Stoneybrook Mystery

Even close-knit towns have secrets … Hadley James is finally living the life she's always wanted: making jam and selling it at the local farmers market. When the local knitting store owner asks her to cat-sit, Hadley doesn't give it a second thought. What could go wrong? A lot, apparently. Suddenly, her simple cat-sitting job has turned into a murder investigation and life no longer seems so perfect. Her twin brother, a deputy sheriff, is on the case but they've always done everything together and she can't help but get involved. Plus, it's much easier for Hadley to infiltrate the local knitting club than it is for her brother. Following a trail of crafty clues, the James twins learn that their sleepy town might be harboring more darkness than they could've imagined. Recipes from Marisa McClellan, creator of Food in Jars, included: strawberry rhubarb jam and pickled asparagus!

Competition stings ... There's nothing like the Stoneybrook farmers market in summer. Fresh flowers, organic veggies, delicious jams ... and a dead body. When an outsider turns up murdered, all of the evidence points to his rival, Stoneybrook's beloved florist. Unable to believe a pillar of their community could be guilty of such a heinous crime, Hadley dives head-first into the investigation. Sure, she's busy looking for a new house, running her business, and dealing with her ex--who's back in town--but Hadley is determined to find the truth before the wrong man goes to jail. Recipes from Food in Jars creator, Marisa McClellan, included: peach lavender jam and honey-sweetened peach chutney!

Murder can't be sugar-coated … When a local teen goes missing, the town of Stoneybrook fears the worst. Hadley is sure Miranda's disappearance has nothing to do with the drug dealer who was found dead in Cascade Ridge. The charming, candy-shop cashier is entirely too sweet to get involved in any of that. But when the clues pile up, Hadley can't help but draw parallels. Suddenly autumn isn't feeling like the cozy season Hadley loves, and the clock is ticking faster than the leaves are falling. Every moment counts in a missing persons case, but whom do you suspect when the victim is beloved by all? Or is she? Recipes from Food in Jars creator, Marisa McClellan, included: apple rosemary jam and spiced pear chutney!

Eryn Scott is the author of heartwarming cozy mysteries. Her novels feature close friendships and strong families because those are the most important things in her life -- a little humor doesn't hurt either. She calls the Pacific Northwest home and doesn't plan on changing that anytime soon. Eryn loves to hike, horseback ride, knit, ski, and read. She believes musicals are the greatest thing since lattes, even though she's not particularly good at singing or dancing -- hey, a girl can dream, right? She has two completed cozy mystery series. Pepper Brooks, a six book set, is based on some of the greats in classic literature. Each book features a different author from Shakespeare to Austen. The Pebble Cove Teahouse Mysteries are perfect for readers who like a pinch of paranormal in their mysteries. There are eight books in that completed series. Eryn's also has a few ongoing series. One is set in a little town called Stoneybrook. The Stoneybrook Mysteries follow local jam-maker Hadley James as she solves mysteries in her town's year-round farmers market. From deceased knitters to sabotaged florists, these crafty citizens keep Hadley and her twin brother, a deputy sheriff, on their toes. Her ongoing series, Whiskers and Words Mysteries, is all about a woman who runs a bookshop that doubles as a rescue cat sanctuary. Her newest series, A Murder at the Morrisey, is perfect for fans of Only Murders in the Building. It follows Meg and a cast of living and ghostly residents as they solve mysteries in their downtown Seattle apartment building. You can visit her website or press the "Follow" button above to learn about her new releases.

They'll squeeze out every last clue… A new juice bar in Stoneybrook has the town on a delicious health kick. When a woman is found strangled outside the shop, the townspeople swear they've never seen her before. But someone among the locals is lying. They not only recognize the woman but had motive to silence her. Hadley and her twin have three mysteries to solve. Who is the mysterious woman? Why did someone want her dead? And will finding these answers put their lives at risk too? Recipes from Food in Jars creator, Marisa McClellan, included: gingery rhubarb jam and quick pickled snap peas!

This type of mugging can be deadly … The annual River Run is a fall favorite in Stoneybrook. Participants end the race with a commemorative mug from local potter, Josie Cobb. But when one of the mugs is shattered over Josie's ex-husband's head and he's found dead along the riverside trail, the sheriff is sure the potter finally snapped. To make things worse, the dead man had flowers and an engagement ring with him, only months after the ink dried on his divorce to Josie. Hadley cannot believe the generous local artist would do such a thing. Before the authorities make a huge mistake, Hadley has to prove Josie's innocence. This trail of clues is about to lead Hadley to uncover a big secret in her small town. Recipes from Food in Jars creator, Marisa McClellan, included: maple bourbon apple butter and pumpkin butter!

