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On the trail of murder The calendar has flipped to March but a winter chill of murder still stirs Sherman, Wyoming. The latest death involves an off-season dude ranch and its staff, ardent rivals in a quest for buried treasure, a wildlife whisperer who seemed to know no enemies, and legends and exploits of long dead outlaws. Elizabeth and her fellow investigators must fan out across Cottonwood County and time to find answers. They balance that with plans for an upcoming wedding, while the KWMT-TV crew adjusts to new ownership. Everyone hopes spring hires will breathe much-needed life into the understaffed local station. If only Sherman had a draw . . . besides puzzling murders. Cue Up, Book 14 of the Caught Dead in Wyoming series, is a smart, surprising, fast-paced cozy mystery with humor. If you like quirky characters, hints of romance and twists you won’t see coming, then you’ll love USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn’s page-turner. Don't miss any of Elizabeth Danniher's Caught Dead in Wyoming adventures: Sign Off Left Hanging Shoot First Last Ditch Look Live Back Story Cold Open Hot Roll Reaction Shot Body Brace Cross Talk Air Ready Holiday Bullets Cue Up Head Room "While the mystery itself is twisty-turny and thoroughly engaging, it's the smart and witty writing that I loved the best." – Diane Chamberlain, bestselling author "Colorful characters, intriguing, intelligent mystery, plus the state of Wyoming leaping off every page." -- Emilie Richards, USA Today bestselling author What readers are saying about the Caught Dead in Wyoming series “McLinn's mysteries set in Wyoming are addictive. The writing is excellent, the twists and turns keep the brain engaged, and Elizabeth's wry commentary keeps a smile on my face.” “E.M.’s internal monologues are sharp, snappy and often hilarious.” "A terrific series with a western flair. . . . Great characters that you would want as your friends. Smart, funny, but not perfect." “There's a real love for wide-open spaces in McLinn's writing, and it's a pleasure to visit the world she so beautifully creates. Can't wait for the next book(s)!” “McLinn has created in E.M. a female protagonist who is flawed but likable, never silly or cartoonish, and definitely not made of cardboard.” More mystery from Patricia McLinn Secret Sleuth series Death on the Diversion Death on Torrid Avenue Death on Beguiling Way Death on Covert Circle Death on Shady Bridge Death on Carrion Lane Death on ZigZag Trail Death on Puzzle Place Death on Riddle Road The Innocence Trilogy Proof of Innocence Price of Innocence Premise of Innocence Ride the River: Rodeo Knights (romantic suspense, includes Caught Dead in Wyoming characters) western small town mysteries, murder mystery romance series, cosy cozy dog mystery Humorous, women sleuths humor, Amateur Sleuth Suspense Thrillers comedy female protagonist, Crime fiction Wyoming

Season’s greetings: Whodunit? Santa Claus is coming to town, but guess who’s coming first to Haines Tavern, Kentucky – Great-Aunt Kit. If Sheila and her fellow amateur detective Clara want to give her author relative what she most wants this Christmas, they’ll wrap up a murder investigation -- with a mysterious victim, intriguing suspects, and suspicious twists. Because this time, Kit wants to be involved firsthand in solving a suspenseful puzzle. The police – including Sheila’s romantic interest – want the amateur investigators to stand down. But how can they when the clues hit so close to home? Sheila’s Christmas cookie recipe is the apparent murder weapon, in the hands of one of the small town’s quirky characters and one of the favorite humans of Sheila’s rescue dog, Gracie the rough collie. She can’t disappoint her pet by stopping her detective work short of the thrilling answer to Whodunit? Kit also has ideas on solving Sheila’s romantic relationship with detective-once-more Teague O’Donnell, starting with revealing her most dangerous secret. But he’s keeping secrets of his own. By New Year’s, will this be a Christmas love story season to remember? Or a Grinch of a solution? Yuletide clues will keep Sheila, Clara, Kit -- and you – guessing as all celebrate the season in Book 8 of the Secret Sleuth mystery series by USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn. If you’re new to this page-turner cozy mystery series with humor, don’t miss its start, when Sheila encounters murder on a transatlantic cruise ship in Death on the Diversion. Then follow her to dry land in Death on Torrid Avenue and the gripping books that follow, because mysteries and deception abound in her new Kentucky home. Secret Sleuth series Death on the Diversion Death on Torrid Avenue Death on Beguiling Way Death on Covert Circle Death on Shady Bridge Death on Carrion Lane Death on ZigZag Trail Death on Puzzle Place Death on