Friday’s Mystery eBooks
Rack, Ruin and Murder
by Ann Granger
Kindle $0.99 Rating: 4.2 #ad
When old Monty Bickerstaffe discovers a dead body in his drawing room, it’s up to Inspector Jess Campbell to get to the bottom of the mystery.
Monty is a recluse, holed up in his crumbling manor house being generally unpleasant to everyone, even those relatives he actually likes. When his family and locals claim they’ve never seen the murder victim before, Campbell smells a lie.
A Heartbeat Away
by Michael Palmer
Kindle $2.99 Rating: 4.3 #ad
On the night of the State of the Union address, President James Allaire expects to give the speech of his career. But no one anticipates the terrifying turn of events that forces him to quarantine everyone in the Capitol building. A terrorist group calling itself “Genesis” has unleashed WRX3883, a deadly, highly contagious virus, into the building. No one fully knows the deadly effect of the germ except for the team responsible for its development—a team headed by Allaire, himself. The only one who might be able to help is virologist Griffin Rhodes, currently in solitary confinement in a maximum security federal prison for alleged terrorist acts, including the attempted theft of WRX3883 from the lab where he worked.
Her Sister’s Killer
by Mari Hannah
Kindle $0.99 Rating: 4.7 #ad
Newly promoted Inspector Frankie Oliver has always been consumed by the idea of finding her sister’s killer and bringing them to justice.
But when new evidence about the tragic unsolved murder comes to light, and her former boss DCI David Stone embarks on an investigation without her, everything starts to unravel.
After decades without answers, who knows where the trail might lead? And will knowing the answers be the very thing that breaks Frankie irreparably?
Day Zero
by C. Robert Cargill
Kindle $1.99 Rating: 4.4 #ad
In this harrowing apocalyptic adventure—from the author of the critically acclaimed Sea of Rust—noted novelist and co-screenwriter of Marvel’s Doctor Strange C. Robert Cargill explores the fight for purpose and agency between humans and robots in a crumbling world.
It was a day like any other. Except it was our last . . .
It’s on this day that Pounce discovers that he is, in fact, disposable. Pounce, a styilsh “nannybot” fashioned in the shape of a plush anthropomorphic tiger, has just found a box in the attic. His box. The box he’d arrived in when he was purchased years earlier, and the box in which he’ll be discarded when his human charge, eight-year-old Ezra Reinhart, no longer needs a nanny.
Solomon’s Compass
by Carol Kilgore
Kindle $0.99 Rating: 4.5 #ad
One USCG Commander + One Veteran Navy SEAL = Fireworks from Stem to Stern
When Coast Guard Commander Taylor Campbell returns to Rock Harbor, Texas, to tend to her uncle’s estate, she meets a veteran Navy SEAL, Jake Solomon, and learns her uncle didn’t drown accidentally. His murder was one in a string of murders of a group of Vietnam veterans who called themselves the Compass Points.
Before her uncle died, he sent Taylor a message with the location of his buried treasure. Unearthing it will place her squarely in the killer’s crosshairs, but she’s determined to fulfill her uncle’s last wish.
The Jewel Robbery at the Grand Metropolitan
by Agatha Christie
Kindle $0.10 Rating: 4.3 #ad
“The Jewel Robbery at the Grand Metropolitan” unfolds as another intriguing chapter in the Hercule Poirot series by Agatha Christie. In this short story, the fastidious Belgian detective finds himself embroiled in a case of stolen jewels during a stay at the Grand Metropolitan hotel.
As Poirot sifts through the web of alibis, motives, and potential suspects, the narrative takes readers on a brisk and cleverly crafted investigation. Christie’s signature style of blending meticulous detective work with engaging characters shines through, providing fans of the genre with yet another captivating mystery.
