Tuesday, July 1, 2025

A Purrfect Date - A Spotlight

Today I'd like to shine a light on a recent release that's on my TBR pile. A Purrfect Date by Alex Erickson is the second book in the Cat Yoga Mystery series and was released last week.


 Blurb:

Up-and-comer Ashley Branson usually aims to keep both feet placed firmly on the ground—unless she’s instructing a class at her trendy cat yoga studio. But she soon finds herself caught in a downward spiral when a stretch beyond her comfort zone leads to murder . . .

Ashley Branson is sure of one thing after experiencing a disastrous blind date—she would much rather enjoy the single life and hang out with playful felines at her studio, A Purrfect Pose, than ever compromise her inner peace like that again. When the mysterious guy makes a late arrival then has the nerve to dine and dash, it’s embarrassing. But when he winds up dead in his apartment that same night? Ash suddenly finds herself thrust into a twisted murder investigation and questioning if she might be shaping up to be the suspect . . . or the next victim.

Ash races to claw through a web of lies, hidden identities, and love lives even more complicated than her own to uncover the truth. Adding to the chaos, she believes her shifty neighbor—covered in unexplained injuries and rumored to harbor a crush on her—could be connected to the crime. Now, with more leads than she needs, Ash must take a deep breath, pull on her big-girl leggings, and move faster than the cunning killer who wants to put her in corpse pose for good . . .

Sunday, June 29, 2025

A Daughter's Guide to Mothers and Murder - A Review

Review

 
A DAUGHTER'S GUIDE TO MOTHERS AND MURDER 
By Dianne Freeman
The Eighth Countess of Harleigh Mystery
 
Frances Hazelton and her husband, George, are enjoying the tail end of their honeymoon in Paris before heading home to London. Alicia Stoke-Whitney also happens to be in town and asks Frances for help. An American whose previous wife was murdered has set his sights on her daughter. The killer was never caught, is it possible he killed her? Before Frances can even start to look into the matter, new evidence has come to light and the Hazleton's friend, Inspector Cadieux, has asked for their assistance. None other than actress Sarah Bernherdt has become a suspect and none of the French gendarme want to risk being reviled worldwide should she be arrested. Happy to be investigating once more the Hazeltons will use their social contacts and deductive powers to follow the trail, wherever it may lead.
 
I'm always delighted when another Countess of Harleigh Mystery is released as I know I will be in for an entertaining, well plotted, intriguing mystery filled with wonderful characters. This eighth entry in the series deals with relationships, scandals, and the special bond between mothers and daughters. There are several mother daughter duos here and I'm happily surprised in the change in Frances' mother and pleased with her help in the investigation. I truly appreciate how A DAUGHTER'S GUIDE TO MOTHERS AND MURDER dealt with certain domestic issues that are as timely now as they were then. 
 
I love the investigation, how Frances and George work together as well as with the police. I also grin at how Frances throws herself headlong in, no matter the danger. The mystery was complex, especially as the murder occurred some months prior, with a variety of suspects. Adding the incomparable Sarah Bernhardt to the mix was a fun choice.
 
A DAUGHTER'S GUIDE TO MOTHERS AND MURDER shows the strength of a mother's love in a myriad of circumstances while providing an intriguing and thought provoking mystery.

Friday, June 27, 2025

The Mysterious Case of the Missing Dog Walker - A Guest Post, Review, & Giveaway

I'm pleased to welcome Emily Hildebrandt to Cozy Up With Kathy today. You can fine Emily on the pages of the Redemption Detective Agency Mystery series by Michele Pariza Wacek. THE MYSTERIOUS CASE OF THE MISSING DOG WALKER is the second book is the series and was released last week.


Musings From Emily Hildebrandt about “The Mysterious Case of the Missing Dog Walker”

Let me begin by saying I’ve never been a dog person. Nor have I ever been a detective.

I like order. And calmness. I’m happiest when everything is in its proper place and I have a tidy to-do list where I can cross tasks off as I complete them.

Dogs and investigations are none of those things. There’s always an air of chaos and messiness surrounding both being a detective and having a dog.

Which is why this particular case was so aggravating. Not only was I the one in charge of the case, but it was a case about a missing dog.