Riddle Road Death on the Diversion ”is such an enjoyable story, reminiscent of Agatha Christie's style, with a good study of human nature and plenty of humor. Great start to a new series!” – 5-star review Death on Torrid Avenue “is told with a lot of humor and the characters are good company. I thoroughly enjoyed myself and am looking forward to the next story.” – 5-star review Secret Sleuth: female sleuth, amateur detective, traditional mystery, mystery with humor, mysteries with humor humorous mysteries with dog, mystery with dog, small town crime, murder mystery, ex-cop boyfriend, Christmas holiday visitor family More mystery from Patricia McLinn Caught Dead in Wyoming series Sign Off Left Hanging Shoot First Last Ditch Look Live Back Story Cold Open Hot Roll Reaction Shot Body Brace Cross Talk Air Ready Holiday Bullets Cue Up Head Room "While the mystery itself is twisty-turny and thoroughly engaging, it's the smart and witty writing that I loved the best." -- Diane Chamberlain, New York Times bestselling author "Colorful characters, intriguing, intelligent mystery, plus the state of Wyoming leaping off every page." -- Emilie Richards, USA Today bestselling author The Innocence Trilogy Proof of Innocence Price of Innocence Premise of Innocence Ride the River: Rodeo Knights (romantic suspense)

❤ Hearts can heal ... with a little help? ❤ Life's challenging enough for widower Hall Quick right now. He's sure not thinking about love. He has four children — moody teenager Dan, meddling Molly and Lizzie, and into-everything toddler Bobby – all of them still reeling from their mother's unexpected death. A ranch that needs more hours than he has to give. A household that passed wrack and ruin a while back. All he wants from the new schoolteacher is a passable report on his kids so he doesn't have another problem to deal with. At least that what he thinks he wants from Kinsey Smith. The good-hearted matchmakers of the Wyoming Marriage Association have other ideas. This circle of friends gives a little nudge here, a little accidental meeting there, and who knows what can happen . . . maybe even a family. Second Start: Family is a heartwarming romance by USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn in The Wyoming Marriage Association series, where matchmakers are bringing together couples in need of love. Characters from Patricia McLinn's A Place Called Home, Wyoming Wildflowers and Bardville, Wyoming, series come together to bring together people they hope will find love and happiness, as they have. For the readers of Janice Whiteaker, Kelly Elliott, Kat Singleton, Elsie Silver, Josie Jade, Holly Cortelyou, and Juliet Sobanet. The Wyoming Marriage Association – Helping love find a way First Date: Divorce Second Start: Family What readers say about USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn: "The ‘Wyoming Wildflowers’ series is full of joy, sadness, letting go, coming together, love, and the true meaning of family." -5* "Love the story! Ms. McLinn continues to impress me with her creativity and characters!" -5* "If you love emotional stories with complex characters, especially strong heroines and heart-stopping heroes, don't miss the ‘A Place Called Home’ trilogy.” -5* On ‘Bardville, Wyoming’: "Wonderful cowboy stories (that) touch the heart" -5* "Adventure, romance, and intrigue in a good blend." -5* Titles connected to Wyoming Marriage Association Wyoming Wildflowers series Wyoming Wildflowers: The Beginning (Snowberry) Almost a Bride (Indian Paintbrush) Match Made in Wyoming (Fireweed) My Heart Remembers (Bur Marigold) A New World Jack's Heart (Yellow Monkeyflower) Rodeo Nights Where Love Lives (Threadleaf Phacelia) A Cowboy Wedding (Mixed bouquet) Making Christmas (Pasque Flower) A Place Called Home series Lost and Found Groom At the Heart's Command Hidden in a Heartbeat Bardville, Wyoming series A Stranger in the Family A Stranger to Love The Rancher Meets His Match Ride the River: Rodeo Knights Search Terms associated with this heartfelt contemporary western romance series: heartwarming feel-good romance, happily-ever-after ending, HEA, enemies to lovers, widower, single father, teacher heroine, found family, small town romance, cowboy romance series, western contemporary romance series, small town romance series, love at first sight, family curse, family legend, secret baby romance, strangers to lovers romance, romantic suspense, romantic action adventure, second chance romance, contemporary western romance books, search and rescue pilot, hidden identity, secret identity, family ranch, cursed family, family curse for generations, shelter from hurricane together, single parent, single mother, highly recommend, Wyoming ranch romance, love story novels, Small-town romance, second chance at love, opposites attract, Feel good romance series, hometown romance, hometown family, believable