Josephine’s Guest House Quilt
by Ann Hazelwood
Kindle $1.99 Rating: 4.6 #ad
Kate Meyr continues to be charmed by the beauty of Borna, Missouri. Now, after encouragement from her friends, Clark and Ellie, she decides to turn her home into a guest house which East Perry County desperately needs. Wanting to acknowledge Dr. Paulson and his wife, Josephine, whose spirit still haunts the home, she names her new business Josephine’s Guest House. Kate also commissions a quilt to be made by her friend Ruth Ann to hang in the entry hall for guests to sign. Everything seems to be coming together and guests are intrigued by Josephine’s presence, but why do some of the guests’ names disappear from the signature quilt and some remain?
Gingerbread Danger
by Amanda Flower
Kindle $1.99 Rating: 4.7 #ad
For fans of Laura Childs’ Tea Shop Mysteries and Ellery Adams’ Culinary Cozy Mysteries, the Ohio-set Amish Candy Shop series combines a fascinating look at Amish life with the fun of candy making, plus the romance between chocolatier Bailey King and her county sheriff fiancé.
Amish Candy shop owner and star of TV’s Bailey’s Amish Sweets, Bailey King has a lot to be excited about. She’s happily engaged to Aiden Brody, newly appointed county sheriff, and her candy factory is finally having its grand opening in Harvest, Ohio—just before Christmas! Bailey is ready to let the sweet celebrations begin…
Spin
by Patricia Cornwell
Kindle $2.99 Rating: 4.1 #ad
A USA Today bestseller.
Captain Calli Chase races against time to thwart a plot that leaves the fate of humanity hanging in the balance in this new thriller from international bestselling author Patricia Cornwell.
In the aftermath of a NASA rocket launch gone terribly wrong, Captain Calli Chase comes face-to-face with her missing twin sister—as well as the startling truth of who they really are. Now, a top secret program put in motion years ago has spun out of control, and only Calli can redirect its course.
Sister of Darkness
by R. H. Stavis, Sarah Durand
Kindle $2.99 Rating: 4.5 #ad
One woman alone has the power to destroy our demons
We may not be able to see them, but they’re always there. Smoke and shadows, ghoulish features or lifelike forms, there are the demons, or what Rachel Stavis calls “entities,” that float around us, or even attach themselves to our bodies, feeding off our fears and our negative energy. As the world’s only nondenominational exorcist, Rachel has found herself at the crux of the spiritual crossroads of thousands of clients—all of whom she’s been able to save by ridding them of their spiritual baggage, and getting at the root causes of their low frequency at the same time.
Thursday’s Mystery eBooks
The Antiquaria
by Ned Hoste
Kindle $0.99 Rating: 5.0 #ad
In the heart of historic Exeter, Detective Inspector Whipton Barton is called to investigate the mysterious death of Dr Evelyn Merton, a brilliant historian found dead in the Cathedral’s Chapter House. As Barton delves into the world of ancient manuscripts and academic rivalries, he uncovers a web of obsession and betrayal, and a chilling hoax. With the help of his team and the insights of those closest to Evelyn, Barton must unravel the truth before the killer strikes again. The Antiquarian is a gripping cosy mystery where history isn’t just a passion – it’s a deadly force.
I Think I Was Murdered
by Colleen Coble, Rick Acker
Kindle $2.99 Rating: 4.6 #ad
This timely, high-concept novel delves into the impact of AI on a grieving widow who uses a chatbot to “talk” to her dead husband. What she never expects is the response when she asks it to tell her something she doesn’t know: I think I was murdered.
Reading a novel from bestselling authors Colleen Coble and Rick Acker feels akin to watching a BBC mystery series: by the end of the first scene you can relax, knowing you’re in the capable hands of a story that will have a complex puzzle, character-driven plot, and satisfying reveal.
Miss Silver Comes to Stay
by Patricia Wentworth
Kindle $1.99 Rating: 4.4 #ad
The British governess-turned-sleuth visits a small village hiding big secrets in this “timelessly charming” cozy mystery series (Charlotte MacLeod).
