A New York Times BestsellerSoon to be a Netflix FilmA Read With Jenna Today Show Book Club Pick!“Remarkably Bright Creatures is a beautiful examination of how loneliness can be transformed, cracked open, with the slightest touch from another living thing.” -- Kevin Wilson, author of Nothing to See HereFor fans of A Man Called Ove, a charming, witty and compulsively readable exploration of friendship, reckoning, and hope that traces a widow's unlikely connection with a giant Pacific octopusAfter Tova Sullivan’s husband died, she began working the night shift at the Sowell Bay Aquarium, mopping floors and tidying up. Keeping busy has always helped her cope, which she’s been doing since her eighteen-year-old son, Erik, mysteriously vanished on a boat in Puget Sound over thirty years ago.Tova becomes acquainted with curmudgeonly Marcellus, a giant Pacific octopus living at the aquarium. Marcellus knows more than anyone can imagine but wouldn’t dream of lifting one of his eight arms for his human captors—until he forms a remarkable friendship with Tova.Ever the detective, Marcellus deduces what happened the night Tova’s son disappeared. And now Marcellus must use every trick his old invertebrate body can muster to unearth the truth for her before it’s too late. Shelby Van Pelt’s debut novel is a gentle reminder that sometimes taking a hard look at the past can help uncover a future that once felt impossible. Read more

A New York Times best seller!Soon to be a major motion picture from Steven Spielberg at Amblin Entertainment“Witty, endearing and greatly entertaining.” (Wall Street Journal)“Don’t trust anyone, including the four septuagenarian sleuths in Osman’s own laugh-out-loud whodunit.” (Parade)Four septuagenarians with a few tricks up their sleeves.A female cop with her first big case.A brutal murder.Welcome to...The Thursday Murder ClubIn a peaceful retirement village, four unlikely friends meet weekly in the Jigsaw Room to discuss unsolved crimes; together, they call themselves the Thursday Murder Club.When a local developer is found dead with a mysterious photograph left next to the body, the Thursday Murder Club suddenly find themselves in the middle of their first live case.As the bodies begin to pile up, can our unorthodox but brilliant gang catch the killer, before it's too late? Read more

Danielle Garrett presents Books 1-5 of the Sugar Shack Witch Mysteries, a paranormal cozy mystery series filled with magic, mystery, family squabbles, sassy heroines, and a mysterious monster hunter—all with a little sugar sprinkled on top. This bundle includes Sprinkles and Sea Serpents, Grimoires and Gingerbread, Mermaids and Meringue, Sugar Cookies and Sirens, and Hexes and Honey Buns. Read more

The first novel in the all-new Golden Girls Cozy Mystery Series!When Dorothy’s obnoxious date is found dead in a hotel freezer, it not only ruins a gorgeous cheesecake but threatens the elaborate St. Olaf–themed wedding Rose is hosting.Things are heating up, and not just because of Blanche’s hot flashes. Rose’s cousin is eloping to Miami, and Rose is playing host. If she can't balance the groom’s family’s snobbery against the traditional St. Olaf wedding week guidelines, her hometown may never accept her cousin again! Dorothy quickly realizes she needs a date with whom she can exchange wedding-related wisecracks. Turning to a newfangled VHS dating service, she believes she’s found the ideal conversationalist. Unfortunately, what looks good on TV can actually be a total jerk in real life. It seems she’ll just have to enjoy the company of Sophia, Blanche, and whomever Blanche has targeted for a hookup.As the Girls all pitch in, Rose is thrilled that the tea-and-fish-themed kickoff event is perfect, not a herring out of place. That is until Dorothy’s date is found dead—face-planted in an otherwise scrumptious-looking cheesecake. With every guest a suspect (especially Dorothy) and a marriage on the line, the four besties must ID the real killer, get the should-be-happy couple down the aisle, and make sure nobody from St. Olaf gets lost in the wilds of Miami. It’s up to the Golden Girls to sleuth out a way for friendship and love to win the day! Read more

