and Tea Shop and Café owner Everly Swan—and the hundreds of guests in attendance would be great exposure for her new business. But when the well-to-do groom is found floating facedown in the surf, the coastal vibes of a beach wedding disappear and the locals of Charm, North Carolina turn their suspicions to his new bride. Could she have been so desperate to lay her hands on his fortune that she arranged for his murder before they even set off on their honeymoon?Everly knows her love-struck friend couldn't be behind the murder, but with clues pointing in several directions, she can't decide which wedding guest is the most likely culprit. Meanwhile, the frustratingly handsome Detective Hays has made it clear that Everly should stay out of the investigation altogether. But with a killer on the loose and a feeling that someone is watching her café very closely, Everly knows that if she can't solve this murder soon, her cake might be iced for good. This new addition to Bree Baker's cozy mysteries will keep you coming back for more!INCLUDES DELICIOUS FOOD AND DRINK RECIPES
Glory Be: A Glory Broussard Mystery (Glory Broussard Mysteries)
By Danielle Arceneaux. 2023
The first in a vivid and charming crime series set in the Louisiana bayou, introducing the hilariously uncensored amateur sleuth…
Glory Broussard. Perfect for fans of Richard Osman&’s Thursday Murder Club. *A Washington Post Best Mystery Novel of the Year* It&’s a hot and sticky Sunday in Lafayette, Louisiana, and Glory has settled into her usual after-church routine, meeting gamblers at the local coffee shop, where she works as a small-time bookie. Sitting at her corner table, Glory hears that her best friend—a nun beloved by the community—has been found dead in her apartment. When police declare the mysterious death a suicide, Glory is convinced that there must be more to the story and, with her reluctant daughter, with troubles of her own, in tow, launches a shadow investigation in a town of oil tycoons, church gossips, and a rumored voodoo priestess. As a Black woman of a certain age who grew up in a segregated Louisiana, Glory is used to being minimized and overlooked. But she&’s determined to make her presence known as the case leads her deep into a web of intrigue she never realized Lafayette could harbor. Danielle Arcenaux&’s riveting debut brings for an unforgettable character that will charm and delight crime fans everywhere and leave them hungry for her next adventure.
The New Iberia Blues: A Dave Robicheaux Novel (Dave Robicheaux)
By James Lee Burke. 2019
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER Named one of the best crime novels of 2019 by The New York Times Book Review.…
The shocking death of a young woman leads Detective Dave Robicheaux into the dark corners of Hollywood, the mafia, and the backwoods of Louisiana in this gripping mystery from &“modern master&” (Publishers Weekly) James Lee Burke. Detective Dave Robicheaux&’s world isn&’t filled with too many happy stories, but Desmond Cormier&’s rags-to-riches tale is certainly one of them. Robicheaux first met Cormier on the streets of New Orleans, when the young, undersized boy had foolish dreams of becoming a Hollywood director. Twenty-five years later, when Robicheaux knocks on Cormier&’s door, it isn&’t to congratulate him on his Golden Globe and Academy Award nominations. Robicheaux has discovered the body of a young woman who&’s been crucified, wearing only a small chain on her ankle. She disappeared near Cormier&’s Cyrpemort Point estate, and Robicheaux, along with young deputy, Sean McClain, are looking for answers. Neither Cormier nor his enigmatic actor friend Antoine Butterworth are saying much, but Robicheaux knows better. As always, Clete Purcel and Dave&’s daughter, Alafair, have Robicheaux&’s back. Clete witnesses the escape of Texas inmate, Hugo Tillinger, who may hold the key to Robicheaux&’s case. As they wade further into the investigation, they end up in the crosshairs of the mob, the deranged Chester Wimple, and the dark ghosts Robicheaux has been running from for years. Ultimately, it&’s up to Robicheaux to stop them all, but he&’ll have to summon a light he&’s never seen or felt to save himself, and those he loves. Stephen King hailed New York Times bestselling author James Lee Burke &“as good as he ever was.&” Now, with The New Iberia Blues, Burke proves that he &“remains the heavyweight champ, a great American novelist whose work, taken individually or as a whole, is unsurpassed&” (Michael Connelly).
