Bøker av Carly Winter

Nailing a murderer is difficult... but so is dealing with a cranky talking dog. When the owner of Hammer and Nail Hardware is found dead, Gina's most loyal customer, Erika, becomes the prime suspect. Despite having every reason to kill Molly Burton, Erika vehemently denies involvement and pleads with Gina to help uncover the real murderer. With almost all evidence pointing to Erika, Gina and her talking dog, Daisy, along with Deputy Trevor Hutchinson, delve into the secrets concealed behind the aisles of the hardware store. However, the clues they unearth leave them with more questions than answers. Adding to the chaos, Gina takes in a bonded pair of dogs who prefer solitude. Daisy is determined to break them up, despite Gina's pleas to let them be. As danger escalates, can Gina and Daisy hammer out the details and expose the true murderer?

Nailing a murderer is difficult... but so is dealing with a cranky talking dog.When the owner of Hammer and Nail Hardware is found dead, Gina's most loyal customer, Erika, becomes the prime suspect.Despite having every reason to kill Molly Burton, Erika vehemently denies involvement and pleads with Gina to help uncover the real murderer. With almost all evidence pointing to Erika, Gina and her talking dog, Daisy, along with Deputy Trevor Hutchinson, delve into the secrets concealed behind the aisles of the hardware store. However, the clues they unearth leave them with more questions than answers.Adding to the chaos, Gina takes in a bonded pair of dogs who prefer solitude. Daisy is determined to break them up, despite Gina's pleas to let them be.As danger escalates, can Gina and Daisy hammer out the details and expose the true murderer?

A dead chef is bad for business... and so is being accused of murder.When restaurant owner, Sally Turner, finds her chef murdered, she realizes she's in deep trouble... especially when she was the last one to see the victim alive and they'd been arguing when she left him. She turns to Gina for help in finding the real killer.As Gina assists Deputy Trevor Hutchison exploration into the chef's past, they find a cast of unsavory characters, lies and danger. Amidst the investigation, an unexpected guest - a rambunctious golden retriever named Zeus - lands on Gina's doorstep. Juggling the search for a murderer and managing the mischievous canine tests Gina's patience, leading to conflict with those around her. With her talking dog, Daisy, at her side, will Gina be able to find the destructive Zeus a suitable home and navigate the investigation without becoming a victim herself?

A dead chef is bad for business… and so is being accused of murder.When restaurant owner, Sally Turner, finds her chef murdered, she realizes she's in deep trouble… especially when she was the last one to see the victim alive and they'd been arguing when she left him. She turns to Gina for help in finding the real killer.As Gina assists Deputy Trevor Hutchinson exploration into the chef's past, they find a cast of unsavory characters, lies and danger. Amidst the investigation, an unexpected guest - a rambunctious Golden Retriever - lands on Gina's doorstep. Juggling the search for a murderer and managing the mischievous canine tests Gina's patience, leading to conflict with those around her.With her talking dog, Daisy, at her side, will Gina be able to find the chaotic Golden a suitable home and navigate the investigation without becoming a victim herself?

He's had a troubled past… but is he a killer? When Gina Dunner's brother, Vic, is accused of murdering his ex-girlfriend, Gina isn't surprised. Living the life of a womanizing ranch hand with questionable friends and a lifetime of bad choices had to catch up with him at some point. After the Sheriff announces she has the right man, Vic vehemently denies the murder. When he begs Gina to help prove his innocence, she attempts to puts her doubts aside, despite him being the last one to see the woman alive. She and her rescue mutt, Daisy-a sweet, yet sassy, talking dog-start sniffing around into their own investigation. Will Gina and Daisy stumble onto the truth to exonerate Vic, or will the killer come for Gina next? Journey with amateur sleuths, Gina and Daisy, through the twists and turns of "Dog Treats and Death," a tale of family, betrayal, and the enduring bond between a woman and her extraordinary canine companion.

He's had a troubled past... but is he a killer?When Gina Dunner's brother, Vic, is accused of murdering his ex-girlfriend, Gina isn't surprised. Living the life of a womanizing ranch hand with questionable friends and a lifetime of bad choices had to catch up with him at some point.After the Sheriff announces she has the right man, Vic vehemently denies the murder. When he begs Gina to help prove his innocence, she attempts to puts her doubts aside, despite him being the last one to see the woman alive. She and her rescue mutt, Daisy-a sweet, yet sassy, talking dog-start sniffing around into their own investigation.Will Gina and Daisy stumble onto the truth to exonerate Vic, or will the killer come for Gina next?Journey with amateur sleuths, Gina and Daisy, through the twists and turns of "Dog Treats and Death," a tale of family, betrayal, and the enduring bond between a woman and her extraordinary canine companion.

