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When Winter Returns: A Rosie Winter Mystery (Rosie Winter Mysteries #4)
by Kathryn Miller Haines“Kathryn Miller Haines perfectly captures the feel, sights and sounds of New York in the 1940s….A lot of fun.” —Rhys BowenAspiring actress and sometime sleuth Rosie Winter is back in When Winter Returns—the fourth installment of Kathryn Miller Haines’s atmospheric and suspenseful World War II era mystery series. Fans of historical whodunits like the Maisie Dobbs books by Jacqueline Winspear—and readers who love stories of feisty female sleuths, like Alexander McCall Smith’s #1 Ladies’ Detective Agency novels—will thrill to Rosie’s big city adventures, as she encounters espionage on her own doorstep.
Winter in June: A Rosie Winter Mystery (Rosie Winter Mysteries #3)
by Kathryn Miller HainesNew York, 1943: Aspiring actress Rosie Winter has been marooned in New York throughout the war. Now, faced with the news that her ex-boyfriend Jack might not be coming home again, she's desperate to leave the home front and head for the war front. So when Rosie and her best pal Jayne get an offer to go to the South Pacific to perform with USO Camp Shows, they jump at the chance.But being a greasepaint soldier isn't as easy as they had hoped. Not only are the cast members surly, the schedules inhumane, and the housing conditions primitive but they also have to travel with a major—and majorly difficult—Hollywood star. But none of that is as bad as living in a war zone, and when tragedy strikes, Rosie and Jayne are left wondering if they are being targeted by the enemy or if something far more sinister is afoot.
Foal Play: A Mystery (Colleen McCabe Series #1)
by Kathryn O'SullivanColleen McCabe is enjoying an uneventful summer in North Carolina's Outer Banks supervising her firefighters, making rounds with her Border collie, Sparky, and keeping an eye on the wild horses escaped from the local sanctuary. But when a dead body washes up on shore, she knows trouble has arrived in Corolla.Colleen is ready to start work on the investigation, but much to her irritation, her best friend, Sheriff Bill Dorman, makes it clear he doesn't want her butting her nose in or poking around. The stubborn Colleen, however, is not so easily deterred. When a man with a gun is spotted lurking around the lighthouse and her former school teacher's house explodes, she adds arson and a second suspicious death to her informal investigation. Colleen soon finds herself juggling her job, amorous advances from the town's developer, and intrusions from the local press, all while keeping information from Bill. Her secret sleuthing quickly comes to an end, however, when a bigger threat enters the picture.With a gutsy heroine, a lovable dog sidekick, quirky characters, and a charming locale, Kathryn O'Sullivan's Foal Play is a zany, fun-filled ride sure to please mystery readers.
Murder on the Hoof: A Mystery (Colleen McCabe Series)
by Kathryn O'SullivanIn Murder on the Hoof, her sequel to Foal Play, Kathryn O'Sullivan delivers more laughs and mayhem with charming characters mystery readers will love getting to know.It's mid-August in the Outer Banks village of Corolla in North Carolina and Fire Chief Colleen McCabe is conducting rookie training and spending increasingly more time with her best friend, Sheriff Bill Dorman. The wild horses have been relocated to the sanctuary, and the town is occupied with the upcoming local theatre production. All is right with the world. But when a member of the acting troupe is found dead in the dunes after an emergency training exercise and Bill's ex-fiancée arrives in town, Colleen knows trouble is back with a vengeance.A second member of the theatre company is discovered dead at the Whalehead Club, and Colleen is forced to put aside her feelings about her relationship with Bill and work with him to uncover who is murdering the thespians and why. She discovers as much drama offstage as on and quickly finds herself swept up in the intrigue of the community theatre group, and struggling to keep her men at the firehouse focused. As the danger mounts and the killer's identity becomes clearer, Bill warns her off the investigation. But despite his warning, Colleen is determined to stop the killer before he or she strikes again, to her own peril.
