Gathered in one volume for the very first time, here are three yuletide tales of mystery, murder, and romance, featuring your favorite sleuths . . . THE TWELVE DESSERTS OF CHRISTMAS by JOANNE FLUKE It's the perfect mix of naughty and nice when two lovestruck boarding school teachers watch six kids over Christmas break. But when someone wants the cozy couple's romance to burn out faster than a scorched fruitcake, it's Hannah Swensen to the rescue, armed with her sleuthing skills--and twelve deliciously festive recipes . . .NIGHTMARE ON ELF STREET by LAURA LEVINE Aside from the mortifying costume, how bad can a gig as a mall Santa's elf be? Jaine Austen finds out when she's teamed up with the Santa from Hell. But things go from bad to worse when he's found murdered on the job--and Jaine is a suspect. Now all she wants for Christmas is to find the real killer . . .THE CHRISTMAS THIEF by LESLIE MEIER Elizabeth Stone is ready for a white Christmas in Tinker's Cove, Maine--until a fancy Yule ball at the Florida hotel where she works dumps snow on her plans. The sponsor's jewels have gone missing and the police are asking about her ties to a cute mystery guest. Good thing Elizabeth's mother, Lucy Stone, flew down to surprise her. ʼTis the season for a little investigating . . .Includes Luscious Holiday Recipes!
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This author delves into the realms of mystery and humor, crafting narratives that are both thrilling and witty. Her style is marked by keen observation and a playful command of language, bringing characters and plots vividly to life. Rooted in the tradition of detective fiction but infused with a contemporary comedic sensibility, she offers a unique reading experience. Her works celebrate ingenuity, masterfully weaving intricate puzzles with an undeniable charm.





- 2019
- 2014
Shoes to Die for
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
Jaine Austen's fashion choices, including elastic-waist trousers and T-shirts, are criticized by her neighbor Lance, who works in designer fashion. Despite her doubts about his taste, she finds herself visiting his favorite boutique, Passions.
- 2011
Pampered to Death
- 228 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Freelance writer Jaine Austen's luxurious spa getaway turns into a surprise fat farm, complete with strict diets and a B-list movie star who becomes a murder victim. As Jaine navigates a web of suspects while craving calories, she embarks on a quest for justice in this humorous mystery.
- 2008