Carolyn Hart est une maîtresse accomplie du mystère, reconnue pour son approche ludique des thèmes sombres et son humour vif qui imprègne ses récits. Elle crée des personnages à la fois pleins d'esprit et attachants, plaçant souvent ses histoires pleines de suspense dans des cadres chaleureux et invitants. Son style distinctif se caractérise par des intrigues complexes conçues pour tenir les lecteurs en haleine jusqu'à la dernière page, ainsi que par des observations perspicaces qui apportent profondeur et charme à ses récits policiers.
Bailey Ruth Raeburn, a lively ghost with a passion for the holidays, continues to embrace life—even after death. Her cheerful spirit drives her to intervene in the affairs of the living, bringing joy and festive cheer. As she navigates her afterlife, Bailey Ruth's adventures blend humor and heartwarming moments, showcasing her determination to make a difference during the holiday season.
Annie Darling, a dedicated bookstore owner, finds herself embroiled in a deadly missing person case that disrupts her summer. Set against the backdrop of the beloved Death on Demand series, the story combines mystery and suspense as Annie navigates the complexities of the investigation, revealing the darker side of her community. As the stakes rise, she must balance her responsibilities with the urgency of solving the case before it's too late.
In this engaging mystery, Bailey Ruth Raeburn returns to assist a ghostly matchmaker haunting a library. As a skilled detective from the afterlife, she navigates the intricacies of love and relationships, all while unraveling a captivating mystery. The story blends humor and supernatural elements, showcasing Hart's signature charm and wit. Readers can expect a delightful mix of romance and intrigue as Bailey Ruth works to bring souls together, both in life and beyond.
She came in the rain. Alone. On a bicycle. After more than a decade Iris Tilford is back in Broward's Rock—and her return has nasty and unexpected repercussions that are rocking Annie and Max Darling's sea island hometown. Years ago Iris disappeared after a fatal high school tragedy. Now that she's home again, Annie's extending the hand of friendship by inviting the sad, beautiful, and mysterious stranger to the Darlings' party at the pavilion. But Death, as it turns out, is an uninvited guest at their gala. Suddenly Max and Annie are in the middle of a devastating storm of rage, secrets, and murder that they don't understand. All they do know is that now someone is trying to kill them—and it's someone they call their friend.
Set against the picturesque backdrop of Broward's Rock, the story unfolds as mystery bookstore owner Annie Darling and her husband, Max, confront a chilling series of deaths tied to the local youth recreation center. Their expertise in problem-solving is put to the test as they navigate a complex web of intrigue and betrayal, revealing the darker side of their seemingly tranquil island community.
Set against the backdrop of a Baltic cruise, retired reporter Henrie O is drawn into a web of intrigue when her friend Jimmy seeks her help regarding his wife, Sophia, a renowned filmmaker facing threats from her wealthy stepchildren. As Henrie O navigates the complexities of family dynamics and potential danger, she must uncover whether the heirs truly want Sophia dead or if other motives are at play. The story intertwines friendship, loyalty, and the quest for truth amidst a glamorous yet perilous setting.
Set against the backdrop of a murder mystery cruise, Annie Darling finds herself entangled in a deadly game when a guest falls overboard, leading to a series of murders. As the owner of a bookstore specializing in crime fiction, she begins to unravel connections between the victims, unaware that the killer is highly skilled and the situation is escalating. With elements of arson, assault, and robbery woven into the plot, Annie must navigate a complex web of danger to uncover the truth before it's too late.
In a coastal town, the murder of a beloved Southern literary figure disrupts the community and draws amateur sleuth Annie Darling into a web of intrigue. As she navigates the complexities of small-town relationships and secrets, Annie must uncover the truth behind the crime, all while grappling with the impact on her own life and the town's reputation. This installment of the series promises a blend of suspense, wit, and a deep dive into the literary world that shapes the characters' lives.
The show must go on . . . When mystery bookstore owner Annie Laurance is invited to stage a Mystery Night for the annual antebellum house tour of the Historical Preservation Society of Chastain, South Carolina, she instead finds herself the leading lady in a flesh-and-blood drama. The play's the thing wherein the curtain falls on mean-spirited grande dame Corinne Webster. While jeweled fingers point, accusing Annie of murder, the perpetrator lurks within the genteel cast of Murder-Most-Make-Believe . . . and the murder weapon is one of the props. In the tight-laced society of Chastain, Annie is guilty until proven innocent. With her fiance, Max Darling, Annie pieces together evidence to clear her name—until her chief witness is murdered. Now it will take all her sleuthing skills to discover the evil in the heart of Chastain's Beautiful People.
Set in the afterlife, the story follows Bailey Ruth Raeburn, a ghost who becomes a part of Heaven's Department of Good Intentions. Embracing her new role, she leverages her ghostly abilities to assist those in need and confront the wicked, ensuring they face appropriate consequences. This blend of mystery and supernatural elements creates an engaging narrative filled with humor and heart, showcasing Bailey's adventures as she navigates her eternal sleuthing career.