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A wily doctor goes out on a limb to find a killer Two elderly people passing is an unremarkable occurrence in the British seaside town of Hastings, and certainly not unusual for police doctor and medical examiner Callie Hughes.But what bothers her inquisitive nature is that both individuals had recently packed a suitcase. Not the obvious actions of those with one foot in the grave.Exploring further, Callie's colleagues find irregularities in the bloods of one of the deceased, but having been cremated, the other individual is beyond reach. Her concerns dismissed by the obstructive, former romantic interest, DI Steve Miller, who can see no link between the deaths, Callie is side-lined and left to deal with a new trainee at the surgery who is proving hard to handle. If only Callie would rest her case, things might work out. But she is convinced a killer is out there, and won't stop nosing until she proves it. DEADLY REMEDIES is the fifth murder mystery by Candy Denman about female sleuth Dr Callie Hughes. The full list of books is as follows:

A police doctor tries to extricate herself from a tricky situation in this gripping medical thrillerWhen human remains are discovered in the garden of a house in the seaside town of Hastings, Dr Callie Hughes can't resist trying to dig up the truth.However, her amateur sleuthing is put on the backburner when her car is vandalised. She seems to have a stalker, and they are becoming increasingly intent on terrorising her.DI Steve Miller suspects it is a released criminal whom Callie helped put behind bars. But even with the detective sleeping outside her home and her friend Kate Ward protecting her, the situation escalates.Perhaps it is time to up sticks, leave the south coast for good, and head to Belfast where her boyfriend is waiting.Or perhaps someone with a bone to pick will stop Callie in her tracks.BONES OF CONTENTION is the seventh standalone mystery in this bestselling medical crime fiction series. The full list of books, FREE with Kindle Unlimited and available in paperback, is as follows:1. DEAD PRETTY2. BODY HEAT3. GUILTY PARTY4. VITAL SIGNS5. DEADLY REMEDIES6. MURDER LUST7. BONES OF CONTENTIONIf you enjoy fiction by Patricia Cornwell, Tim Sullivan, or Kathy Reichs, you'll love these books!

"The Incarnate" is a chilling paranormal thriller that stretches from Sydney's serene suburbs to eerie moonlit rituals. A tough detective and a courageous female cop tackle a daunting case entwined with witchcraft, sacrificial murders, and a nightmarish supernatural realm. Thacka, an old-school cop, leads the investigation into a sinister coven practicing sexual rituals and human sacrifices. Created by filmmaker and author G L. Keady, this narrative blends dark humour with sensuality in a story that is as visually arresting as it is terrifying, keeping readers on the edge of their seats.

Curiosity about a strangled lawyer leads police doctor Callie Hughes along a bumpy road to the truth.When a lawyer is found dead in his home, the circumstances are indeed strange, if not wholly suspicious. An act of auto-eroticisation has gone terribly wrong, leading to an unintended climax to his life.It is only after another lawyer is found dead in his former boss's pool that Dr Callie Hughes begins to suspect there is more to the deaths. But she can't act on her instincts until the pathology reports are filed.What she can do is explore the men's respective backgrounds. Both having worked in the justice system, there are more than a few disgruntled individuals who could have wanted them dead. The challenge will be finding one connected to both men.Juggling her work as a police doctor and part-time GP, Callie risks overstepping the mark when it comes to investigating the case. But her instincts have been proven right in the past. And when another lawyer is publicly humiliated, she begins to develop a theory.Whilst the police may have seen her meddling as a hindrance in the past, when the strange antics in the coastal town of Hastings continue, in more ways than one they'll be grateful that through her sleuthing, she has closed in on the killer.GUILTY PARTY is the third Dr Callie Hughes murder mystery. It can be enjoyed as a standalone or alongside the other books in the series.Combining forensic work with private investigation and some police procedure, Candy Denman's books will delight fans of Kendra Elliot and Patricia Cornwell and are a must for serious crime fiction readers.

