Bücher von Wendy Meadows

Paradise hides the deadliest secrets... Patricia McKay's latest travel assignment is a dream come true: a tropical getaway where she can soak up the sun and interview a local businesswoman who's determined to transform the island into a world-class family vacation destination. But trouble is brewing in paradise - and when a poison dart lands Patricia's interviewee in a body bag, her trip takes a sour turn... and everybody's favorite amateur sleuth is plunged into a murky murder investigation that pushes her to the brink. After the island's only boat is stolen, Patricia finds herself stranded with a quirky cast of suspects - including a strange cowboy, a crazy cook, two lovestruck natives, a dim-witted blond on the run from a bounty hunter, and a dangerous man who isn't what he seems. With the odds stacked against her, Patricia must fight to keep her head above water as she tries to unravel a mysterious case that forces her to discard theory after theory. Can Patricia follow the killer's tracks and emerge from the jungle victorious? Or will this disastrous vacation be the last one she ever takes? Packed with thrilling twists and turns that will challenge even the most seasoned mystery reader, Tropical Tragedy is a fun and feel-good cozy mystery novel that will delight fans of puzzling who-dun-its and amateur sleuths.

Brenda Sheffield is no fan of ghosts. With Halloween rapidly approaching, Brenda puts up with her guests' fascination with the supernatural - and when her staff hatch an ingenious plan for spooky after-dark tours, she sees it as a great money-making opportunity. But after a lighthearted spot of research leads her to discover the horrifying truth about her beloved inn, her Halloween tours take a more sinister turn… and they soon end in disaster when she stumbles upon a Halloween decoration far more real than anybody wanted. Teaming up with an old historian to unravel the truth behind the newest murder in the Sheffield Bed and Breakfast, Brenda is forced to confront the dark past behind her inn. With mysterious disappearances haunting the town and no culprit in sight, can Brenda track down the killer? Or do the tales of ghosts lurking the halls have more truth to them than she likes to admit?

Framed and betrayed, time is of the essence… Egotistical, narcissistic, and thoroughly unlikeable, actress Ellen Teague is the newest arrival to the quiet inn of Sheffield Bed and Breakfast. Brenda tries to accommodate her as best she can - but when Ellen hits her with the shock claim that she's the rightful owner to the inn, Brenda finally reaches her wits end. Things only get worse when Ellen shows up dead the next day. Thrown head-first into a murder investigation as the prime suspect, Brenda faces a race against time to clear her name and hunt down the real killer. Betrayed by her lover Mac and given 48 hours to prove her innocence, Brenda's wits are put to the test as she races to find the truth before the cops come knocking. But Ellen had no short list of enemies. As Brenda discovers more and more actors with reasons for wanting her dead, it soon becomes clear that piecing together the truth will be no easy task. Can Brenda beat the odds and unmask the killer when even her closest friends are against her? Or will Ellen's death ruin her life forever? Packed with suspense and page-turning tension, Brenda's next adventure takes cozy mystery to a whole new level. If you adore puzzling mysteries with idyllic settings and lovable amateur sleuths, then the next installment of the Sweetfern Harbor Mystery series is for you.

An amateur sleuth with a bed and breakfast, an unfriendly resident found dead, and a handsome detective who helps unravel the mystery in the cozy beach town of Sweetfern Harbor. Brenda Sheffield can't believe her luck when she finds out that the family business, The Sheffield Bed and Breakfast, has been handed down to her upon the death of a relative. For too long, she's been idle as an assistant to a PI - a new challenge is precisely what she needs. Uprooting to the idyllic village of Sweetfern Harbor was tough, but it doesn't take long for Brenda to fall for the brightly painted shopfronts and the friendly residents. However, there's always one who spoils the bouquet. Lady Pendleton owns half of the buildings in Sweetfern Harbor, and she rules with a green-fingered fist. With a personal vendetta against everyone, she ruthlessly raises rent and rates - resulting in turning many people out of house, home, and business. One day, her flashy car pulls up outside The Sheffield Bed and Breakfast, but Brenda is shocked to find her slumped over the wheel and failing to respond. The coroner pronounces her dead at the scene, ruling it as a homicide. With the entire town a suspect, Brenda isn't sure whom to turn to since crime isn't usually a factor in this New England town. Enter the handsome Detective Mac Rivers, who must unravel the twists and turns of this murder - but can an outsider's sleuthing experience help bring the perpetrator to justice? Or will they slip out of sight unnoticed - or strike down another victim?

Stranded in the corn, a murderer is on their trail… Rita Knight expected to spend the last of her summer on a cheery and peaceful vacation with her lover Billy - but one wrong turn leaves them hopelessly lost amid an endless expanse of cornfields, deep in America's heartland. The corn is hiding a terrible secret. After a gruesome murder strikes the little town of Cornville, Rita and Billy are plunged into a deadly investigation to uncover the town's tragic history and find the killer lurking in the corn. Rumors say that Cornville is cursed - and as they dig deeper, Rita can't help but feel the walls of corn are closing in on them. Stumbling onto a horrible scheme of revenge and without her sister at her side, Rita and Billy must make a daring move and challenge the elusive murderer on his own turf. But once they step into the corn, they might not come out again… Can Rita and Billy unravel the Curse of Cornville and emerge unscathed? Or will they become the town's next victims?