In this fifth book in the Victoria Trumbull series, the ninety-two-year-old sleuth finds herself embroiled in a series of murders after she is fired from her job as West Tisbury correspondent for The Island Enquirer (the editor claims the newspaper needs a younger look).Victoria, determined to show that age is no barrier to news papering, immediately throws her weight behind The Grackle, intent on turning the two-page West Tisbury newsletter into a formidable competitor of the Enquirer. And it looks as though she will.In the meantime, the Enquirer's narcissistic editor has been receiving a series of obituaries, each naming him as the deceased. He would dismiss them as a sick joke, but the obituaries follow the actual deaths of people close to him. Rather than going to the police, he grudgingly rehires Victoria to uncover the identity of the obituary writer. Victoria knows almost everybody on the Island, and she may be the only person who can solve the mystery before the editor needs a genuine obituary of his own.In The Paperwhite Narcissus, as in the four previous books in the series, Cynthia Riggs explores the rich and varied setting of Martha's Vineyard in a way that only a native Islander can. The story glides from Wasque, the desolate southeast corner of Chappaquiddick, to the Coast Guard boat ramp in Menemsha; from the elegantly maintained Captains' houses in Edgartown to the wild Atlantic Ocean beach at Quansoo.A delightfully cozy read, steeped in rich characters and a sense of place, this latest Victoria Trumbull mystery is sure to charm long-time fans and first-time readers. Read more

Meet Miss Jane Treen – the coffee-drinking cat lover dressed head to toe in tweed, who just happens to be a secret super sleuth!London, 1941: Miss Jane Treen is at her desk, strong black coffee in hand and fluffy ginger cat by her side, when her top-secret government work is interrupted by an urgent call to Devon. A woman has been found dead in a lake in a place where she shouldn’t have been. Jane needs to gather the clues and find the killer before someone else from the agency gets hurt…Shy and handsome code-breaker Arthur Cilento is bewildered by the arrival of the efficient Miss Treen and her cat Marmaduke. She bursts into his life unexpectedly, forcing him out of his comfort zone. The reluctant colleagues huddle near the warmth of a crackling fire in Arthur's country home, working to piece together the murderous puzzle at hand.In the sleepy Devon village, someone is hiding something: but is it the busybody vicar and his sister, the dutiful housekeeper and her secretive son, the stern librarian, or someone else altogether? And who were the people with the woman in the lake on the day she died?No sooner have Arthur and Jane have drawn up a list of suspects, than a parcel reveals a clue that sends them in hot pursuit of a coded diary stashed in a village church. But as the heavy wooden door slams behind them and a key turns in the lock, one thing is sure: they need to unravel the truth and crack this code before the killer decides their number is up…But if they can catch the culprit in time, might this unusual pair become the finest crime-solving partnership since Holmes and Watson hung up their hats…?If you love twisty crime novels, top-secret intrigue and the very best of Golden Age mysteries, then you will adore Helena Dixon’s totally gripping cozy novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, T E Kinsey and Verity Bright!What readers are saying about The Secret Detective Agency:‘I ATE this up. what more could I ask for???… Loved it.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Hooked from start to finish… This book is an absolute delight!’ reading_barefoot_on_the_beach‘DANCE WITH BOOK GLEE AND READ HAPPILY!!… I love the characters! One moment I thought I knew who it was! The next minute a dead body shows up! I devoured it!… Must Read!… Bravo!!! 🍭’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Absolutely hooked from the start. Full of action but cosy!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘The reveal. WHOOSH! THAT was unexpected. I was so sure of who it was...I was V E R Y wrong :-) . A really great read!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I just loved this book! I read this book within a couple of hours in one sitting as I couldn’t put it down.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I was hooked from the very beginning. I LOVED the cat. I need more Marmaduke!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Oh my goodness what a journey. So ridiculously good.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Terrific! Wonderfully paced and beautifully written, kept me enthralled for the entire book.’ Novel Kicks,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Reels you in, I didn't want to put it down… Kept me guessing and on the edge of my seat!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Keeps you racing and guessing through every moment! Absolutely loved it!’ writergirl5786‘I devoured The Secret Detective Agency in a single sitting—it was that good! The twists really kept me guessing!’ NetGalley reviewer‘Oooh! A Second World War spy thriller-cum-murder mystery! Who could resist?’ Reading, Writing, Wandering,⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A joy to read! I was glued to the pages!’Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more