The citizens of Melling are perfectly ordinary. Some might even consider them boring, but not Miss Maud Silver. It’s been some years since she gave up work as a governess to become a detective, and her fascination with people has served her well during that time. Now, she’s come to Melling to pay a long-postponed visit to an old school chum—but Miss Silver’s vacations never last long…
The Only Human
by Rick Mofina
Kindle $1.99 Rating: 3.8 #ad
Thirteen-year-old Tyler Price is struggling with his parents’ divorce as he pinballs between their apartments in Manhattan. One day after school a troubled old man sits next to him on a city bus. His voice filled with fear, the man says, “the awakening” has begun, and reveals that Tyler is the only person who can stop it. The man thrusts a satchel at Tyler, telling him to never let it go, minutes before he is killed in a traffic accident while fleeing police. Against the backdrop of a series of strange happenings in New York City – the disappearance of a packed tour bus – Tyler and his school friend, Ella Shaw, become fugitives hunted by police who want the satchel.
Innocent
by Erin Kinsley
Kindle $0.99 Rating: 4.3 #ad
The pretty market town of Sterndale is a close-knit and caring community; the perfect place for friends Izzy and Laura to raise their children. But their lives are suddenly shattered following a brutal murder at a summer wedding…and everyone is terrified knowing a killer lives amongst them.
Suddenly, Izzy doesn’t know who she can trust while Laura sees suspicion and paranoia spreading through the town. As the police search for answers – and relationships begin to unravel – the secrets lurking beneath the pristine surface of Sterndale come to light…and the shocking truth will finally be revealed.
Grace for Murder
by Stephanie Parker McKean
Kindle $0.99 Rating: 4.4 #ad
Pastor Paisley Yukon fought many hard battles to win acceptance and lead Ideal’s Grace Cowboy Church as a woman, but when a possible cult moves into town—her conflicts multiply along with unsolved murders.
A widow, who lost her husband and daughter in the same horrific traffic accident, Paisley could easily fall in love with Ideal’s Sheriff Kip Restwinder. However, when she befriends and hides a missing teen, the sheriff becomes inimical toward her, a fact that is only complicated by two murders and attempts on her own life.
Meanwhile, she feels obligated to discover if the church group that sprang up in Ideal is a real church, or a cult. She doesn’t want to be judgmental of a fellow pastor—but it’s hard to be dispassionate when she suspects him of murder.
Search for Love
by Nora Roberts
Kindle $1.99 Rating: 4.1 #ad
When Serenity Smith’s parents passed away, she presumed she lost her only family. Then she receives word from a relative far from Washington D.C.—her grandmother, living on an estate in the beautiful Brittany region of France. But the hard-hearted Comtesse de Kergallen doesn’t welcome Serenity with open arms. Neither does her arrogant yet undeniably charming cousin Christophe. Both harbor resentments against the Smiths, believing they damaged the family’s aristocratic reputation. As Serenity sets out to clear her parents’ names, tension mounts between her and Christophe—escalating from adversarial to passionate…
The Weather Health Handbook
by Joe R Eagleman
Kindle $2.99 Rating: 4.6 #ad
Have you ever wondered why your mood shifts with the changing weather? Or why do some people experience health fluctuations based on the weather around them? Look no further! “The Weather Health Handbook” is your comprehensive guide to understanding the profound influence of the weather on your health.
Inside the pages of this enlightening book, you will embark on a fascinating journey through the intricate relationship between weather patterns and your well-being. You can complete a self-test to determine your own weather sensitivity. Delve into the scientific explanations of how temperature, humidity, and air pressure impact your body. Uncover the physiological responses that occur during various weather phenomena, from the invigorating effects of sunshine to the challenges posed by extreme conditions.
Every Day is Halloween
by Kit Daven
Kindle $2.99 Rating: 5.0 #ad
Once upon a Halloween, the Dead came to stay, forcing the Living to wear costumes. . . Every. Single. Day.
Fifteen-year-old Esther is comfortably hiding behind her skull mask and black robe, even though her friends are fed up with all the ghouls and ghosts telling them how to live. When her best friend vanishes, Esther still clings to her costume. Dressed as Death, will she uncover what happened to her bestie? And will she ever find the courage to step out of her comfort zone before fading into a mere shadow of herself?
Mask up. . . or risk being seen.