A creepy old manor, spine-chilling supernatural rumors, and a murderer stalking the shadows… Roped into visiting the infamous Dead and Breakfast, a spooky horror-themed vacation spot, Patricia McKay is expecting a stay filled with excitement and a few good scares. But after a vicious snowstorm descends and traps the guests inside, her visit begins to take a far more sinister turn. Stuck in a spooky old manor and sleeping in the very same room where a gruesome murder took place years ago, the horrors of the past rear their heads when a new dead body is discovered. Patricia soon finds herself caught up in a deadly murder mystery. With nobody to rely on but her strange host, she must unravel the clues and unmask the killer lurking in the shadowy halls - before it's too late. But in the creaky old Dead and Breakfast, the rabbit hole goes deep. As she tumbles further into her investigation, Patricia must sleep with one eye open. With a murderer afoot, ghost stories are the least of her worries… Can Patricia unmask the killer and solve this sinister mystery? Or will she wind up as the Dead and Breakfast's next victim? Perfect for fans of warm and cozy mysteries with lovable amateur sleuths and a trail of twists and turns, Whispering Hills Murder is a spooky and enjoyable who-dun-it that makes your imagination come alive.

An amateur sleuth, a handsome detective, and a murder to solve. Cozy up for the night with this mystery. Romance is in the air….and so is danger. All seems well in the sleepy little town of Maple Hills, Vermont, especially for Nikki and her son, Seth. But then, a mysterious and dark stranger arrives in Nikki's cherished chocolate shop. This person, a serious and dark haired lady, brings with her an animosity towards Nikki, and the one person she never expected, or wanted, to see again…. Andrew, Nikki's ex-husband and Seth's father, suddenly creeps into town, carrying a load full of trouble and a lot of bad memories (and vibes) for Nikki. Things just couldn't possibly get worse for her, right? Dead wrong. All in a short time period, Nikki's shop is vandalized, Andrew turns up missing, then kidnapped, and the mystery woman ends up dead. Fortunately for Nikki, her brave beau, Hawk Daily, Maple Hills' finest and all of her family and friends come to her aid, in one way or another. But, this may be a mystery that just might be a little too close-and dangerous-for Nikki to handle this time. This cozy mystery is a clean read: no graphic violence, sex, or strong language. It can be read in one to two hours. It is perfect for those moments when you are waiting at an appointment or want to enjoy a quick read.

A Breath of Fresh Air After solving numerous murders in the generally cozy town of Snow Falls, Alaska, Sarah Garland and Detective Conrad Spencer are ready for life to return to normal. Struggling with writer's block and dealing with personal pain from her divorce, Sarah knows that a storm is raging inside of her heart, capable of capturing everyone she cares about. A New Town When Detective Spencer invites Sarah for a trip with him to Minnesota to help him investigate the death of a close friend, Sarah accepts thinking that it will be good for her mentality. Long time friend Amanda tags along as well, each of the group excited that life has begun to calm down. A Perpetual Tale However, upon arrival in Minnesota they are greeted with flooding rain, a condemned hotel, and numerous deadly criminals. Can Sarah overcome the shadows of her past and regain her focus to help her friends find the killer in this new city?

A New Life Sarah Garland is a retired homicide detective from Los Angeles, California, who found her peace in the cozy town of Snow Falls, Alaska. After a painful divorce, she now owns a successful coffee shop in the quaint town and is ready to pursue her new career as a mystery writer. But the peace of her own private winter escape is soon interrupted. A Frightening Discovery One cold winter morning, Sarah finds a grotesque snowman in front of her new home, despite being miles away from town on two acres of private land. Although Sarah first suspects the new Detective Conrad Spencer is the culprit of the snow tricks, she quickly realizes that a deadly criminal has been inspired by her new novel and takes pleasure in taunting her. A Formidable Force After confiding in her new best friend Amanda, Sarah is determined to get to the bottom of this mystery. Learning that Detective Conrad is more of a friend than a foe, the group must work together to find the real criminal. This winter cozy mystery series can be read in one to two hours. It is perfect for those moments when you are waiting at an appointment or want to enjoy a quick read.

Bethany Lights was looking forward to her new life in Snow Falls, a tiny community in the depths of the Alaskan wilderness. Settling in to a life that was mundane was all she wanted for now but events would soon overtake her and her roommate Julie. When an opportunity to help renovate a ski resort comes up, Bethany and Julie jump at the chance to get to an even more remote spot, reachable only by snowmobile. Traveling with an irritable and cranky old man and his wife, the two friends arrive at the secluded spot to discover that it is far from what they had hoped for. Cold and dark, and perched on a lonely mountaintop, there's not another living soul for miles around. Or is there? When their spare fuel for their snowmobile is stolen it's worrying enough to imagine that an unknown person is lurking. But when a dead body literally falls out of the walk-in freezer it becomes apparent that something is terribly wrong. With a killer on the loose, no way of summoning help from the outside world and a storm rolling in, Bethany and her friends are about to find out that the wilds of Alaska aren't the only dangers they face. Someone is out to kill them. Now, at the edge of her sanity and the edge of the world too, Bethany is going to need all her wits if she is to survive the coming hours and get off the mountain alive.