When the town doctor dies at the Farmers Market, it is quickly discovered he was poisoned.The gossip vine turns its sites on Sam because she was one of the last people to see the man alive, and if anyone wanted him dead, it was her.As Sam fights to maintain her reputation as well as find the real killer, she discovers that once again, her future is going to be deeply affected by her past.Will Sam find the murderer before her life is left in tatters?

Her past has caught up with her… will a killer do the same?When Mrs. Mason, the owner of Knit Wit, finds her husband murdered, Sam Jones steps in to console her despite her own troubled life filled with uncertainty and loneliness. As their friendship blossoms, Sam confronts her past and the mistakes she's made. But will it be enough for the local deputy, Jordan Branson, to forgive her?While the police hunt for clues as to who the killer is, Sam also worries for her own life. Will the murderer be revealed before Sam becomes the next victim?

Deck the Halls... with a dead body? When Mrs. Claus is found murdered days before the Annual Heywood Christmas Festival, Sheriff Mallory Richards cancels the beloved event.As the flu takes out the whole sheriff's department--except for Deputy Jordan Branson--he begs Sam to help him find the killer.She and Annabelle set out to catch the murderer but land themselves in a tangled web of deception and danger.Will they be able to find the killer and save the Christmas Festival, or will Sam and Annabelle get too close to the truth and end up silenced?Enjoy this Christmas cozy mystery!

A dancer is found dead. The killer will go to great lengths to avoid apprehension.Deputy Jordan Branson is accused of murder in order to cover up a departmental investigation into his questionable behavior. He asks former Hollywood starlet, Sam Jones, to help him find the real killer.The problem?Sam isn't sure she believes in his innocence.She dives into the case anyway, but unfortunately, all clues lead directly back to Jordan.Once Jordan's arrested and proclaims his innocence once again, Sam's determined to catch the real killer and continues to prod and question the rest of the suspects.But will she uncover the truth before the real killer gets to her next?

As the reporter for the Tri-Town Times, Tilly Bordeaux is tasked with reporting on the murders in the area... not solving them. But when the clues present themselves, she has to follow them... right? Include all four books in the Tri-Town Murders: News and NectarinesShe's trying to report on the facts, but someone is framing her for murder.A local nectarine orchard burning to the ground is front page news, and as the only reporter for the Tri-Town Times, Tilly is determined to uncover the facts and find out who started the fire. That is, until she finds the main suspect with a knife in his chest, taking his dying breaths. News and NachosIs her best friend a murderer?When the owner of the local Mexican restaurant is found dead face down in a plate of nachos, Tilly, the reporter for the Tri-Town Times, is on the job. News and NutmegWas it death by donut or something far more sinister?Drama ensues when the president of the Oak Peak knitting club is found dead, a half-eaten donut at her side.When the death is ruled a murder, reporter Tilly Bordeaux is tasked with writing the story. News and NoodlesWhat happens when an alligator crashes a wedding?Tilly's special day is ruined when not only does a gator make an appearance, but the sound system goes down, it rains, the caterer delivers the wrong meal... and is later found dead.Some of Tilly's family were the last ones to see the woman alive, and law enforcement believes one of them is the murderer.Dive into this complete cozy mystery series today!

Hiding her true identity is difficult... but not as hard as catching a killer. As Samantha Jones, a former daytime television star, tries to assimilate into the small community of Heywood, her life is upended when her friend, Gina, is arrested for murdering her abusive ex-husband.Even though every shred of evidence points at Gina being the true killer, Sam can't believe her friend would murder one of the most hated men in town. As her search for the real killer eventually peters out and Sam's ready to declare Gina guilty, a turn of events leads her down an unexpected path.But will this path lead Sam to the real killer, or will an innocent person rot in prison for the rest of her life?

Be careful what you wish for… it may come true.When Bernie, Adam and their friends travel to the idyllic town of Heywood, Arizona, to witness a marriage, they never expected to find the officiating minister poisoned to death.With the Heywood sheriff being a novice to murder cases, she enlists Adam's help, and Ruby and Bernie decide to launch their own side investigation. Yet, with a near-death experience and a town populated by questionable residents with deep secrets, the killer remains elusive.A series of explosive events will change Bernie and Ruby relationship forever… if they can catch the killer before he gets to Bernie first.

From Hollywood, California, to Heywood, Arizona, trouble follows her...After her husband's brutal killing and her fall from the Hollywood elite, the disgraced Samantha Rathbone moves to Heywood hoping to forget her past and live a quiet life of anonymity as Sam Jones.When she takes a job at the local herbal shop, Sage Advice, and the owner is found murdered, Sam is pushed back into the unwanted spotlight when she becomes the number one suspect. As she wades through ugly family drama, the questionable business practices of others, and the lies embroiled in a small town, she searches for the true killer, hoping to save herself.Will Samantha be able to find the murderer before she's put away for a crime she didn't commit?