An intrepid medic tracks a killer looking for the ultimate thrill.Police doctor Callie Hughes is having doubts about her life on the south coast after her boyfriend's move to Belfast, when a mysterious death draws her once again into a criminal investigation.A woman is found dead in a holiday let. There are no signs of sexual assault but her bruised neck and protruding tongue suggest foul play. Callie notes a small mark on the woman's partly exposed breast.The once supportive DI Steve Miller has a new love interest and without him being on the ball, the case seems to be going nowhere. Well, that's until another body is found some days later. Going downhill would be more accurate.Suspicious that someone is targeting visitors to Hastings, the medic decides to carry out her own inquiry with the help of Miller's increasingly frustrated partner, DS Bob Jeffries.But without a safety net, and faced with a killer who knows how to cover their tracks, Callie is the only person standing between them and freedom. And that makes her the number one target.MURDER LUST is the sixth book in a bestselling series of mysteries by Candy Denman. The full list of books is as follows:DEAD PRETTYBODY HEATGUILTY PARTYVITAL SIGNSDEADLY REMEDIESMURDER LUSTBONES OF CONTENTION

Fort Mojave, CA-Ft. Mojave citizens woke horrified this morning to learn that they discovered nineteen bodies in a nearby compound. The alleged victims are possibly members of a religious cult known for mass suicides. Investigations are ongoing.FBI Agent Nash Running Bear has more important things to focus on than the daily media frenzy. That is, until her work takes her to Fort Mojave, and an anonymous caller on talk radio, claims that what appears to be a suicide pact is actually something much worse-a mass murder.In a heartbeat, what the news believed was suicide, has now become a hunt for a mass murderer. And Nash needs to reach out to new friends with better skills.

A friend in need. Secrets uncovered. Bodies in the backyard.When pie-baking, horse-riding sleuth, Christie Taylor's friend uncovers bodies in her backyard, Christie's drawn into an age-old mystery. Who are the two people buried in the yard and why were they buried there? As Christie delves into the past, someone knows what happened and they will do anything to keep the truth buried forever. Can Christie get justice for the victims, or will she become the next one?Death Wakes A Snake is a down-home Texas mystery with horse-riding, pie-baking sleuth, Christie Taylor.Comes with yummy pie recipe.Don't Read Hungry!

Irish step dance takes a deadly turn in this Celtic cozy series debut, perfect for fans of Carlene O’Connor and Paige Shelton. Single-mom and police chief’s daughter Kate Buckley is all about family. After she receives an urgent text from her younger sister Colleen, she puts her life on hold and rushes to her Irish-themed hometown of Shamrock, Massachusetts, where her family owns and operates a bed and breakfast. With her two daughters in tow, she’s ready to fight if it means she can help her charming but hapless sibling. When they arrive, Colleen claims it was all a misunderstanding. But everything changes in an Irish minute when Colleen’s best friend, Deirdre, a dance show star, is found dead in the parish hall. With the discovery of a possible witness, a chilling motive, and a wee bit of incriminating evidence, Colleen quickly becomes a person of interest in Deirdre’s murder. Convinced her sister isn't a killer, Kate is determined to clear Colleen’s name. As Kate investigates, Colleen takes charge of Shamrock’s popular Irish dance show in honor of her late friend—with disastrous results. With the St. Patrick’s Week festivities in full swing, Kate must catch the killer before the celebrations are ruined and her sister’s Irish luck runs out.

"Rudolph, New York, shop owner Merry Wilkinson's best friend Vicky Casey is newly engaged to Chef Mark Grosse and is moving into the historic Cole House--a home surrounded by drama, intrigue, and a possible haunting that is in desperate need of renovation. The wedding is just three weeks away, but all is not bliss for the newly engaged couple as estranged relatives of the late owner fight over her will. Then, late one night, Vicky and Merry come across a dead body in the garden of Cole House--and Mark is the one standing over the corpse"--

"Lydia Barnes has made the picturesque town of Peridot, Georgia her home. But as the new owner of the Measure Twice fabric store, all financial burdens fall on her. In an effort to unspool herself from this tangle of thread and boost the store's income, she invites her regular customers to a sewing retreat at her friend Fran's Cherry Log mountain home. In between sewing lessons and quick lunches, a severe winter storm approaches. When Fran's body is discovered murder is the only explanation, and the remaining six attendants are all suspects. Trapped, with the power and phone lines out, Lydia is restless to unmask Fran's murderer. With the help of Auden, the cabin's caretaker, Lydia must unravel the hidden lives of people she considered close neighbors and even friends, especially when another body is found along with a suicide note and a suspicious confession. In a daring plan to uncover the killer, Lydia must risk it all, including her life, before she is cut asunder and the bobbin runs out."--

