Linda Reilly crea romanzi di mistero avvincenti, spesso con personaggi felini e crimini perplessi. Il suo stile di scrittura è caratterizzato da un'arguzia giocosa che attira i lettori in trame intricate. È specializzata in misteri 'cozy', dove il misfatto avviene in ambienti apparentemente tranquilli e i protagonisti svelano misteri con fascino e astuzia. Le sue opere sono celebrate per la loro leggerezza e le narrazioni accattivanti, mantenendo sempre un'avvincente sensazione di suspense.
Set in a vibrant world where animals possess human-like traits, the story unfolds with a clash of personalities and unexpected alliances. As tensions rise, characters navigate their relationships and confront challenges that test their loyalty and courage. Themes of friendship, rivalry, and the struggle for power come to the forefront, making for an engaging narrative filled with humor and heart. Prepare for a wild adventure where fur literally flies and the stakes are higher than ever.
Set in the quaint town of Whisker Jog, New Hampshire, a retired Hollywood actress seeks a peaceful life in a stone mansion while adopting two kittens. As she adjusts to her new surroundings with the help of a local shelter worker and her aunt, not everyone in the community welcomes her presence. The story explores themes of fame, acceptance, and the challenges of starting anew in a small town, highlighting the contrast between celebrity life and the desire for a quiet, ordinary existence.
Set in a cozy cat shelter, the story unfolds as Lara and Aunt Fran prepare for a reading nook's opening, only to face the shutdown of their shelter by health inspector Evonda Fray. When Evonda is found dead, suspicion falls on Lara and her aunt. With various potential suspects, including a tenant and a disgruntled family member, Lara, aided by her spirit cat Blue, must navigate the clues to uncover the true culprit and save their beloved shelter.
In this new installment of the Deep Fried Mystery series, the plot thickens as a quest for vengeance unfolds amidst a backdrop of culinary intrigue. The protagonist navigates a world filled with flavorful dishes and simmering tensions, where secrets could lead to deadly consequences. As the mystery deepens, the stakes rise, promising a thrilling blend of suspense and humor. Fans of the series can expect a tantalizing mix of crime and cuisine that keeps them guessing until the last bite.
Foodies and mystery lovers will come for the red herrings and stay for the cheese.-- Kirkus Reviews The second book in a delicious culinary cozy series--the muensters have arrived in Balsam Dell in this Halloween cozy mystery featuring a grilled cheese shop owner turned amateur sleuth After a long hot summer in Balsam Dell, Carly Hale is ready for crisp Vermont weather and gourmet grilled cheeses at her Grilled Cheese Eatery. And the upcoming Halloween food competition is the perfect way to impress the locals. But Ferris Menard, the owner of Sub-a-Dub-Sub, is nursing a serious grudge against Carly. Two days before the competition, one of Carly's employees quit his part-time gig at Menard's sub shop, sending Menard into a serious snit. In a confrontation at the Eatery, Menard accused Carly of sabotage and vowed to bring her down. That's when Menard's body is found in his kitchen the morning after the competition, a steak knife sticking out of his heart. But Menard had a slew of enemies, and if Carly doesn't figure out which one is the culprit, she might find herself--or someone she cares about--serving grilled cheese sandwiches under lock and brie!
Set in the picturesque Berkshires, the story follows Talia Marby as she runs a popular deep-fried food establishment. However, her culinary success takes a dark turn when she uncovers a mystery that hints at something sinister beneath the surface of her idyllic surroundings. This engaging tale blends delicious food with intrigue, making it a captivating start to the Deep Fried Mystery series.
In a chilling narrative, a relentless pursuit unfolds as a character grapples with the haunting presence of a killer. The story delves into themes of obsession, fear, and survival, creating an atmosphere of tension and suspense. As the protagonist navigates a web of danger, the line between hunter and hunted blurs, leading to unexpected twists and revelations. The psychological depth of the characters enhances the gripping plot, making for a compelling and immersive reading experience.
The first in a delicious new culinary cozy series featuring a grilled cheese eatery owner who must solve murders in her small town before she is put under lock and brieBack in Balsam Dell to heal after the death of her husband, Carly Hale is finally pursuing her lifelong dream—opening Carly's Grilled Cheese Eatery. After only five months, business is booming as Vermont vacationers and townspeople alike flock to lunch on her Party Havartis and other grilled cheese concoctions. All but Lyle Bagley, Carly's one-time high school boyfriend and now town bully who just bought the building that houses her eatery and wants Carly out. After a muenster of a fight, Carly's forced to put her nose to the rind and find a solution to keep her business afloat.That is...until Lyle is discovered dead behind the dumpster of Carly's shop, and one of her employees becomes the prime suspect. In order to save her eatery and prove her friend's innocence, Carly must sleuth out the killer before she's the one who gets grilled.With a delightful cast of characters, an inventive amateur sleuth, and a whole host of cheesy hijinks, Up to No Gouda is the perfect cozy murder mystery to melt into.
Set in the festive town of Whisker Jog, New Hampshire, the annual holiday cookie competition takes a dark turn when a judge dies after tasting a treat. Lara Caphart, who manages a cat shelter, finds herself embroiled in a murder investigation as the main suspect is linked to her best friend. With cryptic clues suggesting a connection to a striking blue-eyed cat, Lara must navigate the mystery while juggling her plans for a new category of pet-friendly cookies, leading to a thrilling game of cat and mouse.
A cooking contest becomes a fry to the finish in the new Deep Fried Mystery from the author of Out of the Dying Pan. Fry another day. The town of Wrensdale is abuzz with excitement when Steeltop Foods sponsors a cooking contest to promote its new product, the Flavor Dial. With a $25,000 prize at stake, all the contestants are on edge, including Talia Marby, owner of Fry Me A Sliver. She hopes her mini deep-fried apple pies will win her the money to pay off the renovations on her restaurant. But when Norma Ferguson wins with her flaky-top chicken stew, the tensions dial up even more. After Norma is found dead at her cooking station, the police suspect a losing contestant got a little too hot under the collar. Now it’s crunch time as Talia works to catch the killer and clear her name before another cook gets burned. Includes delicious recipes!