Knives Out and Clue meet Agatha Christie and The Thursday Murder Club in this “utterly original” (Jane Harper), “not to be missed” (Karin Slaughter), fiendishly clever blend of classic and modern murder mystery.“A witty twist on classic whodunits… Stevenson not only 'plays fair,' he plays the mystery game very, very well.” -- Maureen Corrigan, Washington PostEveryone in my family has killed someone. Some of us, the high achievers, have killed more than once. I’m not trying to be dramatic, but it is the truth. Some of us are good, others are bad, and some just unfortunate.I’m Ernest Cunningham. Call me Ern or Ernie. I wish I’d killed whoever decided our family reunion should be at a ski resort, but it’s a little more complicated than that.Have I killed someone? Yes. I have.Who was it?Let’s get started.EVERYONE IN MY FAMILY HAS KILLED SOMEONEMy brotherMy stepsisterMy wifeMy fatherMy motherMy sister-in-lawMy uncleMy stepfatherMy auntMe Read more

A Forty-Something Witch with a New CareerA Gargoyle Sheriff Raising a DaughterAnd an Enchanted Island Full of SecretsIt’s almost time for GiGi’s wedding, which means one thing—bachelorette party! Shayla and the gang are headed to Mystery Mansion, a supernatural inn where the walls move, doors disappear, and entire rooms shift without warning. It’s all part of the fun… until it’s not.When a guest from another party goes missing and later turns up dead, Shayla and the gang slip into PADA mode to uncover the truth. But when one of their own vanishes within the mansion’s ever-changing corridors, the mystery becomes personal.With time running out and the mansion itself working against them, Shayla and the gang must solve the case before the killer strikes again. Will GiGi’s bachelorette party be legendary for the right reasons? Or will the wedding party head back to Enchanted Island one short? Read more

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“Anne Hillerman deserves recognition as one of the finest mystery authors currently working in the genre.”—New York Journal of BooksIn this gripping chapter in New York Times bestselling author Anne Hillerman’s Leaphorn, Chee & Manuelito series, the detectives must sort out a save-the-planet meditation group connected to a mysterious death and a nefarious scheme targeting vulnerable indigenous people living with addiction.The Navajo Nation police are on high alert when a U.S. Cabinet Secretary schedules an unprecedented trip to the little Navajo town of Shiprock, New Mexico. The visit coincides with a plan to resume uranium mining along the Navajo Nation border. Tensions around the official’s arrival escalate when the body of a stranger is found in an area restricted for the disposal of radioactive uranium waste. Is it coincidence that a cult with a propensity for violence arrives at a private camp group outside Shiprock the same week to celebrate the summer solstice? When the outsiders’ erratic behavior makes their Navajo hosts uneasy, Officer Bernadette Manuelito is assigned to monitor the situation. She finds a young boy at grave risk, abused women, and other shocking discoveries that plunge her and Lt. Jim Chee into a volatile and deadly situation.Meanwhile, Darleen Manuelito, Bernie’s high spirited younger sister, learns one of her home health clients is gone–and the woman’s daughter doesn’t seem to care. Darleen’s curiosity and sense of duty combine to lead her to discover that the client’s grandson is also missing and that the two have become ensnared in a wickedly complex scheme exploiting indigenous people. Darleen’s information meshes with a case Chee has begun to solve that deals with the evil underside of human nature. Read more

A brutal murder. A brother charged with the crime. Can Kitty Worthington find the killer before he pays with his life?Kitty Worthington couldn’t be happier. Her marriage to CDI Robert Crawford Sinclair is glorious, her detective agency is thriving, and her brother Richard is on the mend after a close brush with death.Now permanently home from his archeological excavations, Richard has taken a position at the British Museum. His lectures on Egyptian antiquities and the mummification process draw patrons like moths to a flame. But when he suspects several items in the Egyptian collection were stolen, he confronts the acquisitions curator. Outraged by the accusation, the director of the museum fires him. Days later, the curator's gruesome remains are found, mummified.It doesn’t take long for suspicion to fall on Richard. Not only is he an expert on mummification, but he has no alibi for the time of the murder. Fearing what will happen if he’s charged with the crime, Kitty sets out to prove his innocence. Soon, she discovers the curator was not who he seemed. As she stumbles into a world of strange cults and idol worship, she encounters a mesmerizing creature who leads her down a path to darkness. And death.Murder at the British Museum, Book 11 in The Kitty Worthington Mysteries, is another captivating historical cozy mystery from the pen of USA Today Bestselling Author Magda Alexander. This riveting tale is sure to thrill you and keep you up nights. Read more

