Bøger af Carolyn Ridder Aspenson

Talking to ghosts can be killer.Castleberry, Georgia is a small Southern town with a ton of history, and that history includes a lot of ghosts. How do I know? Because I can see them.And trust me, that's not always a good thing.As the city's historical society manager, I spend a lot of time in old buildings, and old buildings are filled with dead people. Take the Baptist church on the outskirts of town. I'm in the process of certifying it as a historical building.And not only is it full of ghosts, but...surprise!...there's a body in the basement. And I'm the one who found it. Now I've got to pick through the history of a long ago fire and decipher the clues I'm getting from some very stubborn spirits, all while dodging someone - dead or alive - who wants me to mind my own business...And will do whatever's necessary to keep me quiet.If you like southern paranormal cozy mysteries, you'll love this stand-alone story!

Menopause, mayhem, and murder. Just a normal day for psychic medium Angela Panther.Thirty-five years ago, Genevieve Ryland stepped off the stage of her high school graduation and disappeared without a trace.For years her mother searched for her, hitting dead end after dead end. Now on her deathbed, she asks Angela to find the truth, find out what happened to her daughter.Now Angela must step back into the past and dig into the life of an eighteen-year-old girl determined not to be found.Can Angela reunite mother and daughter before it's too late, or will she get caught in the crossfire of love, deceit, and murder?If you like paranormal mysteries, you'll love the Angela Panther Mystery series.

USA TODAY Bestselling Author Carolyn Ridder Aspenson is back with Who's that Witch? Book three in the Witches of Holiday Hills Cozy Mysteries. My name is Abby Odell, and I must confess, I'm leading a double life. I'm a witch, but not everyone knows, including my best friend. Don't get me wrong, I love it! But being a witch in a predominantly human world is challenging sometimes. My hometown, Holiday Hills, isn't your typical small town. It's a magical town, but not to the humans. At least not until recently.Something's happening and it's not good. Magic is no longer hidden, and people are starting to witness events that aren't humanly possible. And that's a big problem.Now my friends and neighbors are on edge, and some residents are even ready to turn Holiday Hills into the next Salem, Massachusetts.Someone's changing the way Holiday Hills works, and it's my job to fix things before they change humanity and magic forever. The problem is, I don't know the who, what, when or why...just the where. Now I've got to find the witch who's joining worlds and stop it before they tilt the axis so far, Holiday Hills will never be the same. If you're a magical cozy mystery reader who loves LOL relationships and crazy familiar cats, you'll love this series!

The past comes back to haunt a small town when one murder leads to the discovery of another. When a troubled young woman, Jenn Berman, goes missing at the summer fair in Hamby, her uncaring family fails to notice. That is, until a loose dog returns home with a bloodied hand. Investigators are led to a developing subdivision where they find the unthinkable: Jenn's body in a shallow grave. The town is shocked by the murder, and Detectives Rachel Ryder and Rob Bishop are assigned the case to deliver justice for Jenn. But upon further inspection of the crime scene, a jaw-dropping discovery is made: another body is found buried deeper in the same grave. The remains belong to Caroline Turner, a young woman who also went missing from the summer fair...almost four decades ago. The connection between the murders is undeniable. As Rachel and Rob race to narrow down their suspect list and inch closer to the truth, a dangerous threat emerges, putting those they love at risk. Can they expose the killer and uncover the secrets of the past before it's too late? Prepare to be captivated by USA Today bestselling author Carolyn Ridder Aspenson's newest gripping crime thriller. _______________________ Praise for Carolyn Ridder Aspenson and the Rachel Ryder series: "Detective Rachel Ryder is smart, tough, and fearless--readers will gladly follow her through every twist." --LynDee Walker, Amazon Charts bestselling author of Fear No Truth "Tight writing, unexpected twists, and the tough but vulnerable lead Detective Rachel Ryder will leave you eager to read the next book..." --Susan Hunter, author of Dangerous Habits "Rachel Ryder is a new heroine on the suspense scene that you'll want to engage with again and again." --Kimberly Charleston, Books Uplift _______________________ What readers are saying: ★★★★★ "Filled with twists..."★★★★★ "...great characters..."★★★★★ "...darn good writing..."★★★★★ "...smooth and fast-moving."★★★★★ "Kept me totally engrossed..."

Detective Rachel Ryder stumbles upon a case that will force her to confront her past like never before. At a local fair, Rachel unexpectedly crosses paths with Sean, a familiar face from her past. The encounter, laced with awkward tension, takes a harrowing turn when Sean sends her a cryptic message, begging to meet. When Rachel arrives, she's met with a chilling scene-Sean, deceased from an apparent overdose. But the presence of his baby at the scene whispers a different tale, one Rachel is determined to uncover. The investigation takes a sinister turn as she discovers Sean's secret dealings. Heated confrontations, clandestine exchanges with ranch owners, and a rising body count point to a puzzle far more intricate than a straightforward overdose. As Rachel and her team navigate a treacherous web of lies, they must outwit a ruthless adversary whose reach extends far beyond their city. The stakes rise when the lives of those closest to her hang in the balance, forcing Rachel to question just how far she's willing to go to unmask the truth and deliver justice. Final Fix by Carolyn Ridder Aspenson is a gripping crime thriller that takes readers on an intoxicating journey into the underbelly of crime, where the price of truth is higher than ever before. _______________________ Praise for Carolyn Ridder Aspenson and the Rachel Ryder series: "Detective Rachel Ryder is smart, tough, and fearless-readers will gladly follow her through every twist." -LynDee Walker, Amazon Charts bestselling author of Fear No Truth "Tight writing, unexpected twists, and the tough but vulnerable lead Detective Rachel Ryder will leave you eager to read the next book..." -Susan Hunter, author of Dangerous Habits "Rachel Ryder is a new heroine on the suspense scene that you'll want to engage with again and again." -Kimberly Charleston, Books Uplift _______________________________ What readers are saying: "...fantastic..." "...a gritty, twisty tale..." "...brilliant crime thriller..." "Wow what a wild ride this was!!" "...best series I've read in awhile..."

