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The Secret, Book & Scone Society by Ellery AdamsStrangers flock to Miracle Springs hoping the natural hot springs, five-star cuisine, and renowned spa can cure their ills. If none of that works, they often find their way to Miracle Books, where they exchange their stories with owner Nora Pennington in return for a carefully chosen book. When a visiting businessman reaches out for guidance, Nora knows exactly how to help. But before he can keep their appointment, he's found dead on the train tracks. Determined to uncover the truth behind the businessman's demise, the local amateur sleuths meet in Nora's cozy bookstore to untangle a web of corruption. |
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Food journalist Naomi Sinclair doesn't expect a side of murder with her passion fruit juice. But when her return to Saint Thomas heralds a series of troubling cases, ranging from petty theft to cold-blooded murder, that threaten her tight-knit community, that is exactly the kind of unsavory treat she must sink her teeth into. Rich with mouthwatering recipes, lush landscapes, and a hefty dose of fun under the sun, The Bush Tea Murder has all the ingredients to make up the perfect beach read. |
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The Last Child by John HartAfter his twin sister Alyssa disappears, thirteen year-old Johnny Merrimon is determined to find her. When a second girl disappears from his rural North Carolina town, Johnny makes a discovery that sends shock waves through the community. Though detective Clyde Hunt has devoted an entire year to Alyssa's case, he still can't put it behind him. When another girl goes missing, the failures of the past year harden into iron determination. Refusing to lose another child, Hunt knows he has to break the rules to make the case; and maybe, just maybe, the missing girl will lead him to Alyssa.
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Daughter of Mine by Megan MirandaWhen Hazel Sharp, daughter of Mirror Lake's longtime local detective, unexpectedly inherits her childhood home, she's warily drawn back to the town--and people--she left behind almost a decade earlier. But Hazel's not the only relic of the past to return: a drought has descended on the region, and as the water level in the lake drops, long-hidden secrets begin to emerge, including evidence that may help finally explain the mystery of her mother's disappearance.
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The Case of the Ember Mill Haunting by J. P. WhiteWhen ambitious nightclub owner Theo Wren reopens Blackvale's most infamous building - a converted mill with a blood-soaked speakeasy history - he promises the town one unforgettable opening night. He delivers, just not in the way anyone expected. Rising singer Ruby Riot is dead, electrocuted on stage in front of a room full of witnesses. The owner says it's a tragic accident, but Cressida Vale has already decided it's murder. Beneath the Ember Mill's glossy new floors lie hidden tunnels, 1920s gambling ledgers, and a darkness that has nothing to do with ghosts. The Case of the Ember Mill Haunting is the second in the Vale & Stone: Consulting Detectives series.
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Innkeeping with Murder
by Tim Myers
Tucked away in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains is the Hatteras West Inn and Lighthouse. Innkeeper Alex Winston watches over the cozy getaway, and guests count on him to take care of everything from basic repairs to breakfast. But he also has to take care of the occasional murder case, too.When a visitor is found dead at the top of the lighthouse, Alex must solve the mystery and capture the culprit before the next guest checks out.
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Miss Julia Takes Over by Ann B. RossWith her sharp tongue and iron backbone intact, Miss Julia must tackle another disruption when Hazel Marie doesn't return from a dinner date with a fund-raiser who, in Miss Julia's opinion, wears his shorts too tight. Frantic and unable to persuade the local police that Hazel Marie is in danger, Miss Julia hires J.D. Pickens to investigate. They help search for Hazel Marie, running into adventures ranging from a most indelicate display of fisticuffs to a high-speed car chase on the track of a NASCAR Speedway, all the while standing strong... because if Miss Julia doesn't take care of things, who will?
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Big Lies in a Small Town by Diane ChamberlainMorgan Christopher's life has been derailed. Taking the fall for a crime she did not commit, her dream of a career in art is put on hold--until a mysterious visitor makes her an offer that will get her released from prison immediately. Her assignment: restore an old post office mural in Edenton, North Carolina, with its own mysterious and deadly past. Morgan knows nothing about art restoration, but desperate to be free, she accepts. What she finds under the layers of grime is a painting that tells the story of madness, violence, and a conspiracy of small town secrets. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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Forsyth County Public Library
660 W. Fifth St., Winston-Salem, NC 27101
336-703-2665forsythlibrary.org |
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