Except I was told the dog wasn’t missing. Actually, that’s not true. I was told the dog never existed in the first place.

Ugh. Talk about things not being neat and tidy.

Anyway, despite being everything that I hate, I have found myself starting to warm up to being both a dog person and a detective.

Much to my surprise.

Let’s start with becoming a dog person. I never thought I would EVER own a dog, much less a large, scruffy, yellow lab mix that sheds constantly.

And yet…I now have Scout. Although, in all fairness, Scout chose me.

He was a stray who wouldn’t let anyone touch him until I came around. And it’s a good thing he did, because I never would have cracked this case without his help.

Which leads me to becoming a detective. I’m discovering that I have a bit of knack for investigating. I never dreamed this would be the case, but it seems I’m pretty good at cracking cases.

And, dare I say it, I’ve even discovered that I’m enjoying it.

Just a little. I still prefer my spreadsheets and checklists and bringing order to a chaotic detective agency. But I’m finding it’s a nice break to get my hands dirty with a case or two. 

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THE MYSTERIOUS CASE OF THE MISSING DOG WALKER is Book 2 of The Redemption Detective Agency, is a funny, twisty, romcom cozy mystery series set in the 1990s featuring silver sleuths solving cold cases, cats, dogs and an opposites attract love triangle. Great for fans of the Thursday Murder Club. 
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Review


THE MYSTERIOUS CASE OF THE MISSING DOG WALKER 
By Michele Pariza Wacek
The Second Redemption Detective Agency Mystery 
 
Emily Hildebrandt continues to find herself in the most mind boggling situations since moving to Redemption and becoming the office manager of her Aunt Tilde's detective agency. A dog that may or may not have existed and may or may not have gone missing, a husband who may be a rotten cheating scoundrel with a wife who is way too interested in an influential family are not the themes of a television show, but rather the new cases of the Redemption Detective Agency. While her aunt and friends prepare for their stakeout, including who's bringing what in the way of snacks, Emily starts to look into the case of the dog who went missing a year ago. However, she comes up with more questions than answers.
 
The second Redemption Detective Agency Mystery brings lots of laughs as Emily tries to navigate the confusion and outlandishness that is the detective agency and its "detectives". Quick comments that go round and round, at times I felt I was in the middle of an Abbot and Costello routine, and laughing just as hard. The aunt, the cousin, what dog, who? I'm still grinning. I also am enjoying the romantic aspect...or non romance as it were. I know where, or more importantly who, Emily should be placing her attention, despite Mildred. I have a feeling more is going on with another character-and it's not good. 
 
I'm really drawn to the uniqueness that is Redemption. I love learning more about its past and can't wait as more comes to light. I have a feeling there's a lot more shadiness coming and hope the Redemption Detective Agency is ready for it. I also enjoy that the series is set in the 1990s. At one point Emily was trying to memorize something on a sheet of paper and I was thinking why doesn't she quickly take a picture of it with her phone. Then it dawned on me this was the 90s. Heck, in 1990 I didn't even have my own computer let alone a mobile phone and was sending my film out to be developed! I certainly appreciate the difficulty of detecting without our current tools.
 
Lots of laughs, quirky characters, and a puzzling mystery make THE MYSTERIOUS CASE OF THE MISSING DOG WALKER a fantastic fast paced read. I love this series and can't wait to learn more about this mysterious town that truly is one of the characters.
 
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 The Mysterious Case of the Missing Dog Walker (The Redemption Detective Agency) by Michele Pariza Wacek

About The Mysterious Case of the Missing Dog Walker

The Mysterious Case of the Missing Dog Walker (The Redemption Detective Agency)
Cozy Mystery 2nd in Series
Setting - 1990s Wisconsin
Publisher: ‎ Love-Based Publishing (June 18, 2025)
Print Length ~200 Pages

Emily Hildebrandt is not having a good week.

First off, she’s tasked with looking for, of all things, a missing dog. And not just any missing dog, but one owned by the aunt of Nick Stewart’s girlfriend, Trisha.

Like she wants anything to do Nick. Ever. She’s dating someone new and ready to take her life back.

Except…that missing dog case takes a strange turn when the owner tells her she never had a dog.