A Private Cathedral: A Dave Robicheaux Novel (Dave Robicheaux)
By James Lee Burke. 2020
After finding himself caught up in one of Louisiana&’s oldest and bloodiest family rivalries, Detective Dave Robicheaux must battle the…
most terrifying adversary he has ever encountered: a time-traveling superhuman assassin.The Shondell and Balangie families are longtime enemies in the New Iberia criminal underworld and show each other no mercy. Yet their youngest heirs, Johnny Shondell and Isolde Balangie, rock and roll-musician teenagers with magical voices, have fallen in love and run away after Isolde was given as a sex slave to Johnny&’s uncle. As he seeks to uncover why, Detective Dave Robicheaux gets too close to both Isolde&’s mother and the mistress of her father, a venomous New Orleans mafioso whose jealousy has no bounds. In retribution, he hires a mysterious assassin to go after Robicheaux and his longtime partner, Clete Purcel. This hitman is unlike any the &“Bobbsey Twins from Homicide&” have ever faced. He has the ability to induce horrifying hallucinations and travels on a menacing ghost ship that materializes without warning. In order to defeat him and rescue Johnny and Isolde, Robicheaux will have to overcome the demons that have tormented him throughout his adult life—alcoholism, specters from combat in Vietnam, and painful memories of women to whom he opened his heart only to see killed. A Private Cathedral, James Lee Burke&’s fortieth book, is his most powerful tale, one that will captivate readers—mixing crime, romance, mythology, horror, and science fiction to produce a thrilling story about the all-consuming, all-conquering power of love.
Robicheaux: A Novel (Dave Robicheaux #8)
By James Lee Burke. 2018
James Lee Burke&’s most beloved character, Dave Robicheaux, returns in this New York Times bestselling mystery set in the towns…
and backwoods of Louisiana: an &“enthralling yet grim novel that…will captivate, start to finish&” (Publishers Weekly).Dave Robicheaux is a haunted man. From the acts he committed in Vietnam, to his battles with alcoholism, to the sudden loss of his beloved wife, Molly, his thoughts drift from one irreconcilable memory to the next. Images of ghosts pepper his reality. Robicheaux&’s only beacon remains serving as a detective in New Iberia, Louisiana. It&’s in that capacity that Robicheaux crosses paths with powerful mob boss, Tony Nemo. Tony has a Civil War sword he&’d like to give to Levon Broussard, a popular local author whose books have been adapted into major Hollywood films. Then there&’s Jimmy Nightengale, the young poster boy of New Orleans wealth and glamour. Jimmy&’s fond of Levon&’s work, and even fonder of his beautiful, enigmatic wife, Rowena. Tony thinks Jimmy can be a US Senator someday, and has the resources and clout to make it happen. There&’s something off about the relationship among these three men, and after a vicious assault, it&’s up to Robicheaux to uncover the truth &“in the barn-burner of a climax&” (Booklist, starred review). Complicating matters is the sudden death of the New Iberian local responsible for Molly&’s death; namely that Robicheaux&’s colleague thinks Robicheaux had something to do with it. As Robicheaux works to clear his name and make sense of the murder, a harrowing study of America emerges: this nation&’s abiding conflict between a sense of past grandeur and a legacy of shame, its easy seduction by demagogues and wealth, and its predilection for violence and revenge. &“It has been almost five years since James Lee Burke&’s last Dave Robicheaux novel, and it was absolutely worth the wait&” (Associated Press).
The Gemini Mysteries: The Cat's Paw (The Gemini Mysteries #2)
By Kat Shepherd. 2019
"The teen banter is quirky and amusing and keeps the reader interested...Readers who enjoy Stuart Gibbs's "Fun Jungle" series or…
Carl Hiaasen's novels might enjoy the environmental and animal rights aspects of this mystery."-School Library Journal"With characters who grab your attention, illustrations that invite you to play along, and a plot with more twists than a country road, get ready for a fast and fun mystery that will keep you guessing until the end. How do I sign up to join the Gemini Detective Agency?" - James Ponti, Edgar-award winning author of the FRAMED! mystery series"The North Star is mystery and intrigue at its best. I loved putting my observational skills to the test as I searched for clues in the illustrations at the end of every chapter. Captivating. Clever. Compulsively readable. A must-have for all emerging detectives!" - Lauren Magaziner, author of Case Closed seriesWhen Martin the red panda goes missing from the zoo, the Gemini Detective Agency takes it upon themselves to crack the case. Join them and help the teenage sleuths solve their next mystery!Twins Zach and Evie Mamuya and their friends Vishal Desai and Sophia Boyd make up the Gemini Detective Agency. They've helped solve the case of the stolen diamond necklace known as the North Star, and now they've got an even bigger mystery to solve.During a dinner at the zoo, Martin the red panda goes missing. And even worse, there's a bobcat's paw print located in his enclosure! But what first looked like an unfortunate incident in the animal kingdom starts to look more like foul play when the Gemini Detective Agency finds a crumpled flier that says "Free Martin." Then they learn about local dealings in an online exotic black market where people can buy rare animals. Could Martin have been set free by extreme animal activists, or is this the work of someone involved in the black market for rare animals and will they be able to find Martin before it's too late?The Gemini Detective Agency is on the case! Readers will love this interactive mystery where clues can be found in the illustrations that appear at the end of each chapter!The Gemini Mysteries is an action-packed series full of twists and turns that will keep readers guessing until the very end.