characters, family of the heart romance series, found family romance, emotional women’s fiction, couldn’t put it down, happy ending, wonderful dialogue, romantic, steamy, and serious, sensuality, life and love, commitment, Slow burn romances, Rom com books, feel good romance, feel-good books for women, Romance series books for women, Love story books, well written, couple with chemistry, charming cast of characters, love and life, true love, books about falling in love, award-winning love stories, relationships, courtship, finding love, best-selling strong women fiction, believable characters, characters you like, characters change, happily ever after, recommended, sweet, sexy, well-rounded characters, family histories, family life, strangers to lovers romance, Contemporary romance books, romance series books for women, heartwarming books, romance in Google Play Books, life lessons, humor, laughter and tears, laugh and cry, lovable characters, friendship, relationship, satisfying, love, sex, desire, fighting attraction, chance at happiness, unexpected, sexy, steamy, acclaimed romance, unputdownable, smart, strong, popular series, popular romance series to download and read, rom com series for ebooks, moving romance novel Feel-good romance, contemporary romance, romance for adults, swoonworthy, female, stories, sensual, sensual romance, emotional journey, sassy, captivating romance, hot romance, sparks, love and friendship, family, love, love books, kissing books, USA today bestseller, Patricia McLinn books, Patricia McLinn romance, Smart romance, romance books, beach reads, sensual romance, heart-warming, family, love books, books like movies, new romance, romance novel, romance book opposites attract romance,, rural romantic comedy, Opposites attract romance novels

❤ Going undercover as a couple on the brink of divorce. ❤ It's the perfect role for K.D. and Eric. After all, neither believes in marriage. The one snag. . . they've never met before. Locals think there's something wrong going on at the Marriage-Save facility that wants to take up permanent residence in a historic building in Bardville, Wyoming. While the sheriff investigates from the outside, he recruits his friend Eric Larkin to look into the matter from the inside. And then he pairs Eric with deputy K.D. Hamilton, as a couple desperately in need of counseling. It's a match made for divorce. K.D. never has believed in marriage, with her view strengthened by watching her mother's current marriage restrict and change her. Eric's family is filled with good marriages, leaving him unprepared for the possibility of a bad one. His was a stinker. The divorce from his ambitious ex was even worse. As he told someone, "For me it was getting hit in the head from behind with a cement block. After the first blow, it's all a little foggy." So, they're completely ready for the relationship-headed-for-divorce part of this assignment. But to fool everyone at the Marriage-Save facility, they also need to persuade them there was enough chemistry between them once to fall in love and get married. This could be trickier than either of them ever expected/bargained for. What readers say about First Date: Divorce "Fun story. Were people really trying to help married couples stay together, or was it all a scam? A deputy and a lawyer try to get to the truth." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I absolutely loved First Date: Divorce. The characters are fully developed, the plot believable, the mystery interesting, the slow burn romance beautiful, and the writing impeccable. I can hardly wait for the next volume of the Wyoming Marriage Association." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I enjoyed this book. It's the first romance I 've read by this author. I previously have read her mysteries, which I also highly recommend. She is a good writer who makes what might be stock characters & plots fresh & believable. Her skill makes her books well worth one's time." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ First Date: Divorce is the first book in a heartwarming new romance series by USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn -- The Wyoming Marriage Association -- where matchmakers are bringing together couples in need of love. For the readers of Janice Whiteaker, Kelly Elliott, Kat Singleton, Elsie Silver, Josie Jade, Holly Cortelyou, and Juliet Sobanet. The Wyoming Marriage Association First Date: Divorce Second Start: Family Titles connected to The Wyoming Marriage Association Characters from Patricia McLinn's Bardville, Wyoming, A Place Called Home, the Wyoming Wildflower series, and Ride the River come together to bring together people they hope will find love and happiness, as they have. 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Almost A Bride by Patricia McLinn released on May 25, 2001 is available now for purchase.