A pretty seaside town, a body on the beach, and a boatload of clues. Can super-sleuth Miss Jane Treen solve the mystery?England, 1941: When Jane Treen is summoned to her boss’s office at the end of a long day, she smooths down her tweed skirt and makes them both another strong pot of coffee. Brigadier Remmington-Blythe slides a folded copy of the evening newspaper towards her, with one small article circled in red ink. A body has been found on an English beach in the little seaside town where she grew up, and he wants her to investigate. Jane is used to managing secret agents and spies, but she is now part of The Secret Detective Agency, England’s answer to solving the most mysterious murders. Making her way to the coast and brimming with curiosity, she’s heartened that shy and handsome codebreaking genius Arthur Cilento will be joining her to help her wade through the fishy goings-on. Although Jane doubts he will appreciate her bringing her beloved one-eyed cat, Marmaduke…Together, Jane and Arthur drop anchor in her crumbling childhood home overlooking the sandy beach where the body was found. Surrounded by potential suspects, their eyes are on a devious doctor, an eccentric artist and a secret sweetheart. But as Jane and Arthur are searching for the truth, those giving evidence start to clam up. One thing seems sure: they need to reel in the killer before they’re out of their depth…Can The Secret Detective Agency triumph again, or will they meet their watery end at high tide?If you love twisty crime novels, top-secret intrigue and the very best of Golden Age mysteries, then you will adore Helena Dixon’s totally gripping cozy novel, perfect for fans of Agatha Christie, T.E. Kinsey and Verity Bright! What readers are saying about The Seaside Murders:‘Kept me awake most of the night as I just had to finish it… grabbed my attention from the first page… with each new revelation, I just kept wanting to turn the pages… I highly recommend this book!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Amazing 😍… I loved every. single. moment… And we need to talk about that ending… I was shocked?! I had a few suspects but oh, how wrong I was!! 😅’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Had me flipping pages like crazy!… I loved the twisty plot!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️What readers are saying about Helena Dixon:‘I LOVED this book!… Just perfection. If I had to sum this book up in three words it would be WOW WOW WOW.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Fantastic… I absolutely loved… Unputdownable… Absolutely addictive… Kept me turning the pages late at night!!… I LOVED it.’ Bookworm86, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘I could not put this down!! I read this in one sitting. I need more than 5 stars for this book! I absolutely loved it!’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Perfection!... I will be reading Helena’s books for life!... I always go to them when I’m having a good or bad day or in between days lol. Bravo!!!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘I cannot put it down… I tore through this book!’ Goodreads reviewer‘Excellent… I read it in one sitting.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️‘Gripping… I wasn’t able to stop reading… Excellent.’ Scrapping and Playing, ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Read more

An April 2025 Library Reads Pick“A brilliant follow-up that proves Kristen Perrin is here to stay...A thrilling story that ends with a big reveal you won't see coming, even though the clues were in front of you the entire time!”—G.T. Karber, international bestselling author of MurdleNew York Times bestselling author Kristen Perrin is back and better than ever with her second Castle Knoll Murder Mystery.Welcome to Castle Knoll, the idyllic English village home to a surprising number of murderers.Present day: Annie Adams is just settling into life in Castle Knoll when local fortune teller Peony Lane shares a cryptic message only hours before being found dead inside the locked Gravesdown Estate. Annie has no choice but to delve into the dark secrets of her new countryside home in order to find out just what Peony Lane was trying to warn her about, before her brand new life comes crashing down around her.1967: Teenage Frances Adams, Annie’s great aunt, finds herself caught between two men. Ford Gravesdown is one of the only remaining members of a family known for its wealth and dubious uses of power. Archie Foyle is a local who can’t hold down a job and lives above the village pub. But when Frances teams up with Archie to investigate the car crash that killed most of Ford's family, it quickly becomes clear that this was no accident—hints of cover-ups, lies, and betrayals abound. The question is, just how far does the blackness creep through the heart of Castle Knoll? When Frances uncovers secrets kept by both Ford and Archie, she starts to wonder: What exactly has she gotten herself into?As Annie and Frances investigate two new mysteries spanning decades, they’ll unlock the next level of secrets held in Castle Knoll’s dark heart. Read more