The Flood: From the iconic #1 bestselling author of A SONG FOR THE DARK TIMES
By Ian Rankin. 1986
Mary Miller had always been an outcast. Burnt in a chemical mix as a young girl, sympathy for her quickly…
faded when the young man who pushed her in died in a mining accident just two days later. From then on she was regarded with a mixture of suspicion and fascination by her God-fearing community.Now, years later, she is a single mother, caught up in a faltering affair with a local teacher. Her son, Sandy, has fallen in love with a strange homeless girl. The search for happiness isn't easy. Both mother and son must face a dark secret from their past, in the growing knowledge that their small dramas are being played out against a much larger canvas, glimpsed only in symbols and flickering images - of decay and regrowth, of fire and water - of the flood.Read by Chris Reilly(p) 2014 Orion Publishing Group
The death of a journalist from a single bullet to the heart makes for a dramatic story - but the…
twist in the tale is that this time, it's the man who fired the gun who's asking all the questions...The assassin, Michael Weston, knows he has carried out his assignment successfully. One mistake was enough, a long time ago, when a young girl had accidentally received the fatal bullet. Her father hired a PI named Hoffer to track him down. Every time Weston completed a job, Hoffer was not far behind. But why had the police been on the scene so quickly? Weston has to find out - even if it means coming face to face with Hoffer...Read by Steven Pacey(p) 2011 Orion Publishing Group
The Mad Scientist Next Door (Emily and Sam)
By David Cole. 2024
A new mystery unfolds when Emily and Sam get a new neighbor!Emily and Sam are excited to see a moving…
van next door, but the new neighbor isn't quite what they were hoping for. He doesn't have any kids, seems grumpy, wears a weird white lab coat, and he keeps getting heavy boxes delivered to his garage. Could he really be a mad scientist? And could he have something to do with their friend's missing dogs? The siblings can't accuse him of anything without evidence, so they set out to use the scientific method to prove he's up to something.The second chapter book in the Emily and Sam series offers opportunities to investigate alongside the siblings to solve the case of the mad scientist next door!
Dichos en Nichos (Querencias Series)
By Sage Vogel. 2025
Sage Vogel&’s debut story collection invites readers into the heart of an archetypal 1950s Northern New Mexico village, where the…
fruit orchards, arroyo roads, adobe homes, and even pigsties hold tales of wit, romance, woe, and wisdom.Dichos en Nichos contains ten interconnected stories inspired by original dichos—pithy folk sayings and proverbs. Vogel's dichos—presented in both Spanish and English—are shared among a colorful cast of characters. The dichos offer guidance, caution, and comfort as the townsfolk navigate themes of identity, community, loss, and love. From tales of sacrifice and survival to those of intimacy and independence, each story is a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit.Created in collaboration with each story is a nicho—an oil painting set in an antique frame—created by renowned Southwestern artists Christen Vogel and Jim Vogel. These fine artworks serve as both vibrant altars and vivid windows into a village brimming with the dynamic rhythms of life, from poetry and music to tragedy and scandal.Dichos en Nichos is captivating and immersive. It invites readers to explore the heart and soul of a distinct setting in a bygone era. Through its inspired blend of vernacular language, compelling themes, and masterful artwork, this small volume will leave an enduring, endearing impression on all who enter its beautifully crafted and wholly unforgettable world.