Just Write It Can you survive in publishing genre fiction if you don’t outline, if you go AWOL from character interviews, if you go cross-eyed at color-keyed plot charts, and if you would rather clean a sewer than write a synopsis? Whether you’re indie, traditional or hybrid, the answer is yes. A veteran bestselling author shares how she’s survived and thrived through 50 books and 30 years in publishing. USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn, who has taught writing from Australia to Washington, D.C., presents practical, proven and hard-won tips and tools for those who don’t write “right.” Nonfiction by Patricia McLinn Word Watch: A Writer's Guide to the Slippery, Sneaky and Otherwise Tricky. “Word Watch does for the common man or woman what Theodore Bernstein's The Careful Writer does for the scholarly intellectual. Far more extensive than Bernstein, having been created over the course of years, it's a valuable reference and a good read rolled into one.” – 5-star review “Keep it handy on your desk. Take it along for casual browsing … Read four or five entries a day to give your brain a good workout -- and your spirit a good laugh.” – 5-star review "A Fun Frolic Through the English Language" – review headline Fiction/Mystery by Patricia McLinn Caught Dead in Wyoming series Sign Off Left Hanging Shoot First Last Ditch Look Live Back Story Cold Open Hot Roll Reaction Shot Body Brace Cross Talk Air Ready Cue Up "While the mystery itself is twisty-turny and thoroughly engaging, it's the smart and witty writing that I loved the best." -- Diane Chamberlain, New York Times bestselling author "Colorful characters, intriguing, intelligent mystery, plus the state of Wyoming leaping off every page." -- Emilie Richards, USA Today bestselling author Secret Sleuth series Death on the Diversion Death on Torrid Ave. Death on Beguiling Way Death on Covert Circle Death on Shady Bridge Death on Carrion Lane Death on ZigZag Trail Death on Puzz;le Place Mystery with romance Proof of Innocence Price of Innocence Premise of Innocenc Ride the River: Rodeo Knights Fiction/Contemporary Romance Wyoming Wildflowers series Wyoming Wildflowers: The Beginning Almost a Bride Match Made in Wyoming My Heart Remembers A New World Jack’s Heart Rodeo Nights Where Love Lives A Cowboy Wedding Making Christmas Other Romance Series The Wedding Series Marry Me Seasons in a Small Town Bardville, Wyoming A Place Called Home Fiction/Western Historicals Widow Woman To Love a Cowboy

A rodeo producer, dead in the bull pen. Accident or murder? From the tip of the rodeo queen's tiara, to "agricultural byproducts" ground into the arena dust, TV reporter Elizabeth "E.M." Danniher receives a murderous introduction to the world of rodeo. Elizabeth, until recently a top-flight national TV journalist, is regaining her footing after a dizzying demotion to tiny —and entirely foreign to her — Sherman, Wyoming. She’s having enough trouble trying to win over the wary stray dog she’s dubbed Shadow. Now, her equilibrium faces a major challenge. The apparently accidental death — under the hooves of bucking bulls — of a rodeo producer preparing for Sherman's annual Fourth of July Rodeo catches the attention of Elizabeth and her KWMT-TV colleague Michael Paycik. Not only is it a major story about the region's biggest event, but it's being outrageously mishandled by the station's egocentric anchor. As Elizabeth and Mike dig – despite a somewhat rocky partnership to fight crime — area rancher Tom Burrell joins the investigation, providing background on suspects. And there are plenty of suspects because researching the victim’s history unearths surprising enemies. But Tom has divided loyalties, so Elizabeth doubts his commitment to finding the truth. Not to mention that both Mike and Tom show an interest in her ... and the points of this peculiar triangle are starting to get under her skin. Left Hanging is the second book of the much-loved Caught Dead in Wyoming mystery series of twisty whodunnits with humor, a female sleuth to root for, and supporting cast of people you'd love to know. For readers of Jerusha Jones, LT Ryan, AJ Rivers, L.A. Dobbs, D.D. Black, Alex Sigmore, Lyndee Walker, David J. Gatward, Lynda McDaniel, and David Rosenfelt. What readers are saying about LEFT HANGING "I started laughing on the first page and continued laughing until the end." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Compelling, snarky murder mystery . . . a must read, must buy author.