"London, 1817. The London Season is beginning once more, and Lily Adler's return to her home on Half Moon Street feels different this year. No longer a recent widow, she has a life and friends waiting for her. Lily also has new responsibilities in the form of her protâegâee Amelia, the sister of her longtime friend Jack Hartley, who is escaping her own brush with scandal and murder. It doesn't take long for Lily's growing reputation as a lady of quality who can discreetly find what is missing or solve what is puzzling to bring a desperate young woman to her doorstep. But helping her means unraveling a tangled web of family secrets. Soon, a missing will, a dead body, and the threat of blackmail leave Lily facing danger every way she turns"--

"A marriage of convenience saved Lady Abigail Worthing's family from disgrace, but she's finding her absent husband's endless conditions increasingly repressive. Unable to stay at their London home during the oncoming winter, she accepts a ride to the country from her neighbor, Stapleton Henderson. However, she's less than delighted that she's his excuse to avoid a dinner held by Lord Charles Duncan, one of London's most powerful--and relentless--magistrates. More irritating, women are decidedly unwelcome at the evening's prestigious discussion of criminality--even though Abigail and Stapleton have solved several cases together. Then an unexpected blizzard strands them at Lord Duncan's with his now-houseguests. Suddenly, an evening of fine dining, fine brandy, and insightful debate becomes an inescapable--and deadly-- ordeal"--

"Remarkable heroine Verity Kent must follow the leads of a dangerous investigation that will pull her into a conspiracy spilling dangerously out onto the streets of Interwar Dublin, Ireland in the next installment of this highly acclaimed series. June 1920, Ireland: The streets of Dublin seethe with revolution as the Irish Republican Army clashes with British authorities. Roving assassination squads mean nowhere is truly safe, particularly for Verity Kent and her war hero husband, Sidney. Given their celebrity as society darlings and intrepid sleuths, they must tread carefully to go unnoticed--nearly impossible when they are called upon to search for Verity's fellow spy and friend ... Captain Alec Xavier has seemingly vanished after traveling to Dublin to infiltrate the IRA at its highest levels. Doing her best to maintain a modicum of normalcy and stay under the radar of both the rebels and British Intelligence, Verity works undercover by day and waltzes through the city's elite social scene by night. Still, she fears the worst for Alec--until shocking evidence mounts that not only is he alive, but that he has switched sides... Already disillusioned with the British government, the news leaves Verity and Sidney reeling. Worse, they learn of a conspiracy within Dublin Castle, where personal vendettas are being carried out and sanctioned by British Intelligence under the cover of revolution. With the distinction between friend and foe never more blurred--or the margin for error narrower--Verity and Sidney cannot turn a blind eye. Especially when a familiar adversary appears, bringing a threat almost too terrifying to confront--even in the cold light of day..."--

In small-town Hideaway Grove, California, newcomer Abbey Chandler’s sewing prowess is inspiring her entrepreneurial spirit—but stumbling upon a murder might kill more than her enthusiasm . . .Abbey’s life in Hideaway Grove is comfortable, and she’s grateful for her small sewing studio in the back room of her aunt’s bakery, but she’s feeling stuck. Her plan to expand her custom tote bag business by selling to a chain of gift shops has hit a snag. Making enough totes to distribute to all the stores requires large-scale production—which requires money Abbey doesn’t have. To make ends meet, she takes a part-time job at the town’s bustling Visitor Center . . .Abbey is soon sorting items with her co-workers for the Visitor Center’s annual Lost and Found Day when unclaimed items are displayed and offered for sale. Thanks to tourism, there’s enough to fill a huge stockroom. But something is amiss. Eleanor Franklin, devoted to all things Hideaway Grove, hasn’t shown up for work—and when Abbey discovers her whereabouts, it isn’t pretty . . .Eleanor is dead inside a clothing bin, dressmaker shears impaled in her chest—shears the sheriff reports are engraved with Abbey’s name. Under suspicion, Abbey will have to launch her own investigation. But who would want to kill thoughtful Eleanor, a model resident always so full of good advice about how to uphold Hideaway Grove’s high standards? As it turns out, not everyone appreciated Eleanor’s advice . . .Now Abbey will have to cut through a tattered trail of greed, theft, and revenge to sew up the case before a killer cramps her style—for good . . .