Why would Trisha lie about a missing dog? Or is Trisha’s aunt the one is lying?

As Emily digs deeper into the case, she uncovers far more than she bargained for.

A spin-off from the Charlie Kingsley Mystery series! The Redemption Detective Agency is a funny, twisty cozy mystery series set in the 1990s featuring silver sleuths solving cold cases. Great for fans of the Thursday Murder Club.

About Michele (PW) Pariza Wacek

A USA Today Bestselling, award-winning author, Michele taught herself to read at 3 years old because she wanted to write stories so badly. It took some time (and some detours) but she does spend much of her time writing stories now. Mystery stories, to be exact. They're clean and twisty, and range from psychological thrillers to cozies, with a dash of romance and supernatural thrown into the mix. If that wasn't enough, she posts lots of fun things on her blog, including short stories, puzzles, recipes and more, at MPWNovels.com.

Michele grew up in Wisconsin, (hence why all her books take place there), and still visits regularly, but she herself escaped the cold and now lives in the mountains of Prescott, Arizona with her husband and southern squirrel hunter Cassie.

When she's not writing, she's usually reading, hanging out with her dog, or watching the Food Network and imagining she's an awesome cook. (Spoiler alert, she's not. Luckily for the whole family, Mr. PW is in charge of the cooking.)

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Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Currently Reading...

I'm currently reading A Daughter's Guide to Mothers and Murder by Dianne Freeman. This book is the eighth in the Countess of Harleigh Mystery series and was released yesterday.

Frances Hazelton and her husband, George, are enjoying the tail end of their honeymoon in Paris before heading home to London. Alicia Stoke-Whitney also happens to be in town and asks Frances for help. An American whose previous wife was murdered has set his sights on her daughter. The killer was never caught, is it possible he killed her? Before Frances can even start to look into the matter, new evidence has come to light and the Hazleton's friend, Inspector Cadieux, has asked for their assistance. None other than actress Sarah Bernherdt has become a suspect and none of the French gendarme want to risk being reviled worldwide should she be arrested. Happy to be investigating once more the Hazeltons will use their social contacts and deductive powers to follow the trail, wherever it may lead.

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Murder Under a Mystic Moon - A Spotlight & Giveaway

Today I'd like to shine a spotlight on a recent release. Murder Under a Mystic Moon by Abigail Keam is the fourteenth book in the Mona Moon Mystery series and was released earlier this month. 

 Murder Under A Mystic Moon: A 1930s Mona Moon Historical Cozy Mystery by Abigail Keam

About Murder Under A Mystic Moon

 

Murder Under A Mystic Moon: A 1930s Mona Moon Historical Cozy Mystery
Historical Cozy Mystery 14th in Series
Setting - 1935 Malta
Publisher: ‎ Worker Bee Press (June 17, 2025)
Number of Pages – 230

High society sleuth Mona Moon and her husband, Robert Farley, Duke of Brynelleth, are on the last leg of their honeymoon. They are island hopping in the sunny Mediterranean Sea, sightseeing all the ancient archaeological ruins before returning home to Mooncrest Farm in Kentucky. They find it odd that they keep running into old friends like Agatha Christie and associates along their trip. A sixth sense is telling Mona that danger is slowly closing in, but she has no idea how it will manifest itself. Will Mona’s dream honeymoon turn into a nightmare?

About Abigail Keam

 

Award-winning author Abigail Keam writes the Mona Moon Mystery Series—a rags-to-riches 1930s mystery series, which weaves real people and events into the story. “I am a student of history and love to insert historical information into my mysteries. There is an addendum at the end of the mystery to give more information. My goal is to entertain my readers, but if they learn a little something along the way—well, then we are both happy.” Miss Abigail currently lives in a metal house with her husband and various critters on the Palisades bordering the Kentucky River.  