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I seldom give five star ratings, but this series is an example of what it takes to earn one. A great mystery with well drawn characters who walk off the page into your mind and heart, and set in a masterly evoked small town news operation. And then there is the setting in an obviously well loved Wyoming that is not only a landscape, but a culture.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Loving the world of Cottonwood County, Wyoming!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Even if you are not from the West, a rodeo fan, or care about either, you must read this series!! . . . This is such a gripping, informative, and, at times, laugh-out-loud clever series, just read it!!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Giddyup cowboys......this book wins the gold belt buckle." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The dialogue was so well written that I could easily imagine the innuendo, tone of voice and facial expression of each character." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Caught and hooked. I am now completely hooked on Patricia McLinn's "Caught Dead In Wyoming" series. . . . Good mysteries that keep you guessing but let you follow the main character's puzzling out the solution. I think Ms. McLinn's books belong on the mainstream bestseller lists on a par with Elizabeth George and P.D. James but more accessible. Now if you'll excuse me I have to get the third in the series and gobble that one up!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Don’t miss any of the Caught Dead in Wyoming adventures: Sign Off Left Hanging Shoot First Last Ditch Look Live Back Story Cold Open Hot Roll Reaction Shot Body Brace Cross Talk Air Ready Holiday Bullets Cue Up What readers are saying about the CAUGHT DEAD IN WYOMING series "McLinn's mysteries set in Wyoming are addictive. The writing is excellent, the twists and turns keep the brain engaged, and Elizabeth's wry commentary keeps a smile on my face." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "E.M.'s internal monologues are sharp, snappy and often hilarious." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I am so glad to have found a mystery series that holds my interest with characters that have real life quirks and flaws. . . . If you like a fun, fast moving mystery with a lot of behind the scenes journalism woven with a little romance, give this series a try.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Hoping this series lasts forever!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "McLinn has created in E.M. a female protagonist who is flawed but likable, never silly or cartoonish, and definitely not made of cardboard." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "While the mystery itself is twisty-turny and thoroughly engaging, it's the smart and witty writing that I loved the best." – Diane Chamberlain, bestselling author Search Terms associated with this series: female sleuth, amateur detective, amateur sleuth, women detectives, traditional mystery, mystery with humor, mysteries with humor, mainstream mystery, western mysteries, humorous mysteries, mystery with dog, mysteries with rescue dog, American crime murder, traditional mysteries, krimis, kriminalromane, journalist sleuth, TV reporter sleuth, mysteries, murder mystery, whodunit, romantic suspense, romantic mystery, cozy mysteries, cozy mystery books, cozy murder mysteries, cozies, Women sleuths, revenge, bookshots, cozy mystery, strong female leads, mystery thriller, mystery series, smart mysteries, booktok, murder mysteries, crime fiction, krimi, bestselling mystery books, whodunit, bestselling mysteries, Wyoming mysteries, cosy, cosies, best sellers, detective stories, mystery stories to keep you up all night, can't stop reading, page-turner, audiobook mysteries, mysterious novels, murder mystery writers, mystery fiction stories, crime authors, romantic suspense series, romantic mystery series,

In 16 days of the Winter Olympics, careers can be made, medals can be won and hearts can be saved . . . Tessa Rutledge, once an Olympic champion figure skater, returns to the Games as a coach, encountering her first love and only heartbreak and testing her ability to forgive. Alpine skier Kyle Armstrong has made a terrible mistake that could cost her a shot at Olympic gold as well as any hope of reconciling with the man she loves. Biathlete Rikki Lodge thinks she's just happy to be at the Games, until she meets a hockey player who demands that she do what she's never done before: put it all on the line. Let The Games begin! In this heart-stirring standalone, longtime sports journalist and best-selling novelist