Diese Autorin schafft fesselnde Erzählungen, die Biografie, Geschichte und Krimis miteinander verweben. Ihre Werke tauchen tief in die komplexen Beziehungen zwischen Frauen ein und beleuchten deren Leben in entscheidenden historischen Momenten. Mit einem scharfen Blick für Details und einer ausgeprägten Erzählstimme erweckt sie die Vergangenheit zum Leben und enthüllt die verborgenen Dramen und tiefen Verbindungen, die Leben prägten. Ihre Schriften bieten den Lesern einen reichen Teppich an Geschichten, der die Komplexität menschlicher Erfahrungen über verschiedene Epochen hinweg untersucht.
Eine Tierforscherin wird erhängt aufgefunden, und eine Biologie-Professorin wird verdächtigt. Ihre Liebe zu streunenden Katzen wird als mögliches Motiv angesehen. China, die Freundin der Professorin und Amateurdetektivin, glaubt an deren Unschuld und vermutet menschliche Aggression hinter dem Verbrechen.
China Bayles möchte ihre Steuerberaterin Rosemary besser kennenlernen, doch findet sie sie tot in ihrem Haus. Es gibt viele Verdächtige, darunter Rosemarys Exmann. China begibt sich auf die Suche nach dem Mörder.
The story revolves around Mr. Harmsworth, who, after his haystack is mysteriously burned, takes drastic measures by blocking a path through his orchard. Witnesses, including animals, suggest a ghost is responsible for the incident. Miss Potter becomes intrigued by the ghost's message, leading her to unravel the mystery surrounding the haunting. The narrative blends elements of intrigue and the supernatural, inviting readers into a world where the past and present collide through spectral communication.
The Cottage Tales mysteries feature Beatrix Potter as a central character, blending her charming world with intriguing mysteries. Set in the picturesque English countryside, these stories combine elements of adventure, friendship, and the enchanting nature of Potter's beloved animal characters. Susan Wittig Albert masterfully weaves together historical detail and whimsical storytelling, appealing to both long-time fans and new readers alike. The series invites readers to explore the magic of Potter's life while unraveling captivating mysteries.
Set in Near Sawrey, the story unfolds after Mr. Wickstead's mysterious death, rumored to be linked to a hidden treasure. Only his dog, Pickles, holds the key to the truth. Amidst this intrigue, Beatrix Potter navigates personal challenges in her love life and family dynamics, all while being drawn into the investigation of the murder. The narrative intertwines her compassion for both humans and animals, creating a rich backdrop of mystery and emotional depth.
Holly Blues (China Bayles Mystery)
An abandoned baby named Flora and a mysterious scarab ring appear on Beatrix Potter's doorstep, leading her and her animal companions into a curious investigation. Their inquiries uncover the ring's connection to a resident of the supposedly haunted Hawthorn House, intensifying the intrigue surrounding the enigmatic events. As they delve deeper, Beatrix and her friends must unravel the mystery behind these perplexing occurrences.
Beatrix Potter loves the warmth of Sawrey, her new hometown. But even the kindest of souls can turn snappish when houseguests overstay their welcome. When Beatrix returns from time away, she finds the attic overrun with rats. Rosabelle, resident rat and generous hostess, has offered her family a place to stay. But when word gets out, she soon has dozens of rat families on her tiny hands. To get rid of them, Beatrix invites some cats over-deeply offending Felicia Frummety, resident cat. Then a mysterious outsider plans to ruin the pristine shoreline of Lake Windermere by building a sprawl of villas. And trouble has beset three village children, favorites of Beatrix, who are counting on the help of the fairies of Cuckoo Brow Wood. Now, with her signature tact, Beatrix must work with her friends-human and animal-to set things right.
"The Pecan Springs Enterprise Trilogy: Deadlines, Fault Lines, Firelines. If you're a fan of China Bayles, Ruby Wilcox, and Pecan Springs, Texas, you'll love Susan Wittig Albert's three new novellas, together in a single edition! Prime crime on deadline. DEADLINES: When Pecan Springs Enterprise crime reporter Jessica Nelson gets an anonymous tip about a year-old death that might be murder, she's already facing too many deadlines, so the story is low on her to-investigate list. Plus, she's distracted by the possibility of a hot lead in the cold-case arson deaths of her parents and twin sister, deaths for which she suffers survivor's guilt and a phobic fear of fire. And time is running out for the Enterprise. The newspaper is facing a deadline that threatens to destroy it-and the jobs of everybody on the staff. But after Jessica and her friend China Bayles discover the secret identity hidden in hand-crafted notepaper, she knows she has to get the story. FAULT LINES: It's beginning to seem inevitable: Pecan Springs' only newspaper is folding and crime reporter Jessica Nelson and the rest of the Enterprise staff are losing their jobs. Whose fault is it? Can anything be done to stop it? At the same time, Jessica herself is struggling with a secret born from the arson deaths of her family: a debilitating fear of fire that threatens her ability to do her work. But those aren't the only frightening issues on Jessica's plate. Her friend Ruby Wilcox, developing her psychic skills with the help of the secretive director of the paranormal psychology lab at the university, is compelled to dig up a long-buried secret from her past-and begs Jessica and China Bayles to help. What will they find? Whose fatal fault will they uncover? Can the killer finally be held to account for a long-forgotten murder? FIRELINES: The Enterprise has a new lease on life, but nobody knows how long that will last. Will there be a newspaper tomorrow? There's plenty of work on Jessica Nelson's crime desk, but when she learns of a hot lead in the cold-case arson deaths of her parents and twin sister, she knows she has to investigate it. The story pulls her into the death of a cop, requires her to face her own phobic fear of fire, and introduces her to a man-much too old for her-who is passionately committed to using fire to protect the wilderness.Will this bring her any closer to a killer who has eluded the police for over twenty years-and who threatens to start another deadly, catastrophic wildfire?"-- Provided by publisher
In a quaint village, the mysterious death of beloved shepherd Ben Hornby prompts Beatrix to investigate, suspecting foul play. A trio of clever village cats believes the sheep may have witnessed the crime and joins her quest. Amidst her farm responsibilities and concern for a troubled girl, Beatrix navigates the intertwining stories of Sawrey's residents—both human and animal. The investigation reveals that collaboration among all creatures is essential to uncover the truth behind Ben's untimely demise.
