Les premières expériences de narration de Kate Kingsbury pendant le Londres en temps de guerre lui ont inculqué une profonde compréhension de la résilience humaine et du pouvoir narratif. Son œuvre étendue explore les complexités des relations et la vie intérieure de ses personnages, créant des récits profondément captivants et émotionnellement résonnants. Kingsbury explore magistralement des thèmes tels que l'amour, la perte et la recherche d'appartenance, en utilisant un style d'écriture riche et évocateur. Les lecteurs sont attirés par ses intrigues captivantes, ses décors authentiques et la tapisserie vibrante de vies qu'elle dépeint si vivement.
Set during the festive season at the Pennyfoot Hotel, the story unfolds with a dwindling number of guests but an alarming increase in murders. As the holiday cheer is overshadowed by sinister events, the protagonist must navigate through the chaos to uncover the truth behind the rising body count, blending mystery with seasonal intrigue.
Set against the backdrop of the Pennyfoot Hotel during the Christmas season, this mystery unfolds when the hired Santa Claus is found murdered. Cecily Sinclair Baxter must navigate the chaos of the holiday while unraveling the dark secrets surrounding the crime. With a blend of festive cheer and suspense, she delves into the lives of her guests and staff, revealing hidden motives and unexpected twists as she seeks to solve the case before the holiday spirit is irreparably tarnished.
When one of the first guests at her Oregon coast B&B; dies, it's up to Melanie West to find the in-house murderer.
Set against the backdrop of the Pennyfoot Hotel during the festive season, the kitchen staff is busy crafting a sumptuous Christmas meal. However, the preparations take a dark turn as the plum pudding becomes the center of a mysterious threat, hinting that the holiday cheer may be overshadowed by danger. The story combines culinary delights with suspense, promising a blend of charm and intrigue.
The peace and tranquility of the Misty Bay Tearoom is rocked by murder and a long-buried secret hidden in a most unlikely place in bestselling author Kate Kingsbury’s second charming book for fans of Cleo Coyle and Laura Childs. It seemed like a simple case: the murder of Lewis Trenton, a beachcomber who lived alone in a cabin in the Oregon hills. But the newspaper article piques the interest of Vivian Wainwright, owner of the British-style Misty Bay Tearoom. The photo accompanying the article shows Lewis’s cluttered living room, and on the shelf is a replica of Big Ben. Vivian is sure she sold the clock a week before in her shop. Who could have given the replica to Lewis? Unable to keep from doing a bit of sleuthing, Vivian hunts down the replica in a local thrift shop, noticing that the base is missing, rendering it worthless, but just as Vivian is about to throw it in the trash, a sparkle catches her eye. It’s a diamond, hidden away in a crevice in the clock. Vivian takes the diamond to Detective Tony Messina, who identifies it as part of a jewelry heist in Portland a month earlier. Portland police think Lewis was the fence who sold the jewels, and that he was killed after double-crossing the thieves—but Messina doesn’t believe the story. What was the true motive behind Lewis’s murder? How did he come upon the diamond? And what secrets can the clock tell—before the killer strikes again?
Set against the festive backdrop of the Pennyfoot Hotel, this cozy mystery unfolds as Cecily Sinclair Baxter discovers that the holiday spirit is marred by unexpected troubles. As decorations adorn the hotel, she uncovers secrets that reveal not everyone has been on their best behavior. With a blend of charm and intrigue, the story invites readers to unravel the mystery behind the holiday mishaps.
Amidst the holiday season, Cecily Sinclair Baxter finds herself entangled in a murder investigation and the disappearance of her husband at the Pennyfoot Hotel. As she navigates the challenges of solving the crime while managing the hotel's festivities, the story unfolds with twists that blend mystery and seasonal cheer, showcasing Cecily's determination and resourcefulness in a time of crisis.
Set during the holiday season, this charming mystery unfolds at the Pennyfoot Hotel, where the atmosphere is reminiscent of classic Agatha Christie whodunits infused with elements of "Upstairs Downstairs." The story promises an engaging blend of intrigue and character dynamics, providing readers with a delightful escape into a world of secrets and festive cheer.
A dark spirit casts a shadow over the festive atmosphere at the Pennyfoot Hotel during Christmas, setting the stage for a gripping mystery. As the characters navigate the challenges posed by this supernatural threat, they must uncover the truth behind the eerie occurrences to restore joy to the holiday season. This installment in Kate Kingsbury's cozy historical series blends elements of intrigue with the charm of a classic Christmas setting.
Set in the festive atmosphere of the Pennyfoot Hotel, this Christmas mystery unfolds as both guests and staff gather under the kissing bough, a symbol of holiday cheer. However, the celebration turns dark when a cold-blooded killer strikes, threatening the spirit of the season. As tensions rise, the characters must navigate the dangers lurking in the hotel, blending holiday charm with suspense and intrigue.