Patricia McLinn takes you inside the Winter Olympics. Patricia’s award-winning books have gained fans around the world. Of her releases, Booklist said: “beautifully written, richly emotional love stories that are a joy to read.” The Games will appeal to readers of Stephanie Archer, H. Hunting, Samantha Christy, Susan Renee, Melanie Jacobson, and Nikki Hall. Reviews "A gold-medal winner … fast-paced, vivid and true-to-life." -- Christine Brennan, USA Today sports columnist and TV analyst "McLinn wins gold with this sparkling romance! The Games is your ticket behind the cameras and inside the hearts of the Winter Olympics." -- Carla Neggers, New York Times bestselling author "The Games accurately portrays the emotional roller coaster an athlete rides in pursuit of Olympic glory." -- Michael Weiss, U.S. Olympic figure skater and three-time U.S. Men's Champion More sports romance from Patricia McLinn From The Wedding Series: Hoops and The Surprise Princess From Wyoming Wildflowers: Rodeo Nights and Where Love Lives Also by Patricia McLinn Marry Me series Wedding of the Century The Unexpected Wedding Guest A Most Unlikely Wedding Baby Blues and Wedding Bells Seasons in a Small Town series What Are Friends For? (Spring) The Right Brother (Summer) Falling for Her (Autumn) Warm Front (Winter) The Wedding Series Prelude to a Wedding Wedding Party Grady’s Wedding The Runaway Bride The Christmas Princess Hoops The Surprise Princess Not a Family Man The Forgotten Prince Wyoming Wildflowers series Wyoming Wildflowers: The Beginning Almost a Bride Match Made in Wyoming My Heart Remembers A New World Jack’s Heart Rodeo Nights Where Love Lives A Cowboy Wedding Making Christmas

A spooky legend twists grave matters. Sheila Mackey’s dislike for cemeteries can’t fend off her friend Clara’s determination. Amid eerie legends, including a tailgating hearse, the accidental investigator is lured into sorting through deadly questions a century old, revolving around an unidentified victim known as ZigZag Jane. Who was she? How did she come to be found murdered in the cemetery more than a hundred years ago? Why is the third generation of one family devoting himself to finding the answer? Nothing follows a straight line in this historic inquiry, including conflict over their sleuthing with Teague O’Donnell, newly hired as a part-time detective in North Bend County, Kentucky. Especially when the past doesn’t stay in the past and the victims multiply. From the dog park with Sheila’s Gracie and Clara’s Lulu, to the small town post office, to yoga class, to the historical society, and always back to ZigZag Cemetery (to Sheila’s chagrin), she and Clara negotiate the zigs and zags of this seventh book in USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn’s cozy mystery series, Secret Sleuth. The series begins with a murder on a transatlantic cruise in Death on the Diversion. In Death on Torrid Avenue and later books, accidental investigator Sheila returns to dry land in the Midwest, where mysteries abound in her new Kentucky home. Secret Sleuth series Death on the Diversion Death on Torrid Avenue Death on Beguiling Way Death on Covert Circle Death on Shady Bridge Death on Carrion Lane Death on ZigZag Trail Death on Puzzle Place Death on the Diversion ”is such an enjoyable story, reminiscent of Agatha Christie's style, with a good study of human nature and plenty of humor. Great start to a new series!” – 5-star review Death on Torrid Avenue “is told with a lot of humor and the characters are good company. I thoroughly enjoyed myself and am looking forward to the next story.” – 5-star review More mystery from Patricia McLinn Caught Dead in Wyoming series Sign Off Left Hanging Shoot First Last Ditch Look Live Back Story Cold Open Hot Roll Reaction Shot Body Brace Cross Talk Air Ready Cue Up "While the mystery itself is twisty-turny and thoroughly engaging, it's the smart and witty writing that I loved the best." -- Diane Chamberlain, New York Times bestselling author "Colorful characters, intriguing, intelligent mystery, plus the state of Wyoming leaping off every page." -- Emilie Richards, USA Today bestselling author The Innocence Trilogy Proof of Innocence Price of Innocence Premise of Innocence Ride the River: Rodeo Knights (romantic suspense) Bardville, Wyoming series (romance with a little mystery) A Stranger in the Family A Stranger to Love The Rancher Meets His Match Secret Sleuth: Romantic mystery with humor series, small-town, murder crime fiction, amateur, woman women, detective, police, ex-cop, dog, bookseller, novelist, hidden identity, krimis, kriminalromane