Be careful what you wish for... it may come true.When Bernie, Adam and their friends travel to the idyllic town of Heywood, Arizona, to witness a marriage, they never expected to find the officiating minister poisoned to death.With the Heywood sheriff being a novice to murder cases, she enlists Adam's help, and Ruby and Bernie decide to launch their own side investigation. Yet, with a near-death experience and a town populated by questionable residents with deep secrets, the killer remains elusive.A series of explosive events will change Bernie and Ruby relationship forever... if they can catch the killer before he gets to Bernie first.

Love they neighbor... or kill them? When the house across the street sells and Sylvia moves in, Bernie's quiet neighborhood is turned upside down.Demanding, rude and determined to have things her way, Sylvia threatens to have Bernie's bed and breakfast shut down while also making life difficult for the other neighbors.Just as the residents come together to fight the offending newcomer, she's found murdered. The suspect list is long, but since Bernie has the most to lose, the Sheriff has her in his sights.Can Bernie and her ghostly grandmother, Ruby, solve the killing before she's arrested for a crime she didn't commit?

Love thy neighbor... or kill them?When the house across the street sells and Sylvia moves in, Bernie''s quiet neighborhood is turned upside down.Demanding, rude and determined to have things her way, Sylvia threatens to have Bernie''s bed and breakfast shut down while also making life difficult for the other neighbors.ΓÇ⌐Just as the residents come together to fight the offending newcomer, she''s found murdered. The suspect list is long, but since Bernie has the most to lose, the Sheriff has her in his sights.ΓÇ⌐Can Bernie and her ghostly grandmother, Ruby, solve the killing before she''s arrested for a crime she didn''t commit?

Will her favorite time of year bring her joy... or tears?When Bernie plans a Christmas party for her and her friends, she's excited to decorate and enjoys buying all the gifts for a Secret Santa giveaway. The day before the festivities, she comes home to discover all her presents have been stolen. With the help of her ghostly grandmother, Ruby, she's determined to investigate who's responsible for ruining her Christmas party... and why. But when she discovers the perpetrator, will the Christmas spirit come alive in Bernie, or will Christmas be canceled?

Did he die because of money, love or revenge? When a man is found dead in a hotel room, Bernie's friend, Darla, becomes one of the main suspects. With her fragile mental health on the line, she begs Bernie to find the real killer to save her from spiraling into a dark episode.Bernie and Deputy Adam Gallagher have been an item for months, but when she questions him about the murder, she finds him unwilling to give her the information she needs to ease Darla's concerns.To find the true killer, Bernie is forced to make a decision that could ruin her relationship with Adam... if she's caught. With her ghostly grandmother's help, she puts everything on the line to find the murderer.

The year is 1965 and Patty Byrne is flying high as stewardess... until her life crashes when she finds her neighbor murdered. While cooperating with the police, she meets FBI agent Bill Hart, who shows an interest in both her and the victim's activities. When he asks Patty to introduce him to a couple of the suspects she knows, she immediately agrees, harboring groovy visions of leaving her stewardess job behind and becoming the first female FBI agent. But as they dive deeper into the case, it only becomes more confusing. When Patty's life is threatened, she realizes murder investigations aren't for the faint of heart. Can she untangle the web of clues to find the killer, or will she be the next victim?

She's never believed in ghosts... until now. As the owner of Sedona Bed and Breakfast, Bernadette Maxwell has always played up the rumors that her business was haunted. She's never believed it herself, even though she can't explain the odd odors that sometimes permeate the room or why a blast of cold air comes out of nowhere... until she has an accident and can suddenly see her resident ghost--her crazy, fun-loving, hippie grandmother, Ruby.When a guest is found dead, the police rule it a homicide. It becomes apparent Bernadette is not only a suspect, but also in the crosshairs of the murderer. With no one to turn to for help, she relies on Ruby to assist her in a search for clues to bring the killer to justice. Will Bernadette and Ruby find the murderer before Bernadette becomes the next victim?

A tourist is shoved from a cliff. It's up to an unruly ghost to solve the murder. When Bernie and her ghostly grandmother, Ruby, witness the killing of a tourist from a far, they find themselves ensnared in a vengeful group of suspects, each having an excellent motive for pushing the man to his death. Deputy Adam Gallagher has been assigned to solve the case. The problem? No one is talking. When Ruby approaches Bernie with a secret plan to nail the murderer and help Adam, Bernie reluctantly agrees. As Bernie and Ruby do their part to assist Adam, Bernie realizes the case is far more complicated than anyone thought. Unraveling it may put them all in danger. Can she find the murderer and get the dead man justice before the killer gets to her first?