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Just when she thought it was safe to cruise again...Rachel Prince takes a second cruise after giving evidence in a difficult trial.She needs to recharge her batteries and re-evaluate her future after receiving threats from a man she helped put in prison. Taking Queen Cruises up on their offer of a free cruise aboard the luxurious Coral Queen, Rachel takes a transatlantic crossing for some New York shopping.Sarah Bradshaw, Rachel's best friend and cruise ship nurse is just starting a second nine-month contract aboard the Coral, so the timing is perfect.Rachel makes friends with a charismatic tour guide leading a Russian party. But when a crew member is found dead in his cabin and another goes missing, Rachel spots curious goings on among the Russians. Chief Security Officer Jack Waverley wants Rachel to back off after she becomes convinced the crewman was murdered. Will she listen?Sarah's got problems of her own, with conflict developing in the medical team after an eccentric nurse is brought in at short notice.Rachel can't resist snooping, but can she avoid a man determined to kill her, while getting to the bottom of a mysterious death? It's vital she untangles this complex case before they reach New York?If you like twisty plots, red herrings and determined heroines, you'll love this latest seafaring adventure.Buy Deadly Cruise for a transatlantic voyage to remember!

How high does the conspiracy go?When the body of a homeless woman is found in a dugout foundation of the ancient ruins of a Roman bath-house, there is little... or no investigation. Why?The Museum Murders takes readers on a heart-pounding journey through the dark underbelly of Leicester, where nothing is as it seems. As Carlos delves into the disappearance of a young woman, he uncovers a sinister plot involving influential figures and the systematic targeting of society's most vulnerable.Will Carlos and acting DI, Fiona Cook navigate the treacherous maze of corruption to uncover the truth before more lives are lost? With its riveting plot, complex characters, and unexpected twists, this gripping crime novel will leave readers racing to the final page.Carlos and Fiona, assisted by his faithful friend, ex-cadaver dog, Lady, race against time to expose the truth, face his personal demons, and deliver justice for those who have been silenced.In the background, Carlos and Fiona continue their pursuit of the criminal mastermind Nicolae and his connection to a powerful Edinburgh lawyer, who holds Fiona's brother under his spell. Threats and challenges mount as they get nearer to solving the case.With his meticulous nature and military instincts, Carlos employs every skill at his disposal to bring a killer to justice and expose the dark underpinnings of the conspiracy.The deeper he digs, the more dangerous the investigation becomes. How high does the conspiracy go?

Set sail with Rachel Prince, a tenacious sleuth, as she dives headfirst into a chilling murder investigation.Buckle up for adventure in this Mediterranean cruise ship mystery. Dumped by her fiancé, Rachel seeks solace in a lavish getaway suggested by her best friend Sarah Bradshaw. Little did they know, her dream vacation would turn into a nightmare. When an eerie accident challenges Rachel's detective skills, she must navigate a treacherous web of deception. Unsure who to trust and trying to avoid a lurking assassin, Rachel and friends uncover a devious plot.Brace yourself for a wild rollercoaster ride of sinister plots and jaw-dropping twists as Rachel races against time to uncover the truth before it's too late.For fans of Death in Paradise and Downton Abbey, prepare to be enthralled by the suspense of A Cruise to Murder. Don't miss out. Get ready to be enthralled and longing for more!A Cruise to Murder is the first instalment in a cozy cruise ship mystery series.Buy A Cruise to Murder to set sail for danger today!

Prepare for an electrifying voyage when paradise becomes perilous!When Rachel stumbles upon a lifeless body sprawled on a sun bed, she dives headfirst into a chilling murder investigation.Just when Rachel is enjoying paradise Hawaiian style on board the Coral Queen, a group of private nurses and their eccentric patients bring trouble aplenty. Not least when one of them is murdered. With its exotic locations, Hawaii forms the perfect backdrop to the latest in the Rachel Prince cozy mystery series.Join Rachel and the indomitable Lady Marjorie Snellthorpe as they peel back layers of secrecy and lies following the demise of a private nurse. Whilst unveiling a web of treachery on the high seas during their luxurious Hawaiian cruise, Rachel and friends must be careful who they trust.With red herrings galore and multiple twists and turns, hold on tight for an exhilarating escapade that will leave you gasping for breath. Get ready to be enthralled and longing for more!

Gerry is born to be different. He only has one ear.This book follows his struggles as he finds that the world can be tough if you look different. Gerry longs to be accepted but finds himself lonely and isolated.The other cats call him names. All Gerry wants is to be part of the crowd.It takes time for him to learn how to overcome bullying. Help comes from an unlikely source.This entertaining and engaging story addresses issues of bullying diversity and acceptance.

A body in the water. A plethora of suspects. Rachel Prince must be on another cruise!Plus, by popular demand, Lady Marjorie Snellthorpe returns...Crew aboard the fictional Coral Queen find themselves stretched to the limit by the antics of a Queen tribute act, a troublesome stag party and a group of excitable female cheerleaders.Rachel is accompanying Lady Marjorie on a cruise around the Baltics. The older woman is hoping for a mystery while Rachel seeks peace and quiet. PC Rachel Prince, cruise ship sleuth can't believe it when a man dies under suspicious circumstances. The probable homicide occurs shortly after an unpleasant encounter with a Freddie Mercury lookalike.Rachel and Marjorie find themselves absorbed by the man's untimely death, and surrounded by suspicious characters with ample motive for killing the unpopular victim.The Chief of Security wavers between involving Rachel in the investigation and keeping her away from it. Sarah, Rachel's best friend and cruise ship nurse is keen to keep her out of harms way, but it's a case of the irresistible force meets the immovable object when there's a mystery to be solved. Rachel is spurred on by the incorrigible Marjorie who is keen to interfere and test her own sleuthing skills.Chief Waverley and Sarah are fighting a losing battle, and become more and more exasperated by Rachel's involvement. In addition to this they both have problems of their own.As the dead man appeared to have more enemies than friends, this mystery tests Rachel to the limit. She finds herself in danger as she tries to keep Lady Marjorie safe while solving the crime.Join the crew and passengers aboard the Coral Queen for another exciting adventure at sea!

Rachel Prince is drawn to investigate when the leader of a Bucket List tour party is discovered in the library on the first day of her Antipodean cruise. Can this seemingly harmless group of elderly people have a killer among them?Rachel thinks she is living the dream. Taking a cruise around Australia and New Zealand as a guest lecturer and meeting up again with her best friend, cruise ship nurse, Sarah. The scene is set for the holiday of a lifetime!Difficulties abound for everyone when an interim chief of security causes countless problems and appears to take an intense dislike of Sarah. Not trusting the new chief to get to the bottom of the murder, Rachel investigates on her own, soon discovering that the dead woman from the Bucket List tour party had been receiving anonymous threatening emails. To make matters infinitely worse, Rachel's ex turns up on board, and things start to go horribly wrong.The cruise ship sleuth needs to work fast to find out if one of the gentle elders on the bucket list tour is a murderer while avoiding her ex like the plague.