Sandie James

★★★★★ "Tessa Kelly has me hooked! The depth of her characters is amazing and the story is so interesting. I was surprised at the outcome." - Vicki W Something borrowed. Something blue. Someone's dead. Sandie James only planned to help out at her sister's cozy bakery for a few weeks. But when a wedding guest turns up dead-and her father is found at the scene-her quiet detour becomes a full-blown murder investigation through the brownstone-lined streets of Carroll Gardens. Between nosy neighbors, buried secrets, and a killer with a head start, Sandie will need every ounce of courage-and help from her loyal springer spaniel, Marlowe-to catch the culprit. This award-winning cozy mystery is packed with Brooklyn-style small-town gossip, lovable characters, and a twist you won't see coming. Clean read: no graphic violence, sex, or foul language. Perfect for fans of dog-loving sleuths, community charm, and whodunits served with coffee and cheesecake brownies. Start the award-winning Sandie James Mystery Series today!

From the award-winning author of First Edition Murder comes a captivating cozy mystery full of wit, heart, and artistic intrigue. A renowned art curator is found dead at a Brooklyn gallery opening. The prime suspect? A man Sandie James is just beginning to trust. Her brother-the lead detective on the case-warns her to stay out of it. But Sandie's not one to back down when someone she cares about is in trouble. As she digs into the victim's tangled past, Sandie uncovers a world of gallery rivalries, hidden relationships, and egos sharp enough to kill. With Marlowe the spaniel by her side and a box of macarons (or two) in hand, she's determined to get to the truth-even if it means questioning everything she thought she knew about the man she's trying to protect. Was this a carefully staged murder… or a crime of passion gone wrong? And can Sandie solve the case before her own heart ends up shattered? A clean-read cozy mystery-no graphic violence, sex, or foul language. Perfect for readers who enjoy smart female sleuths, slow-burn romance, and twisty mysteries set in a vibrant Brooklyn neighborhood. Join Sandie and Marlowe on their most puzzling case yet-macarons optional, curiosity required!

From the award-winning author of First Edition Murder A missing sailboat. A dream wedding. A body no one expected. Sandie James is thrilled to attend the island wedding of her dear friends Henry and Geraldine-especially since she had a hand in bringing them together. The seaside Sand Reed Hotel is the perfect setting for a romantic weekend... except she's stuck bringing Marlowe, her nosy springer spaniel, as her plus-one. Still, Sandie's determined to enjoy the celebration. But beneath the picture-perfect surface, something feels off. Whispers. Glances. Tensions simmering beneath the celebration. And when a guest turns up dead, the local sheriff is quick to brush it off as an accident. Sandie-and Marlowe-aren't convinced. With Marlowe by her side-and a slice of carrot cake never far-Sandie starts asking the wrong questions and poking into the right secrets. But someone is desperate to keep the truth buried-and if she gets too close, the next body might be hers. A twisty, clean mystery with heart, humor, and a touch of slow-burn romance.

From the Award-Winning Author of FIRST EDITION MURDER: "First page and I was already fully immersed in the story. Great style, great wording, great mystery. I thought it was very clever and I love that! Another winner by Ms. Kelly!" ~ Nadine Vrijhof A pending divorce. A struggling bakery. A winning plan. Two dead bodies? Sandie's sister needs help. If she can't come up with a hefty chunk of change to save her struggling bakery, her wish for a fair settlement with her soon-to-be ex-husband will be dashed. When Sandie devises the perfect plan-a competition to save the bakery, all the pieces come together fairly quickly. Sandie believes she's done something that can help Kathy keep her business and finalize her divorce relatively unscathed. But her plan goes awry when not one but two bodies are discovered. Now Sandie has a real mess on her hands and little time to solve this baffling case, as well as find her suddenly MIA father, deal with the irate cat lady who's taken up residence in his house, and somehow pull off a successful competition. Can she do it or is her grand plan dead on arrival?

From the Award-Winning Author of FIRST EDITION MURDER: "What a mystery! I had the most fun reading this book. It's the first one I've read by Ms. Kelly but it definitely will not be the last." ~ Jobear "Super story! Tessa Kelly has written some intriguing murder mysteries and this latest one is really great!" ~ Margie Hager Three female victims. One alarming similarity. Zero time to waste. Sandie will do anything for her brother. When he is suspected of murdering not one but three young women, she is forced to show just how far she'll go to prove his innocence. As Sandie uncovers the clues, she discovers the investigating detective may have an ulterior motive for placing the blame on Will. Desperate to find the actual killer, Sandie enlists the help of her trusty dog Marlowe and her boyfriend. Unfortunately, time isn't on their side. Can they root out the murderer and clear Will's name before it's too late?

From the Award-Winning Author of FIRST EDITION MURDER: "Great murder mystery with action, twists and turns on who the guilty party is. Lots of thrills and scares as well as some romance to keep you wondering. There's fun and laughs, along with an unexpected ending!" ~ Shelly Pagkalinawan Sandy James proves yet again she's a magnet for trouble when disaster follows her to a resort in Mexico. When asked to be the keynote speaker at a writer's conference, Sandie is both delighted and terrified. Public speaking just isn't her forte. But a few days at a swanky resort in Playa del Carmen, with her fiancé by her side? Sounds too good to pass up. Until Sandie's good friend and conference organizer is found dead. As the local police, resort staff, and dozens of guests try to wrap their minds around this tragic event, a likely suspect emerges, but pinning him down as the murderer won't be easy. Hoping to find proof, Sandie and the conference attendees become embroiled in a real-life reenactment of a Hitchcockian mystery, wondering if what they uncover is all a ruse designed to trick them. Will Sandie untangle this web of clues and expose the murderer, or has he set a deadly trap she can't escape? Join Sandie James on her latest thrilling adventure in Murder on the Playa. With an irresistible combination of mystery, romance, and exotic locale, this cozy mystery is not to be missed. Pre-order your copy today and get ready for a page-turning ride full of suspense and surprises.

From the Award-Winning Author of First Edition Murder: When murder disrupts Sandie and Liam's luxury honeymoon cruise to South America, their love story veers into treacherous waters. With a simple comment about the waiter's attire, the newlyweds find themselves caught in a web of secrets. The waiter, driven by dreams of a better life for his family, becomes the prime suspect in a shocking murder that shakes the foundations of their idyllic honeymoon. As Sandie and her new husband navigate the treacherous currents of romance, jealousy and deceit, they are determined to uncover the truth behind the tragic death of the handsome restaurant manager. With the waiter's fingerprints on the murder weapon, the odds are stacked against him, and time is running out. As Sandie and Liam dance under the stars and delve into the intricacies of cruise ship life, they must untangle a web of secrets to unveil the real killer before it's too late. Join Sandie and Liam in this heart-pounding cruise ship mystery that will keep you on the edge of your deck chair!