AWARDS 2010 Gold Medal Award from Readers' Favorite for Death By A HoneyBee 2011 Gold Medal Award from Readers' Favorite for Death By Drowning 2011 USA BOOK NEWS-Best Books List of 2011 as a Finalist for Death By Drowning 2011 USA BOOK NEWS-Best Books List of 2011 as a Finalist for Death By A HoneyBee 2017 Finalist from Readers' Favorite for Death By Design 2019 Honorable Mention from Readers' Favorite for Death By Stalking 2019 Murder Under A Blue Moon voted top ten mystery reads by Kings River Life Magazine 2020 Finalist from Readers' Favorite for Murder Under A Blue Moon 2020 Imadjinn Award for Best Mystery for Death By Stalking 2022 Finalist in Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Finalist for Best Historical Category - Murder Under A Full Moon 2022 Finalist the Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Award for Best Historical Category - Murder Under A New Moon 2022 Death By Chance: A Josiah Reynolds Mystery Killer Nashville Silver Falchion Finalist for Best Cozy Mystery 2022 Top Ten Mystery Novel by Kings River Life Magazine for Murder Under A Bridal Moon: A 1930s Mona Moon Mystery 2022 Top Ten Mystery Novel by Kings River Life Magazine for Murder Under A British Moon: A 1930s Mona Moon Mystery  

The Rest of the Series Murder Under A Blue Moon Murder Under A Blood Moon Murder Under A Bad Moon Murder Under A Silver Moon Murder Under A Wolf Moon Murder Under A Black Moon Murder Under A Full Moon Murder Under A New Moon Murder Under A British Moon Murder Under A Bridal Moon Murder Under A Western Moon Murder Under A Honey Moon Murder Under A Cold Moon  

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Sunday, June 22, 2025

Strike the Death Note - A Review & Giveaway

 Review


STRIKE THE DEATH NOTE by Rebecca McKinnon
The Second Octavia Fields Mystery 

Back at Aerie Pines for the summer Octavia Fields is in for some unsettling news. Her music shop is struggling financially. Things are so grim that her accountant suggests she fire her employees! Not willing to lose them Octavia plans to meet with the college director in hopes of creating other ways to increase the shop's earnings. With the director running late Octavia decides to indulge in her favorite past time, communing with nature. But as she enjoys the quiet in the trees she comes across associate conductor Theodore Evans crouched over the body of a woman-a very dead woman with a baton sticking out of her chest. Despite declaring that she is not investigating, Octavia once again finds herself in the middle of a murder investigation. The good news is that it brings the dashing Detective Price back into her life, although that is a kind of bad, annoying thing as well. The really bad news is that the killer wants to make certain Octavia doesn't solve the crime!

I absolutely love this book and this series. There's perfect harmony between a richly detailed mystery, romantic tension, and an ideal setting flush with wonderful characters. Octavia, much to her dismay, is becoming more realistic and rational...almost "normal". As many around her expect her to dive in, both the murder and a relationship with Jake, Octavia is more cautious and resolute...even though the detective makes her toes tingle! I giggle at how Piper, Amy, and even Nonna, encourage the romance even as Octavia hesitates. The mystery is as compelling as Octavia's involvement.

Laugh out loud funny, yet with endearing characters STRIKE THE DEATH NOTE strikes all the right notes in this engaging mystery. I can't wait for Octavia to return to Aerie Pines!

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Strike the Death Note (Octavia Fields Mysteries) by Rebecca McKinnon

About Strike the Death Note

Strike the Death Note (Octavia Fields Mysteries)
Cozy Mystery 2nd in Series
Setting - Rocky Mountains
Independently Published (June 26, 2025)
Number of Pages — 250 

With just two weeks left of the summer at Aerie Pines, music shop owner Octavia Fields should be getting ready to head back to the nomadic life she lives most of the year—but the season is set to end in a minor key for her little shop.

Octavia’s determined to do everything she can to increase sales so her employees won’t have to bow out for the next season. If she’d known it would involve coming across a body with a conductor’s baton sticking out of its chest, she might not have been so eager.

While Octavia is trying to focus on her shop’s problem, music students who know she played a part in catching the last killer keep telling her what they know about the victim. She wants to pass the information on to the detective, but when one of her employees becomes a suspect, Octavia has no choice but to become the conductor of her own investigation.

Trying to save her shop, solve a murder, handle threats, and deal with her growing feelings for the lead detective is keeping Octavia’s score full—but she needs to find the sour note before someone else plays their finale!

About Rebecca McKinnon

Rebecca McKinnon enjoys playing with her imaginary friends and introducing them to others through her writing. She dreams of living in the middle of nowhere, but has been unable to find an acceptable location that wouldn’t require crossing an ocean.