April Claus is looking forward to relaxing with her hubby, Nick (aka THE Santa Claus), in the week between Christmas and New Year's Eve. But just after Santa departs for his deliveries, an elf pulls into Santaland with three people he found lost in the frozen wilderness. The survivors of a scientific expedition are injured, but their presence endangers the future of Santaland. So, while the strangers recuperate at the infirmary, April convinces Christmastown to pull off its grandest, most impossible, most magical feat yet... pretend to be normal!

The holidays in the charming seaside village of Nairn hold bright hope for sweater shop owner and knitting enthusiast Paislee Shaw—but a fireworks celebration provides cover for a killer in the sixth installment of USA Today bestselling author Traci Hall’s Scottish Shire Mystery series.All Paislee wants for Christmas is for her new home to be finished, but it looks like she’ll have to wait for New Year’s Day. Whether the paint on the walls has dried or not, she’ll host a feast for her twelve-year-old son Brody, Grandpa, their black Scottish terrier Wallace, and friends—including police station receptionist Amelia Henry and her brother McCormac, whose black locks can fulfill the Scottish first-footer tradition that a tall, dark-haired man should be the first person to enter your home on New Year’s to bring good luck.But McCormac’s luck is about to run out. During Hogmanay—when the Scots welcome the New Year with dancing, bonfires, and midnight fireworks—he collapses as the sky brightens in a blaze of color. A shooter has used the noise of the fireworks to hide a gun’s blast. Amelia is inconsolable, and Paislee vows to do whatever she can to help DI Zeffer solve the murder—even if it puts her in the killer’s sights next . . .

"Though she still misses her late husband, Carlo, Bria couldn't be happier that their dream bed and breakfast, Bella Bella, is humming along nicely. Of course, even on the stunning Amalfi Coast, things seldom run smoothly. Like Bria's mother and mother-in-law dueling over a suitable communion site for Bria's eight-year-old son Marco. Bria's also juggling the demands of the famous Chef Lugo, his producer, Massimo, and Pippa, a member of the production crew who is staying at Bella Bella for a nice, long-term stay... Until Lugo mysteriously dies on-camera, a victim of apparent murder. But finding out who wanted him gone is no stroll on the beach. Bria soon learns that Chef Lugo's multi-media empire is at a make-or-break tipping point, and Lugo himself had racked up any number of enemies--financial, professional... and very personal. Now to save her friend's caf from a ruined reputation, Bria must delve into the glittering surface of false alibis, pretty lies, and not-so-glamourous hidden identities to catch a murderer determined to serve up another victim."--

When Meg Monroe decides to start her life over in small town Iowa, she knows change can be good. She also knows there's nothing left for her in her old job-or her marriage. With an old house to decorate and what seems at first like a quiet neighborhood, Meg is pleased to have plenty of time for crafting.But the local craft store is closed with no sign of reopening, leaving Meg at a loss for supplies. And her snarky neighbor isn't just nosy-she's murdered-and Meg is determined to restore the peace. Once she also has her mind set on creating the first craft club in Glenville, Iowa, nothing can stand in her way but solving the case.Will Meg's new life-and backwards house-be too much for her to handle, when a murder happens next door? Or will she find the solution to this crafty crime?

"The annual Shady Palms Corn Festival is one of the town's biggest moneymakers, drawing crowds from all over the Midwest looking to partake in delicious treats, local crafts, and of course, the second-largest corn maze in Illinois. Lila Macapagal and her Brew-ha Cafe crew, Adeena Awan and Elena Torres, are all too happy to participate in the event, though their fun is cut short when their wager on who can make it through the corn maze fastest ends with a dead body in the middle of the maze and an unconscious Adeena next to the body, clutching a bloody knife. With her best friend and business partner the main suspect in the murder, Lila and her crew put on their sleuthing caps yet again to find the killer who framed Adeena and show them what happens when they mess with a Brew-ha"--

I'd learned pretty quickly that the only person you can depend on is yourself. But when I awake alone, in a city enveloped in mist, I find myself frantically searching for anyone who can help. Desperate to escape my new reality, I'm forced to overcome challenges I never could have imagined. As I struggle to stop a murderer from a place beyond the physical world, I slowly learn the value of letting the right people into your life. With the help of a selfless twelve-year-old and an amateur sleuth I can't seem to tear myself away from, I only hope that I can do what needs to be done before it's too late. The Pale: Diary of the dead is J.McDonald's debut novel. Leveraging a unique writing style developed over shorter works and Master's thesis piece, this author's works explore the concept of what matters most about a person while sending readers on a thrilling ride.