One after another the extravagant homes of Hamby are being robbed.until the unthinkable happens.Three home invasions in a wealthy golf community have Hamby on edge. At first, only cash is taken. But with each break-in the crimes escalate. Jewelry is stolen. Victims are beaten. Then events take a deadly turn when the fourth attack leaves a young woman dead.Shocked by the murder and desperate to stop an increasingly brazen criminal, Detective Rachel Ryder and her partner Rob Bishop are quick to take on the case.But they soon discover that all is not glitz and glamor in this high society neighborhood. Behind mansion doors are scandals that the ritzy community is determined to hide. After all, the rich and powerful don't want the skeletons in their closets exposed to the world, let alone to Detective Rachel Ryder. And they will stop at nothing to make sure their secrets stay locked behind their lavish gates.Strap in for the next exhilarating crime thriller in USA Today bestselling author Carolyn Ridder Aspenson's Rachel Ryder series._______________________Praise for Carolyn Ridder Aspenson and the Rachel Ryder series: "Detective Rachel Ryder is smart, tough, and fearless-readers will gladly follow her through every twist." -LynDee Walker, Amazon Charts bestselling author of Fear No Truth"Tight writing, unexpected twists, and the tough but vulnerable lead Detective Rachel Ryder will leave you eager to read the next book..." -Susan Hunter, author of Dangerous Habits"Rachel Ryder is a new heroine on the suspense scene that you'll want to engage with again and again." -Kimberly Charleston, Books Uplift_______________________________What readers are saying: "...intense..." "...twisty plot!" "...action-packed..." "HIGHLY recommend!" "Honestly, I love this series..."

When a routine investigation points to dangers from her past, Detective Rachel Ryder must risk everything to stop a killer.Rachel begins to worry when a seemingly simple overdose investigation uncovers a mysterious set of clues. Were the clues left as a message?As bodies begin to accumulate around town, Rachel grows increasingly certain that someone is targeting her. She plows ahead on instinct alone. But emotions cloud her judgment, mistakes pile up, and she puts the lives of others at risk.Increasingly isolated, Rachel begins to question everything. Has her past finally caught up with her? And is there anything she can do to stop a murderer bent on revenge?USA Today Bestselling author Carolyn Ridder Aspenson delivers a riveting addition to the Rachel Ryder series."Detective Rachel Ryder is smart, tough, and fearless-readers will gladly follow her through every twist." -LynDee Walker, Amazon Charts bestselling author of Fear No Truth_______________________What readers are saying: "I genuinely loved this book!" "...a gutsy and persistent female detective..." "...tops my top five for mystery reads of 2021!!" "Lots of twists and turns! Highly recommended!" "If you enjoy police procedural thrillers with a strong female lead, these Rachel Ryder books are tailor made for you."

Bestselling author Carolyn Ridder Aspenson is back-this time with a scrappy heroine whose bold detective work and well-timed one-liners will leave you riveted-and entertained-at every turn. "Detective Rachel Ryder is smart, tough, and fearless-readers will gladly follow her through every twist of Aspenson's knockout first installment in this riveting new series." -LynDee Walker, Amazon Charts bestselling author of Fear No Truth New to town and a little rough around the edges, Detective Rachel Ryder finds herself on the receiving end of a suspicious person's call in Hamby, Georgia. When the call turns out to be a dead body, the medical examiner is quick to rule the death a suicide. But was it something more sinister? Everyone in the small department believes the case is closed-except for Rachel. The sudden passing of a local politician during the mayor's run for Congress strikes her as a little too coincidental, and Rachel is eager to follow her instincts. Her partner, Rob, a 30-year veteran, isn't the type to disobey his boss or ruffle any feathers, but he can't convince strong-willed Rachel to let it go. Obsessed with finding out the truth, Rachel begins to examine the evidence and drags her reluctant partner along for the ride. But the clues are confusing. Nothing is adding up. Puzzled and running out of time, Rachel and Rob rush to work every angle and bring the elusive killer to justice before someone else ends up dead. _____________________ "...a fast-paced police procedural with a killer ending." -Susan Hunter, author of Dangerous Habits "...an awesome mystery..." -Kimberly Charleston, Books Uplift _____________________ What readers are saying: "Wow....just wow!!!" "Highly recommended!" "I loved this book, was sad when it ended, can't wait for the next one." "If you like police procedurals with tough, smart female leads, you will love this book!" "...a plot to have you on the edge of your seat and flipping pages as fast as you can read them!"

A wealthy shut-in is found murdered in his mansion. Five other people were in the lavish home at the time of the crime-one of whom had motive enough to kill. And Detective Rachel Ryder is determined to discover who.But the more she and partner Rob Bishop learn about the wealthy and unsociable victim, the harder it becomes to narrow down the suspect list. Frustrated, the investigators refuse to allow anyone to leave until the culprit is unmasked.Now Rachel and Rob are sharing a roof with a cold blooded killer.and time is running out before the murderer strikes again.