Neighing with Fire: A Mystery (Colleen McCabe Series)
by Kathryn O'SullivanFire Chief Colleen McCabe is enjoying a quiet summer and her budding romance with Sheriff Bill Dorman. However, her peaceful start to the tourist season is shattered when a tropical storm blows through Corolla and unearths a body buried under a vacation home boardwalk. When callous land developer Denny Custis dies in a suspicious fire, Colleen has a hunch the two deaths are linked.As she and Bill investigate, they discover that virtually everyone, including Colleen, has had a beef or run-in with Denny and a motive for murder. When Pinky Salvatore becomes the primary suspect, Colleen is determined to clear his name. Despite his and Denny's well-documented housing development rivalry, Colleen is convinced that the real killer is still out there.While digging through an ever-widening list of suspects, Bill and Colleen become embroiled in a vicious battle between those committed to saving Corolla's wild horses, those protecting the endangered piping plover shore bird, and a greedy tour company who would destroy their habitats.Neighing with Fire is the third entry in Kathryn O'Sullivan's cozy series known for its colorful characters, strong setting and thoroughly charming humor.
Blackthorn Winter
by Kathryn ReissWith her parents on a trial separation, the last thing fifteen-year-old Juliana wants is to be dragged by her mother to an artists' colony in England. Halfway across the world, Juliana misses her father terribly. But soon she has bigger worries when the sleepy town of Blackthorn is set on its heels by the murder of one of its own. Juliana feels compelled to solve the crime, but she is shocked and frightened when she uncovers clues that have chilling parallels to her own mysterious past. Can she figure out who the murderer is before anyone else--herself included--gets hurt?
Dreadful Sorry (Time Travel Mysteries Ser.)
by Kathryn ReissSeventeen-year-old Molly's recurrent nightmares become waking visions after she nearly drowns at a party. Soon she's witnessing events through the eyes of a girl who lived in her father's house nearly a century before.
Message in a Bottle: A Julie Mystery (American Girls Mysteries)
by Kathryn ReissWhen Julie visits Gold Moon Ranch, a farming commune in California's gold rush country, the back-to-the-land lifestyle seems idyllic at first. But peculiar problems keep cropping up - almost as if someone was trying to shut down the commune! Then, on a secret trip to an abandoned gold mine, Julie stumbles on a mysterious message that hints at long-lost treasure. Julie is desperate to find it - before danger closes in on Gold Moon Ranch.
Paint by Magic: A Time Travel Mystery (Time Travel Mysteries)
by Kathryn ReissSomething is terribly wrong with Connor's mom—she keeps slipping into bizarre trances. Connor suspects that the key to his mom's strange behavior is an old art book filled with paintings of a woman who looks exactly like her. But the artist who created those paintings died before his mom was evenborn. Connor gets his chance to break the evil link between the past and the present when he is mysteriously whisked back in time to the 1920s. But can he save his mom—and himself—before it's too late?
Riddle of the Prairie Bride (American Girl History Mysteries #12)
by Kathryn ReissIn 1878, twelve-year-old Ida Kate Deming and her widowed father welcome a mail-order bride to their Kansas homestead -- but Ida Kate soon suspects that the bride is not the woman that Papa had been corresponding with!
Riddle of the Prairie Bride (Mysteries through History #12)
by Kathryn ReissThe Kansas prairie in 1878 is the setting for this mystery about a girl who gets a new stepmother—a woman who may not be what she appears Ida Kate Deming lives on the Kansas prairie with her father. Once a lonely outpost, Hays City is now a bustling town where the twelve-year-old impatiently awaits the arrival of papa&’s mail-order bride. Ida Kate lost her beloved mother when she was ten. Now someone new will share their lives, along with the seemingly endless chores. And the best part is, Ida Kate will have a new mother and a new little brother, as well. But when Caroline Fairchild steps off the train, she doesn&’t look at all the way she described herself in her letters. Instead of being tall and thin, she&’s short. And her hair is the wrong color. And she definitely isn&’t allergic to cats. As Ida Kate races to uncover the truth before her father marries Caroline, a blizzard endangers her new family, and Ida Kate has to figure out where her true loyalties lie. This ebook includes a historical afterword.