'Clear your diaries for another marvellous Merrywell mystery!' Clare Chase'Kept me guessing right until the end' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'If you’re looking for a cosy murder mystery then I 100% recommend this book.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐In a quaint village in the Peak District, murder is brewing…Violet Brewster is settling into the quiet life in Merrywell. The last thing she needs is to get mixed up in a police investigation…When a snazzy tearoom opens at the local garden centre on Bluebell Hill, residents flock to visit the establishment. But not everyone is happy about the new business venture…Matters escalate when the owner of the tearoom is found dead on the premises. As Violet unwittingly finds herself at the centre of another murder mystery, can she shift suspicion away from those closest to her and find the true culprit?Praise for the Violet Brewster series:'An entertaining and engaging cozy mystery set against a beautiful backdrop.’ Clare Chase‘A thoroughly enjoyable and suspenseful story’ Daily Mail‘Jane Bettany delivers cosy with a dash of sass – thoroughly enjoyable and utterly irresistible’ Peter Boland‘A murder mystery with a blossoming romance … what more could one ask for? Delicious!’ Katie Gayle‘Completely compelling from the get-go, I didn’t want to put it down! Brilliant cosy mystery at its most charming best.’ Jonathan Whitelaw‘A perfect cosy mystery with an engaging cast of characters and a beautifully drawn setting’ Roz Watkins'If you love cozy crime/mystery books then you will not be disappointed… A book to put to the top of your ‘must read now’ pile!’ C.L. Peache Read more

Five gripping mysteries. Two unforgettable detectives. One hauntingly beautiful corner of Wales. Find out why readers can't put these books down.Ex-policewoman Fabia Havard is trying to rebuild her life in the quiet Welsh town of Pontygwyn after a career-ending scandal. But when murder rocks her community, she’s drawn back into investigation — and into the orbit of her former colleague, Detective Chief Inspector Matt Lambert.From the body of a teenage girl found beneath an ancient bridge to a ruthless killing among the wealthy elite, Havard and Lambert must uncover secrets that the stunning Welsh valleys would rather keep buried. Together, they battle small-town politics, personal betrayals, and dangerous criminals — all while confronting the tension that still simmers between them.Fans of Joy Ellis, Faith Martin, and LJ Ross will fall in love with the evocative setting, twisting plots, and complex characters of The Havard and Lambert Mysteries.This box set includes:Murder in the Valleys — A brutal death beneath a centuries-old bridge leads Fabia back to the police world she thought she had left behind.Murder at the Old Abbey — A hidden past and a deadly secret collide among the ruins of an ancient abbey.Murder by the River Usk — A body in the river, a community in shock, and a killer closer to home than anyone suspects.Murder in a Welsh Town — Tensions run high when a beloved local figure is found dead — and everyone has something to hide.Murder of a Gentleman — A seemingly genteel gathering spirals into betrayal, lies, and a shocking murder.Meet the Detectives:Fabia Havard: Once a high-flying police superintendent, Fabia left the force under a cloud of suspicion. Now working as an illustrator, she can't help but be drawn into the dark currents swirling beneath her picturesque Welsh hometown. Sharp-witted, fiercely independent, and haunted by the past, Fabia refuses to turn a blind eye when justice is at stake.Matt Lambert: Detective Chief Inspector Matt Lambert knows how to play by the rules — and when to break them. Dedicated, brooding, and burdened by old griefs, Matt is not sure he can trust Fabia again. But when bodies begin to fall, he’ll need all the help he can get — even if it means reopening old wounds.What readers are saying — over 10,000 five-star reviews!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Fabulous reading. Couldn’t put this book down. Great storytelling and very captive too." — Little Lou⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "This was a long book, filled with a Cold Case of Murder. I love all the characters involved with the books!" — Elva in Shropshire⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "A terrific 'whodunnit' — really well written and compelling reading." — Bookman⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Another excellent story from Pippa McCathie. I am working my way through her books. Highly recommend!" — Jane Wilson-Hall⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "An excellent writer of 'cosy crime stories'. Carefully plotted, swift-moving and easy to follow." — Amazon UK reviewerLove gripping British mysteries with atmosphere, intrigue, and heart? Download The Havard and Lambert Mysteries box set today and dive into five riveting tales of murder, secrets, and redemption Read more

A cop races against time to prevent his own death in this heart-pounding thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author Dean Koontz.Harry Lyon is a rational man, a cop who refuses to let his job harden his soul. His partner urges him to surrender to the chaos of life. But Harry believes in order and reason. Then one fateful day, he's forced to shoot a man—and a homeless stranger with bloodshot eyes utteres the haunting words that challenge Harry Lyon’s sanity...“Ticktock, ticktock. You'll be dead in sixteen hours...Dead by dawn...Dead by dawn...Dead by dawn...” Read more