Johnny Geronimo: Art of Darkness (Red Planet Books)
By Gary Robinson. 2025
Someone, or something, is killing the Native artists and art collectors of Santa Fe. The police are baffled by a…
series of brutal murders: ritual killings with all the trappings of some of the mythic monsters of the Apache origin stories, each signed with the same bloody signature: the Coyote. But where the police fail, Johnny may succeed. A hard-bitten, hard-boiled private investigator right out of the pages of Chandler or Cain, Johnny has a key advantage: as an Apache, he can go places the police can’t, and he can talk to the people the police won’t. As the owner of Eagle Eye Investigations, Johnny moves effortlessly among both the high society of Santa Fe and the outlaw underworld. With his assistants, Willy and Jessie, as well as a succession of lady friends, Johnny sets out on the trail of the Coyote, and the closer he gets, the more it becomes apparent that the hunter is also the hunted. Johnny Geronimo: Art of Darkness incorporates themes from Apache and other Indigenous traditions to tell the story of this classic antihero of Native noir and of the demonic Coyote, who may be more than anyone can imagine.
The Election Calculation: The Math Kids (Book 10) (The Math Kids)
By David Cole. 2024
For the Math Kids, a new school means new opportunities—and new challenges!Starting at Tyler Middle School should be an exciting…
time for the Math Kids. They have new teachers, new classes, new classmates, and of course, a new math club to get to know. But when it turns out that the Tyler math club president is their old rival Kenny and he's determined to keep them from competing, the Math Kids start to think maybe middle school won't be as good as they'd hoped.There's only one option: elect a new president. As the Math Kids try to decide who should lead the math club, another election draws Stephanie's attention. The district will be voting on school board members, and there's something fishy about the billboards that have popped up around town advertising a new slate of candidates no one's ever heard of. So, she does what the Math Kids do best, and sets out to investigate the mysterious candidates.With both elections coming up quickly, the four friends will need to use logic and strategy to ensure the school board and the math club are in good hands after the votes are tallied.
An Unsolved Proof: The Math Kids (Book 9) (The Math Kids)
By David Cole. 2024
Hidden cameras, secret operations, and new math concepts await in the Math Kids' ninth adventure!Justin has been accused of stealing…
from the comic book shop! To earn back the trust of his parents and the store manager, he'll have to work at the shop for four whole weekends. And that puts a damper on his plans to play video games and hang out with fellow Math Kids, Jordan, Catherine, and Stephanie. With the end of summer approaching, the four friends realize that finding proof of Justin's innocence is their only way to save Justin's good name. To get it, they'll need to uncover who really stole the comics. Their primary suspects are the two older boys who accused Justin, but catching them red-handed will require more than just teamwork. Solving this problem will require knowledge of proofs and patterns, and if the Math Kids aren't successful, it won't be just Justin's reputation at risk.
The Case of the Missing Turtle (Emily and Sam)
By Dave Cole. 2024
From the creator of the Math Kids comes a new educational chapter book series!Siblings Emily and Sam are always ready…
to learn new things. When they find a box turtle and decide to adopt it, they need to learn what to feed it and how to create a safe home for it. But just as they're getting the hang of caring for their new pet, it goes missing! Someone must have taken the turtle, but who? It's up to Emily and Sam to find out.
An Artificial Test: The Math Kids (Book 8) (The Math Kids)
By David Cole. 2022
After a tough end to the school year, the Math Kids—Jordan, Justin, Stephanie, and Catherine—take a jet to London for…
an exciting summer vacation. But between exploring the city and seeing the sights, they&’re quickly drawn into investigations of terrorist activity. Authorities are on high alert because of threats to landmarks across the city. But there&’s something odd about the messages. Working alongside Bobby, a police officer tasked with being their trip guide, the kids must uncover the true purpose of a mysterious online message board or risk being sent home early. With their vacation plans and the safety of London at risk, the Math Kids are in for their most complex case yet!Finalist for the Foreword INDIES Book of the Year AwardsAn abundantly diverting middle grade mystery seasoned with history and intrigue…A fast-moving plot, and the characters&’ fun banter will encourage even reluctant readers to test the waters. Full of mystery, puzzles, and intrigue, this solid, tightly plotted read is a winner for middle graders. Un-put-downable. - The Prairies Book Review
Ballad of a Slopsucker: Stories
By Juan Alvarado Valdivia. 2019
A young widower visits Chichén Itzá to honor his wife; family dynamics unravel at a child&’s birthday party; the lead…
singer of a high school metal band faces his dreaded tenth reunion; a serial killer believes he&’s been blessed by God to murder bicycle thieves—Alvarado Valdivia&’s debut collection of short stories ranges from dark to light and is written with a storyteller&’s skill and compassion. Based in Northern California and examining a variety of themes, including love, family, and masculinity, these stories offer an important new perspective on the experiences of Latinos and Latinas in the United States and complicate ideas of nationhood, identity, and the definition of home.