Hey there, fellow mystery book lovers! Are you ready to embark on a thrilling journey through the tranquil waters of the Chesapeake Bay, to the stunning coastline of vast oceans, and around picturesque lakes while indulging in the captivating world of cozy mysteries? Join me as we explore the top 5 cozy mysteries that will whisk you away to these scenic locations on the water and keep you on the edge of your seat!
Dive into a World of Mysteries and Scenic Wonders!
Murder on the Rocks: Gray Whale Inn Mysteries by Karen MacInerney
Innkeeper Natalie Barnes has traded in Texas heat for Maine's tangy salt air and risked her life savings on the Gray Whale Inn, a quaint bed and breakfast on bucolic Cranberry Island. She loves her new life of picking blueberries, watching the lobster boats putter around the island, and whipping up buttery muffins and other rich breakfast treats for her guests... until Bernard Katz checks in.
Death at High Tide: Island Sisters Series by Hannah Dennison
Explore two sisters who inherit an old hotel in the remote Isles of Scilly off the coast of Cornwall and find it full of intrigue, danger, and romance. When Evie Mead’s husband, Robert, suddenly drops dead of a heart attack, a mysterious note is found among his possessions. It indicates that Evie may own the rights to an old hotel on Tregarrick Rock, one of the Isles of Scilly.
An Appetite For Murder: A Key West Food Critic Mystery by Lucy Burdette Hayley Snow's life always revolved around food. But when she applies to be a food critic for a Key West style magazine, she discovers that her new boss would be Kristen Faulkner-the woman Hayley caught in bed with her boyfriend! Hayley thinks things are as bad as they can get-until the police pull her in as a suspect in Kristen's murder. Kristen was killed by a poisoned key lime pie. Now Hayley must find out who used meringue to murder before she takes all the blame.
By Book or By Crook: Lighthouse Library Mystery Series by Eva Gates Calling on her aunt Ellen, Lucy hopes that a little fun in the Outer Banks sun—and some confections from her cousin Josie’s bakery—will help clear her head. But her retreat quickly turns into an unexpected opportunity when Aunt Ellen gets her involved in the lighthouse library tucked away on Bodie Island.Lucy is thrilled to land a librarian job in her favorite place in the world. But when a priceless first edition Jane Austen novel is stolen and the chair of the library board is murdered, Lucy suddenly finds herself ensnared in a real-life mystery—and she’s not so sure there’s going to be a happy ending....
Crime and Parchment: Rare Books Cozy Mystery Series by Daphne Silver Our adventure ends with my own captivating tale of rare books librarian Juniper Blume living on the serene Chesapeake Bay. Alongside her loyal rescue dog, Clover, and her sister Azalea running the cozy Wildflower Inn, Juniper finds herself entangled in a web of mysteries. I'm excited to share that it won the prestigious Agatha Award for Best First Mystery Novel!
These cozy mystery books set by the water offer a perfect blend of suspense, charm, and captivating settings. So, grab your favorite reading spot, a warm cup of tea, and immerse yourself in these thrilling tales that will transport you to picturesque landscapes while keeping you engrossed in intriguing mysteries. Happy reading, fellow bookworms! 📚✨
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