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A Day in My Life ~ Macki Smith by Traci Hall
September, Smith Orchard Twenty-eight-year-old Macki Smith has been in self-imposed prison at her family home after the worst breakup in history since May. She’s betrayed by her own sweet tooth when she dares a stop at Cosmic Café for Hunter’s apple-blueberry crepes....
A Day in My Life ~ Rocky Nelson by Karen A. Phillips
It all started with a fateful camping trip . . . Sometime in the night, a scream woke me. I groaned in frustration. Not again. “Rocky,” Bridget whispered. “Did you hear that?” “It’s probably those darn boys. If they don’t knock it off, I’m going to read them the riot...
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A Day in My Life ~ Rose Webster by Jacqueline Boulden
This is still a new sensation for me—Rose Webster, intrepid photojournalist. I’ve been in all kinds of tense and dangerous situations, but nothing compares to waking up in the bedroom where I grew up, my right arm numb because a little Maltese has curled up in the in...
A Day in My Life ~ Emmaline McCoy by Patricia Smiley
The cab driver dropped me off at the milonga on a sultry Buenos Aires evening. The lights in the club were dim except for a spotlight on the dance floor where women in fishnet stockings and red chiffon dresses slit high on their legs danced the tango with men in...
Reviews
My Musing ~ NO BONES ABOUT IT by Annie McEwen
Dru’s Short Musing: When her friend becomes a prime suspect in a recent murder, Emmy along with her friends are on the case. This story immediately captured my attention from the first page to its conclusion. The writing was crisp and the comfortable tone made it easy...
My Musing ~ Don’t Ask, Don’t Follow by Mary Keliikoa
Murder, dark family secrets, and the unwavering bond of sisterhood— regardless of the cost. Beth Ralston, a paralegal in Portland, Oregon, would rather be racking up billable hours than mingling at an office party— especially when her sister Lindsay, aka her plus one,...
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My Musing ~ Up To No Gouda by Linda Reilly
Up To No Gouda by Linda Reilly Series Name: Grilled Cheese Mystery #1Genre: CozyRelease: January 25, 2022 The first in a delicious new culinary cozy series featuring a grilled cheese eatery owner who must solve murders in her small town before she is put under lock...
My Musing ~ Find Me by Alafair Burke
Find Me by Alafair Burke Genre: Psychological ThrillerRelease: January 11, 2022 The disappearance of a young woman leaves her best friend reeling and an NYPD homicide detective digging into her own past in this twisty mystery about the power of female friendships....
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New Releases ~ Week of April 7, 2024
Looking for something to read? Check out some of the new titles releasing during the week of April 7 – 13, 2024. I hope a few of these books take you to an exciting place. Have fun reading! APRIL 8 A Dowry of Death by Gin Jones (Cozy Mystery) While planning her...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ MANCINI BLUE by Maggie Toussaint
I am excited to share with you the cover for the first book in the NEW "Art Studio" mystery series, coming October 2026 and now up for preorder. Publication Date: October 13, 2026 Series: An Art Studio Mystery, Book 1 Genre: Cozy Paranormal Mystery Format: Print,...
Cover Reveal ~ Four Parties and a Funeral by Maria DiRico
I am delighted to share with you the cover reveal for the next book in the "Catering Hall" mystery series, coming March 2023 and now up for preorder. Book SynopsisMia Carina is coming to grips with being back in Astoria, Queens, and running her Italian-American...
Cover Reveals
Cover Reveal ~ A Crafter Hooks a Killer by Holly Quinn
I am excited to share with you the cover for the second book in the “Handcrafted” mystery series from Crooked Lane Books, coming June 11, 2019. Author: Holly Quinn Genre: Cozy Mystery Author Website: authorhollyquinn.com Book Synopsis Community Craft proprietor Sammy...
Cover Reveal ~ Jealousy Filled Donuts by Ginger Bolton
I am excited to share with you the cover for the third book in the "Deputy Donut" mystery series from Kensington Books, coming August 27, 2019. Author: Ginger Bolton Genre: Cozy Mystery Author Website: gingerbolton.com Book Synopsis When a firecracker becomes a...
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dru’s book musings have been listed as one of the 60 BEST MYSTERY BOOK BLOGS to follow on the internet in 2026! dru’s book musings placed 13th on the list. Click here for the full list of mystery book blogs. dru’s book musings have been listed as one of the 70 BEST...
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