Death on Carrion Lane (Secret Sleuth cozy mystery series, Book 6)

Reunion for murder in Haines Tavern Sheila agrees to soothe Clara's nervousness by accompanying her friend to the 20-year class reunion for North Bend County High. Nostalgia, good memories, old friendships – this should be fun, right? Ah, but grudges, old rivalries, and long-buried secrets also show up. And before the festivities wrap up, there's one old classmate dead, another being questioned, and enough suspicion to cover several more. Sheila and Clara have their hands full making sure the wrong person isn't accused and the right one doesn't get away. Especially with Sheila also wondering about her relationship with ex-policeman Teague O'Donnell, her fledgling attempts to write fiction, and – of course – the well-being of the canine crew of Gracie, LuLu, and Murphy. This whodunit with humor is the sixth book in USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn's cozy mystery series, Secret Sleuth, which begins with a murder on a transatlantic cruise in Death on the Diversion. In Death on Torrid Avenue and later books, accidental investigator Sheila Mackey 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 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 cozy 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 "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 If you like mystery with romance and a bit of humor, try also: 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 About the Author Patricia McLinn is the USA Today bestselling author of nearly 60 published novels cited by readers and reviewers for wit and vivid characterization. Her books include mysteries, romantic suspense, contemporary romance, historical romance and women's fiction. They have topped bestseller lists and won numerous awards. Reunion for murder in Haines Tavern Sheila agrees to soothe Clara's nervousness by accompanying her friend to the 20-year class reunion for North Bend County High. Nostalgia, good memories, old friendships — this should be fun, right? Ah, but grudges, old rivalries, and long-buried secrets also arise. And before the festivities wrap up, there's one old classmate dead, another being questioned, and enough suspicion to cover several more. While the sheriff's department looked at them askance for being on the scene — again — Sheila and Clara have their hands full making sure the wrong person isn't accused and the right one doesn't get away. Especially with Sheila also wondering about her relationship with ex-policeman Teague O'Donnell, her fledgling attempts to write fiction, and — of course — the well-being of the canine crew of Gracie, LuLu, and Murphy. What readers say about Death on Carrion Lane "Sheila is Clara's reluctant date to a high school reunion and, as Teague would say, of course a dead body turns up! The mystery is cleverly written and the characters will make you remember your high school days. McLinn's books are . . . written with a great deal of intelligence and wit. Can't wait for the next one!" — 5* "Sheila attends as Clara's guest and I very much enjoyed reading about her comments on the party goers as well as the snippets of conversation she overheard. We know that along the way these observations will be vital to solving the mystery." — 5* "Patricia McLinn is definitely one of my favorite authors and reading a new book of hers is always a treat. This latest Secret Sleuth adventure in no exception. As usual, her writing is engaging and filled with humor. The mystery and the characters' interactions are captivating. Can hardly wait for the next one!"—5* "Top shelf reading! . . . Definitely one of my favorite authors and reading a new book of hers is always a treat . . . As usual, her writing is engaging and filled with humor. The mystery and the characters' interactions are captivating. Can hardly wait for the next one!" — 5* Get all of the 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 What readers say about Secret Sleuth series "Oh so enjoyable. Patricia McLinn's writing grown up entertainment full of wit and charm that should satisfy the most discerning readers."—5* "Sassy Sheila fill(s) us with many fun moments . . . (Aunt Kit) adds the right balance . . . A force to be reckoned with. She helped make Sheila the interesting character we want more of."—5* "If you like a clever mystery, with lots of insider dog humor don't miss this series. English lit lovers will find loads of one-liners just for them as well." — 5* "These books are terrific! And, having a collie myself, I have to tell you, the description of the collie alarm system is spot on!" — 5* "I so thoroughly enjoy this series and author that when a new book arrives, I drop everything to start reading." — 5* A reunion for murder in Haines Tavern Sheila agrees to soothe Claras nervousness by accompanying her friend to the 20-year class reunion for North Bend County High. Nostalgia, good memories, old friendships this should be fun, right? Ah, but grudges, old rivalries, and long-buried secrets also arise. And before the festivities wrap up, theres one old classmate dead, another being questioned, and enough suspicion to cover several more. Sheila and Clara have their hands full making sure the wrong person isnt accused and the right one doesnt get away. Especially with Sheila also wondering about her relationship with ex-policeman Teague O'Donnell, her fledgling attempts to write fiction, and of course the well-being of the canine crew of Gracie, LuLu, and Murphy. This whodunit with humor is the sixth book in USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinns cozy mystery series, Secret Sleuth, which begins with a murder on a transatlantic cruise in Death on the Diversion . In Death on Torrid Avenue and later books, accidental investigator Sheila Mackey returns to dry land in the Midwest, where mysteries abound in her new Kentucky home.