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Friday, June 20, 2025

Mystery at an Irish Wedding - An Interview & Giveaway

I'm pleased to welcome Laura Cavanagh and Colin Vaughan to Cozy Up With Kathy today. Together, as L. C. Winters, they write the Half Moon Bay Mystery series. Mystery at an Irish Wedding is the first book in the series.

Kathy: In Mystery at an Irish Wedding, Clementine Moriarty returns to Half Moon Bay only to discover her ex-fiancé is getting married to her best friend, Charlotte. Have either of you faced a similar betrayal?

LCW: Thankfully, no! While we’ve both had our fair share of heartbreak and complicated friendships, we haven’t lived through that particular soap opera. But betrayal — whether romantic or platonic— is such a universal sting that it’s rich territory for a cozy mystery. Writing it gave us the perfect outlet for all those what-if scenarios and “I would have said…” moments.
 

Kathy: Many cultures have specific wedding traditions. What makes an Irish wedding special?

LCW: Irish weddings are warm, wild, and full of character. There’s a blend of tradition and mischief —handfasting ceremonies, Claddagh rings, and speeches that teeter between hilarity and heartfelt emotion. And of course, there’s always music. A proper Irish wedding isn’t complete without a bit of dancing and a few songs belted out in the wee hours. Sometimes the party continues through the night and most of the next day!
 

Kathy: Clementine's parents have a seaside art gallery. Do you like art? What types of paintings would you choose? 

LCW: We love art, especially the kind that tells a story or captures a place’s soul. Coastal landscapes, folk art, and slightly quirky portraits tend to draw us in. If it’s something you could imagine in a cozy seaside town, it’s probably right up our alley. Much like Mason we are fascinated by the originality of conceptual art and its ability to place the audience in the creation.
 

Kathy: You write as a team. How does that work? Does one person work more on the plot while the other writes the actual words?

LCW: Yes — Laura is the main writer, and I (Colin) act as editor-in-chief, sounding board, and occasional plot wrangler. We talk through everything from murder motives to what Clementine’s wearing in chapter three. It’s a true collaboration and one we both treasure. Sometimes it’s tea and brainstorming; other times, it’s coffee and “Wait, does this make any sense?”
 

Kathy: What first drew you to cozy mysteries?

LCW: There’s something comforting about justice being served in a charming village with colourful characters. We grew up loving whodunnits — Agatha Christie, Murder, She Wrote, all of it. Cozy mysteries are the literary equivalent of a cuppa on a rainy day.
 

Kathy: Do you write in any other genres? 

LCW: Yes! We’ve also dipped into fantasy and folklore, blending myth and modern life. But no matter the genre, there’s always a mystery at the heart of the story. We just can’t resist a good puzzle.
 

Kathy: Tell us about your series.

LCW: The Half Moon Bay Mysteries follow Clementine Moriarty, an amateur sleuth with a flair for fashion and a knack for stumbling into trouble in her hometown on the Irish coast. It’s full of charm, humour, small-town secrets — and a few unexpected murders. We also have other books in the works that mix mystery with fantasy, folklore, and even a touch of the supernatural.
 

Kathy: Do you have a favorite character? If so, who and why?

LCW: Mason Hughes, the local detective, is a favourite. He’s stoic but secretly funny, and his loyalty to Clementine makes him a rock in the storm. Plus, he has a pet fox named Mulder, and that kind of says it all.
 

Kathy: Did you have a specific inspiration for your series?

LCW: Yes, we wanted to write the kind of mystery we love to read: character-driven, slightly eccentric, with a strong sense of place. Ireland’s west coast was a big inspiration. There’s something both timeless and mysterious about a seaside village where everyone knows your name (and your secrets).
 

Kathy: What made you decide to publish your work?

LCW: We’d been writing stories for ourselves for years, but at some point, we thought — why not share them? Life’s too short to keep your sleuths to yourself. Self-publishing gave us the freedom to tell the stories exactly the way we wanted to.
 

Kathy: If you could have a dinner party and invite 4 authors, living or dead, in any genre, who would you invite?

