Lynn Cahoonová je autorkou, jejíž detektivní příběhy čtenáře zavádějí na různá místa, kde se odehrávají napínavé a zábavné zápletky. Její styl psaní slibuje poutavé čtení plné nečekaných zvratů a nezapomenutelných postav. Jejím cílem je poskytnout čtenářům odpočinkové, ale napínavé dobrodružství.
In Sunny South Cove, California, Jill Gardner, the owner of a cozy coffee and bookstore, finds herself in the midst of holiday cheer and unexpected mysteries. As the festive season unfolds, she becomes embroiled in solving local murders, blending her passion for reading with her knack for sleuthing. The charming setting and engaging characters create a delightful backdrop for a holiday-themed mystery that promises both intrigue and warmth.
Set against the backdrop of crisp Christmas weather, this cozy mystery anthology weaves together festive tales where mittens take on a sinister twist. Each story features intriguing plots filled with holiday cheer and unexpected murder, inviting readers to unravel the mysteries while enjoying the seasonal spirit. Perfect for fans of lighthearted crime stories, this collection promises a delightful blend of suspense and holiday charm.
In this spellbinding continuation of the Kitchen Witch Mystery series by New York Times bestselling author Lynn Cahoon, witchcraft trainee and culinary entrepreneur Mia Malone summons tasty dishes and unearthly murder suspects . . . Before Mia Malone can sip tea at Time for a Cuppa, the charming new shop in Magic Springs, Idaho, her life changes course in downright supernatural ways. First her blossoming catering business and cooking school get a boost with the addition of an enchanting cake decorator. Then she catches the attention of the tea shop owner herself, local coven member Mahogany Medford, who’s set on immersing Mia in a twisted mystery that appears all but unsolvable without a special kind of help . . . Still reeling from the recent loss of her mother and believing there was more to the abrupt death, Mahogany urges Mia to cast light on the truth. But old secrets might come back to haunt her in an investigation that demands conjuring up phantoms from the past on the property of Mia’s Morsels. Now, wearing Gran’s protective stone and empowered by a circle of trusted confidants, Mia must reveal who—or what—killed Ms. Medford as another deadly surprise brews!
In the coastal town of South Cove, Jill Gardner navigates the challenges of wedding planning while running her shop, Coffee, Books, and More. When a murder occurs amidst the festivities, Jill finds herself entangled in a mystery that threatens to disrupt the joyous occasion. As she delves into the investigation, she must unravel secrets and confront danger, all while balancing her business and personal life.
Amid preparations for the Moonstone Beach Festival, Jill collaborates with local business owners to ensure a successful event. Tensions rise when Darla, a key participant, is late to a crucial meeting, yet they push forward with plans for kite flying and the Battle of the Bands, featuring Darla's musician boyfriend. As Jill hopes to revive her food truck's fortunes, the festive atmosphere turns dark when a murder disrupts the celebration, prompting Jill and her detective fiancé to uncover the truth behind the tragedy.
In a coastal California town, bookshop owner Jill Gardner is vowing to love, honor—and investigate an unsolved murder . . . Jill’s wedding to police chief Greg King is just days away, at a historic Spanish mission with a courtyard full of olive trees. But the folks in South Cove are more intrigued by what kind of ceremonies might be going on behind the walls of New Hope, the walled property where charismatic Kane Matthews and his followers reside. Jill isn’t fond of the man, but his followers seem nice, and they buy a lot of books. After a distraught woman stops by at Coffee, Books, and More with a picture of her daughter, who she believes needs rescuing from the suspected cult—and then Matthews’s body is found, at Jill’s wedding venue of all places—Jill makes a commitment to solve the case. With Greg’s mother as a houseguest, she must play hostess to her future in-law while pursuing a murderous outlaw . . .
Set in rural Idaho, the story follows Angie Turner as she embarks on a new venture with her farm-to-table restaurant, aiming for a fresh start in her hometown. However, her plans take a dark turn when a local goat dairy farmer is murdered, prompting her to investigate the crime. As she navigates the complexities of small-town life and its secrets, Angie must confront the challenges of uncovering the truth while dealing with the community's dynamics.
A new series from the author of the Tourist Trap Mysteries! Former English professor Cat Latimer is back in Colorado, hosting writers’ retreats in the big blue Victorian she’s inherited, much to her surprise, from none other than her carousing ex-husband! Now it’s an authors’ getaway—but Cat won’t let anyone get away with murder… The bed-and-breakfast is open for business, and bestselling author Tom Cook is among its first guests. Cat doesn’t know why he came all the way from New York, but she’s glad to have him among the quirkier—and far less famous—attendees. Cat’s high school sweetheart Seth, who’s fixing up the weathered home, brings on mixed emotions for Cat…some of them a little overpowering. But it’s her uncle, the local police chief, whom she’ll call for help when there’s a surprise ending for Tom Cook in his cozy guest room. Will a killer have the last word on the new life Cat has barely begun? Praise for Lynn Cahoon’s Tourist Trap Mysteries “Murder, dirty politics, pirate lore, and a hot police detective: Guidebook to Murder has it all! A cozy lover’s dream come true.”—Susan McBride, author of Say Yes to the Death “Lynn Cahoon has created an absorbing, good fun mystery in Mission to Murder.”—Fresh Fiction
Cat Latimer pursues a scone-cold killer who iced a top chef in a local bakery . . . Cat has a full plate at her Aspen Hills Warm Springs Resort, as a group of aspiring cozy mystery authors arrives for a writers retreat. So when baker Dee Dee Meyer stirs up trouble by filing a false complaint with the health inspector against the B&B—all because she insists Cat's best friend Shauna stole her recipes—Cat marches into the shop to confront her. But Dee Dee's about to have her own batch of trouble. Greyson Finn—a celebrity chef and, until today, one of Denver's most eligible bachelors—has been found dead in her bakery. Cat's uncle Pete, who happens to be the chief of police, warns her not to engage in any half-baked sleuthing. But as her curiosity rises, Cat's determined to discover who served the chef his just desserts—before the killer takes a powder . . . Praise for Lynn Cahoon “Better get your flashlight handy, A Story to Kill will keep you reading all night.” —Laura Bradford, author of the Amish Mysteries “Lynn Cahoon has created an absorbing, good fun mystery in Mission to Murder.” —Fresh Fiction
Cat Latimer and her writer’s retreat group go on a hiking trip—but a murderer has been lurking off the beaten path . . . Cat’s sweetheart, Seth, is going all out on an outing into the local mountains—for the benefit of the writing group Cat’s hosting at her Colorado B&B. But when they try to identify some plant and animal life, they find death instead. The body belongs to a man with a gold claim a few miles away. Instead of striking it rich, he’s been struck down. To his surprise, Seth recognizes the victim from his military days—and up to now believed he’d already died during his last tour of duty. Now Cat has to solve this mystery before the killer takes a hike . . . Praise for Lynn Cahoon “Better get your flashlight handy, A Story to Kill will keep you reading all night.” —Laura Bradford, author of the Amish Mysteries “Lynn Cahoon has created an absorbing, good fun mystery in Mission to Murder.” —Fresh Fiction