The Strange Case of Baby H (American Girl History Mysteries #18)
by Kathryn ReissIn the aftermath of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake, twelve-year-old Clara finds a baby left on the doorstep of her family's boarding house, and sets out to unravel the surrounding mysteries.
The Strange Case of Baby H: An American Girl® Mystery (Mysteries through History #18)
by Kathryn ReissA twelve-year-old girl searches for answers when she finds an abandoned baby in the aftermath of the San Francisco earthquake of 1906Clara Curfman is awakened from a recurring swimming dream by her big, furry sheepdog, Humphrey. Suddenly, her bed is moving and the room is shaking from side to side and up and down. The floor starts pitching like a giant ocean wave, and her books dance right off the shelves. As her parents and their neighbors cope with the earthquake&’s devastating aftereffects, Clara makes a stunning discovery: A baby has been left on the doorstep of her family&’s boarding house. Is the abandoned infant a victim of the earthquake—or something more sinister? The only clue to her identity is a silver rattle engraved with the letter H. On a quest to find Baby H&’s parents, Clara meets a boy named Edgar who has been orphaned by the earthquake. Their search takes them on a winding trail of danger that will test the true limits of Clara&’s courage. This ebook includes a historical afterword.
The Tangled Web: A Julie Mystery (American Girl Mysteries)
by Kathryn ReissJulie really likes the new girl in her class. Still, there's something odd about Carla Warner. The things Carla says don't quite add up, and she seems to avoid answering certain questions. As Carla's stories become more outlandish, Julie can't escape a disturbing fact: either her new friend is lying -- or she's in real danger!
A Latin Passion
by Kathryn RossPenny Kennedy will do anything to save her family home from the clutches of Lucas Darien — even if it means masquerading as his assistant! However, Penny didn't count on her desire for sexy Lucas — and it's not long before she finds herself between his sheets.But when her fiery Latin lover discovers Penny's true identity, will he take his revenge, or take her as his wife?
Her Determined Husband
by Kathryn RossKirsten has learned that she is to work closely with Cal McCormick, her estranged husband! Only a few years before, tragedy had ripped apart their new marriage….Now Kirsten is stunned to discover that she still has strong feelings for Cal. And Cal seems set on making her fall in love with him all over again. But Kirsten needs more than his provocatively sensual seduction before she can give herself fully to the only man she has ever loved.
The Frenchman's Mistress
by Kathryn RossRaymonde Pascal is convinced that Caitlin is a gold digger who's earned her inheritance by seduction--and cheated him out of the land he thought would be his. So when Ray discovers a way to stake a claim on Caitlin's legacy, he seizes his chance for vengeance.First he'll wine and dine her...then the sexy French tycoon will take what's rightfully his....
The Millionaire's Agenda
by Kathryn RossMixing business and pleasure…Self-made millionaire Steven Cavendish had enjoyed a purely professional relationship with his extremely efficient assistant, Chloe Brown. Until one unexpected night when work was forgotten in the heat of passion…However, Chloe had decided against any emotional involvement, so if Steven wanted her by his side and in his bed, he'd have to appeal to her business side. Steven's agenda was set. If a business deal was the only way to win her, that's the way he'd play it…but ultimately, Chloe would be his wife!
The Secret Child
by Kathryn RossWhen Luke Davenport returned home afteralmost three years, he was shocked to learn thathis passionate love affair with Alison Trevelyanhad resulted in a baby. Nathan was undeniably hisson and heir to the Davenport fortune.While he was angry with Alison for keeping theirchild a secret, Luke also wanted her back in hislife. But renewing their relationship meant facingthe hot, passionate desire that overwhelmedthem both….