LCW: Agatha Christie (for the mystery), Terry Pratchett (for the wit), Maeve Binchy (for the warmth), and Tana French (for the atmosphere). It would be an unforgettable night.
 

Kathy: What are you currently reading?

LCW: Right now, we’re reading The Thursday Murder Club series by Richard Osman. Witty, heartfelt, and clever — the perfect cozy crime with a twist.
 

Kathy: Will you share any of your hobbies or interests with us?

LCW: Aside from writing and reading? We love beach walks, puzzles, and creating games with our daughter. We have a background in coding and app development so it’s good to keep those skills active!
 

Kathy: Name 4 items you always have in your fridge or pantry.

LCW: Tea (we’re Irish — it’s non-negotiable), oat milk, pasta, and something sweet, usually chocolate.
 

Kathy: Do you have plans for future books either in your current series or a new series?

LCW: Absolutely. The next Half Moon Bay mystery is due for release in July, and we have another three in the works. We’re developing a new series with a supernatural twist which will be released later in the summer.


Kathy: What's your favorite thing about being an author?

LCW: Hearing from readers who connected with a character, laughed at a line, or couldn’t put the book down. There’s nothing more rewarding than knowing your story brought someone joy — or kept them guessing until the last page.

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 Mystery at an Irish Wedding: Half Moon Bay Mysteries by L.C. Winters

About Mystery at an Irish Wedding

Mystery at an Irish Wedding: Half Moon Bay Mysteries
Cozy Mystery 1st in Series Setting - Ireland
Independently Published (January 13, 2025)
Print length: ‎ 378 pages
"Wedding dresses, ex-fiancés, and a whole lot of murder—just another day in Half Moon Bay"

Therapist Clementine Moriarty thought her return to the whimsical seaside town of Half Moon Bay, nestled in cozy Donegal - would be a chance to reconnect with her roots, spend time at her parents' charming little seaside art gallery and heal from heartbreak. But her homecoming is anything but peaceful when she stumbles upon an unwelcome surprise—her ex-fiancé, Greg, is getting married to her best friend, Charlotte, on the very beach where Clementine was supposed to say "I do."

Through a series of unexpected twists and turns, what starts as a personal nightmare soon spirals into an intriguing mystery. An anonymous email had lured Clementine back home, but who sent it and why? As the wedding unfolds, tensions simmer, secrets surface, and Half Moon Bay’s picturesque façade begins to crack. When someone turns up dead with a series of baffling clues and puzzles, Clementine finds herself the role of unlikely detective as she becomes the prime suspect.

With the help of a heartwarming, blue-haired artist and her sharp intuition, Clementine must navigate a maze of jealous exes, local gossip, and buried betrayals to uncover the truth amid the charming and Whimsical backdrop of Donegal. But in a village where everyone has something to hide, will this quirky crime-solving team be able to unmask the killer before it's too late?

Perfect for fans of small-town mysteries, vibrant characters, clever clues, and a touch of romance, Murder at an Irish Wedding will keep you guessing until the final page.

About L. C. Winters

L.C. Winters is the pen name for Laura Cavanagh & Colin Vaughan. We are from Ireland, and we aim to bring our culture, cozy Irish atmosphere, legends and history into our stories. We write cozy mystery romance novels. Our focus is on creating a set of clever clues with twists and turns to keep you guessing until the very end. Our first series is called 'Half Moon Bay Mysteries and it is set in a small, seaside village in Ireland. Our stories promote a romanticised view of small-town life with a host of eccentric, lovable characters.

As avid mystery fans (we love the classics like Agatha Christie as well as modern cozy authors like Richard Osman), we love deciphering clues and trying to beat the detective to figure out who commited the crime. So we decided to create mysteries with a complex set of interrelated clues which are delivered in an easy to follow story. We hope that the ending of each of our mysteries is both a surprise and, at the same time, feels inevitable and 'right'.

Laura has a degree in Psychology and this is reflected in our protagonist Clementine who uses her Psychology know-how to figure out the motives, secrets and inconsistencies in each suspect.

With our cozy fiction, we aim to create heartwarming stories with lovable, quirky characters in a nice, soothing environment. Wherever you are when you are reading our stories, we hope to whisk you away to beautiful, picturesque Ireland to the seaside county of Donegal!

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