2023 EDGAR AWARD NOMINEE, LILIAN JACKSON BRAUN AWARD"An absolute joy to read. Funny, entertaining, and beautifully written." —B. A. Paris, New York Times bestselling authorA delightfully clever new mystery from creator of BBC One's hilarious murder mystery series Death in ParadiseMeet Judith: a seventy-seven-year-old whiskey drinking, crossword puzzle author living her best life in a dilapidated mansion on the outskirts of Marlow.Nothing ever happens here. That is, until Judith hears her neighbor shot while skinny-dipping in the Thames. The local police don't believe her story. It's an open and shut case, of course. Ha! Stefan can't be left for dead like that.Judith investigates and picks up a crew of sidekicks: Suzie the dogwalker and Becks the vicar's wife. Together, they are the Marlow Murder Club.When another body turns up, they realize they have a real-life serial killer on their hands. And the puzzle they set out to solve has become a trap from which they might never escape…Robert Thorogood, has turned the Christie-mystery on its head with this ever-so-sly cozy perfect for readers who love Richard Osmond's Thursday Murder Club and An Elderly Lady is Up to No Good."Lightweight but no-nonsense and genuinely brainy"—Kirkus Reviews"Damn right funny and heartwarming…great fun"—Crime Time"I love Robert Thorogood's writing."—Peter James, international bestselling author Read more

Across the Pacific Northwest, a twisted killer stalks victims representing ancient archetypes: The Ruler. The Warrior. The Scholar. The Priest. Four are dead, leaving FBI investigators puzzled by the macabre, color-coded shrines the killer left behind.And clues now point to a fifth victim.With only two weeks until retirement, seasoned FBI Agent Claire Anderson is desperately trying to balance her work and complex home life when she's called in for one last job: lead a special task force to hunt down the enigmatic "Color Killer."That task force is the FBI's Special-Washington-Oregon-Regional-Detachment—nicknamed S.W.O.R.D. Now, Claire must marshal the talents of an eclectic crew of agents, including a brilliant criminal psychologist, a street-savvy undercover prodigy, a rugged covert-ops specialist, and a quirky tech savant.Pursuing the killer through the rain-soaked streets and deep forests of the Pacific Northwest, the men and women of S.W.O.R.D. must delve into an ancient lost religion, its shocking view of life and death, and the dark mind of a cunning psychopath. But when clues start intertwining with Claire's own life, she realizes she's up against a predator who's always one step ahead.The fifth victim is closer than she ever imagined.Dive into Book 1 of the blockbuster new FBI Task Force S.W.O.R.D Series by D.D. Black, author of the #1 international bestselling series, The Thomas Austin Crime Thrillers.Praise from early readers:"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I've never read about a serial killer this strange, this interesting. And I've never rooted so hard for a group of FBI agents—they're relatable, complex individuals who felt real on every page. Even the golden retriever had an amazing backstory! I couldn't read The Fifth Victim fast enough, and I can't wait for the next installment.""⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ As good as his Thomas Austin novels, maybe even better.""⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great use of the Pacific Northwest setting, great characters, and a murder case both psychologically and philosophically fascinating. This is a one of the most enjoyable, satisfying mystery novels I've ever read."Series List:Book 1: The Fifth VictimBook 2: We Forget NothingBook 3: Widows of Medina (Available November 2024) Read more

Sometimes it takes real teeth…To take a bite out of crime.Newly married dog-trainer and amateur sleuth, Eve, is thrilled when her best friend, Tiana, gives birth to a beautiful and healthy baby. Since Tiana is on maternity leave, a temp worker is covering for her at the dental clinic where she works. Things at the clinic take a dark turn when a part-time dentist is murdered.Feeling a bit overwhelmed, Eve has to juggle solving the crime while trying to keep Tiana from getting too stressed, all while adjusting to married life and keeping up with her various responsibilities.When a young dentist turns up and offers to take a full-time position, it seems too good to be true and makes Eve wonder if the new dentist killed the part-timer to take his job.Can Eve drill down to the facts in the case and cap it off by catching a killer? Find out in this exciting Canine Cozy Mystery! Read more