By Her Side (Davis Landing #2)
by Kathryn SpringerThe Davis Landing Observer Page 5The Gossip Guru...is back with more news. Seems intrepid reporter Felicity Simmons, at rival newspaper The Davis Landing Dispatch, is being threatened by someone who is not happy with her articles. Your faithful source hears that police officer Chris Hamilton, the only family member not working for Hamilton Media, is protecting her. Independent Ms. Simmons will bristle at being guarded, but she doesn't know how stubborn Chris can be — or how determined he is to be by her side until her stalker is caught....
For Her Son's Love (Tiny Blessings #2)
by Kathryn SpringerA single mom hiding in a small town must confront her past and her feelings for her new protector in this inspirational romance.To: RachelFrom: AndrewRe: I’ve met the most fascinating single mom . . . Everyone thinks I’m this high-living playboy. . . . I wish I could reveal my real mission in life: rescuing missing children. Though right now, helping Miranda Jones is my top priority. She came to Chestnut Grove with her little boy, but a brewing scandal is threatening their little family. So, cousin, while I’m running the charitable Noble Foundation in your temporary absence, I’ll also be digging up secrets of the past. And while I’m at it, I hope Miranda will say yes to a future together!
El verano de las flores silvestres
by Kathryn TaylorUna emocionante novela femenina de la autora de la serie «Daringham Hall». Zoe se enfrenta a una difícil decisión relacionada con una intervención quirúrgica muy arriesgada que debe salvarle la vida. Espontáneamente decide regresar a Cornualles, pues hace catorce años allí experimentó la mayor felicidad de su vida... y la peor pesadilla. Ahora, por fin está decidida a desvelar los secretos de aquel verano.
The Family at Number 11: A twisty, nail-biting and unputdownable psychological thriller
by Kathryn WhitfieldThe perfect neighbours. Or your worst nightmare?Penny and Jake live in a beautiful home in a beautiful neighbourhood with their beautiful baby boy. It's the perfect life. Except that Penny is desperately lonely and can't shake the feeling that she isn't bonding with her baby like she should be.So when Celia moves in across the street with her husband, Pete, and their gorgeous children, Penny is delighted to have a friend.But things aren't quite what they seem behind closed doors. Because Celia and Pete have a secret. And the truth threatens to devastate everyone around them.A completely gripping and unputdownable psychological suspense that will have you turning the pages long into the night. Perfect for fans of The Family Across the Street, The Woman Next Door and Shari Lapena.
The Family at Number 11: A twisty, nail-biting and unputdownable psychological thriller
by Kathryn WhitfieldThe perfect neighbours. Or your worst nightmare?Penny and Jake live in a beautiful home in a beautiful neighbourhood with their beautiful baby boy. It's the perfect life. Except that Penny is desperately lonely and can't shake the feeling that she isn't bonding with her baby like she should be.So when Celia moves in across the street with her husband, Pete, and their gorgeous children, Penny is delighted to have a friend.But things aren't quite what they seem behind closed doors. Because Celia and Pete have a secret. And the truth threatens to devastate everyone around them.A completely gripping psychological suspense that will have you listening long into the night. Perfect for fans of The Family Across the Street, The Woman Next Door and Shari Lapena.(P) 2023 Headline Publishing Group Ltd
The Family at Number 11: A twisty, nail-biting and unputdownable psychological thriller
by Kathryn WhitfieldThe perfect neighbours. Or your worst nightmare?Penny and Jake live in a beautiful home in a beautiful neighbourhood with their beautiful baby boy. It's the perfect life. Except that Penny is desperately lonely and can't shake the feeling that she isn't bonding with her baby like she should be.So when Celia moves in across the street with her husband, Pete, and their gorgeous children, Penny is delighted to have a friend.But things aren't quite what they seem behind closed doors. Because Celia and Pete have a secret. And the truth threatens to devastate everyone around them.A completely gripping and unputdownable psychological suspense that will have you turning the pages long into the night. Perfect for fans of The Family Across the Street, The Woman Next Door and Shari Lapena.