The abduction of a Timorese friend's fiancé draws FBI Agent Sara Carter into the investigation of the murder of two youths that could ignite a gang war, or portend a more mysterious threat.

Does April May have a new career as a ghost detective?A couple of vaudeville-era ghosts have invaded April's tearoom insisting that she travel to Lavender Falls to find a missing man. The catch? They don't even know the man's name. When a broken water main forces April to close the tearoom, she decides a vacation is in order. The quaint town of Lavender Falls sounds like the perfect place for a getaway. And as long as she's there, she can check if there are any missing person cases. Soon after arriving, April learns Lavender Falls is not quite what it seems. Will she uncover the town's secrets before someone else goes missing?

A TV cooking show murder-Angelina Amalfi, a gourmet cook who is also the assistant to a famous chef with his own television show, finds life a tasty treat. But her treat sours when her mentor's last supper turns deadly and he's poisoned in his own kitchen. Soon, Angie becomes the target of a ruthless assassin with his own hunger for violence.San Francisco Homicide Inspector, Paavo Smith, who Angie considers a delectable dish, is given the case. But as the body count rises like dough on a hot day, Angie struggles to avoid becoming the main entrée on the killer's plate. Angie and Paavo need to act fast. Can the two find some means to serve up justice, or will both end up skewered in this high-stakes culinary clash?

Cece wants a day of self-care, mother-daughter time, and . . . anything but her ex-husband's wedding. But wedding it is, as she tries to sneak the groom's forgotten ring to her daughter before the ceremony. Her plan for a quick escape from the venue is thwarted when she discovers a body and a garden full of suspects, including her former mother-in-law. With the Cavanaugh name in danger of being dragged through the Wickford rumor mill, Cece's ex reluctantly asks her to investigate the suspicious death and put the gossip to rest. Cece agrees . . . if he'll pay off her van and save her housekeeper's job. The new detective in Wickford and missed phone calls from her boyfriend, Alder, create more trouble for Cece as she questions suspects and gathers clues-not just for the murder, but trying to figure out what is up with her missing boyfriend and his elusive voice mails. Every moment is precious, because the longer it takes for Cece to clear the family name, the more likely her ex is to back out of their deal. In a desperate attempt to end Cece's snooping, the killer sets a trap to silence her. Will Cece's hope for justice and a paid-off van go up in flames?

The clock is ticking, and for Margot, time has just run out.Margot Remington exits the wood-lined boardwalk at Moonstone Beach and pedals her bike onto the highway. It's dusk, and the sky has started to grumble, the clouds shifting and bending as they turn a melancholy shade of gray. Rain is coming. Margot can smell it in the air. But after the argument she's just had with her sister, she isn't ready to return home just yet.Glancing at her watch, Margot realizes she'll have little time to freshen up before her date if she doesn't return home soon. She pedals faster, slowing when a pickup driving in the opposite direction swerves, its headlights blinding her as it zooms her way. Margot skids to a stop, realizing her mistake when the pickup shows no signs of breaking.In a split-second, the pickup collides with Margot, and she finds herself hurdling through the air, the bike going one way as she goes the other. Mind whirring, her life's memories flash before her, along with a single wish--that today isn't the day she's going to die.What Readers are Saying about this Series:"Makes you want to keep reading the story into the night." ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿"A strong lead character and plenty of drama, it keeps the reader engaged." ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿"Leaving you wanting to read more." ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿"You feel like you live close by and can see these characters walking by and waving to you." ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿"I will definitely read more from this author." ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿"Kept me on the edge of my seat." ¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿¿

Dark Loch is a dark Scottish crime novel set in the atmospheric setting of St Andrews and the haunting lochs of the Highlands of Scotland.Effie Mcmanus is a strong independent woman; a loner whose life is turned upside down when her brother dies after eating poisonous mushrooms. At first, Effie believes this is a tragic accident but quickly becomes suspicious. She teams up with Pavel - a warm-hearted drifter - who shares her concerns. They make a quirky team of detectives but form a close bond and together, uncover evidence that Bruno was murdered.However they cannot convince the police, and eventually Pavel decides to drop the case and tells Effie she should do the same, but Effie cannot let go until justice has been served. She decides to take matters into her own hands.What follows is full of surprising twists and shocking turns that will keep you guessing until the end.