Bad muse travels fast … The people of Stoneybrook are worried when billionaire Victoria VanFranken moves to town. They know that much money usually brings trouble. And they aren't wrong. After less than a month in the valley, Victoria is found murdered in her mansion. The most surprising part is that the main suspect is one of their own: Suzanne, a local artist and Hadley's best friend, was the last person to see Victoria alive. The evidence overwhelmingly points to Suze, who was hired to paint a portrait of the billionaire and argued with Victoria hours before her death. Hadley's sure the pieces of art in Suze's gallery aren't the only things being framed, but can she prove it before Suze is out of options? Recipes included: thumbprint cookies and honey-sweetened grapefruit jam

No roast for the wicked … Everyone in Stoneybrook is on edge as a high-profile trial takes place up north in the city of Cascade Ridge. They're excited for justice to be served, and the boost in business as onlookers flock to the Cascade Valley doesn't hurt either. But when the remains of the main suspect in the case show up just outside of Stoneybrook in a burnt vehicle, they realize something sinister is at play. Was it a freak accident? Or did one of the victims take revenge, just in case the jury wouldn't convict? With Paul tied up in the case, it's up to Hadley to help Suze with wedding planning. But when the investigation points to a local couple, it's up to Hadley and the gang to hold the real killer's feet to the fire. Recipes included: rosemary chicken and smashed potatoes

This case has Stoneybrook on pins and needles … The pink-and-white awning of Stoneybrook's newest shop, Patchwork Quilts, has locals seeing red. Regardless of the warm welcome the town gave her, Mabel Bailey seems bent on sewing the seeds of competition with Frannie's Quilt Stop. Slashing prices is one thing, but stealing quilt designs is a crafting faux pas. When Hadley finds Mabel dead in her quilt shop, the townspeople have to face the terrible truth that one of their own might have taken her out. Or was she running from someone in her past? Honestly, the Stoneybrook rumor mill is out of control, and Hadley's having a hard time figuring out the truth. With Paul out of town and Kevin preoccupied with his campaign for sheriff, Hadley might be the only one who can solve this case. But is even Hadley unprepared for the dark reasoning behind Mabel's death? Because it's about to get even worse than it seams. Recipes included: Meyer lemon marmalade and bergamot-honey syrup.

Paper, plastic, or murder? Hadley James is finally in the kind of relationship she's always wanted, with the guy who has always been there for her. So she couldn't care less when her ex-husband, Tyler, comes to town, flaunting his swimsuit model girlfriend around Stoneybrook. When that same girlfriend is found dead in a dumpster behind Tyler's family's grocery store, Hadley wishes she'd paid a little more attention to the woman. Tyler, the obvious main suspect, comes clean, admitting that he and the woman weren't actually dating. He'd hired her to play his girlfriend for the week. What Tyler didn't realize is how deeply in trouble she was or how easily he could be framed for her murder. When the case takes a turn and clues start pointing in Hadley's direction, she and her Stoneybrook friends have to get involved to clear her name. As they dig into Tyler's arrangement with the deceased woman, they realize Henley Grocery might not just be the site of the murder. The local grocery store shelves are stocked with secrets. Recipes included: champagne fig jam with candied ginger and apple Earl Grey almond jelly

A body is never good for a room's feng shui … The McKays' divorce played out in the unforgiving public eye, mirroring Sheriff Mark McKay's humiliating defeat in the recent election. Just as it seems everyone is ready to move on, Mark is discovered lifeless, right in the middle of one of his ex-wife Courtney's staged houses. The talented interior decorator finds herself at the epicenter of the accusations. Despite the town's speculative murmurs, Hadley and her friends are unwavering in their belief of her innocence. In a case where appearances can be deceiving, it will require a discerning eye and unwavering determination to unearth the truth. The puzzle surrounding Mark's demise becomes a complex tapestry of secrets. Hadley and the gang are determined to see justice prevail, confident that the interior decorator they've embraced as a member of their community is far from a killer. Recipes included: Blackberry plum jam and cranberry butter

No farm, no foul … Hadley and Luke's post-honeymoon bliss takes an unexpected detour as they return to Stoneybrook. The serenity of Fenton Farms has been shattered in their absence. The days of the Fentons owning the only produce stand at the Saturday market have come to an end. Even worse? The new seller seems determined to play dirty, spreading rumors and even stooping to sabotage. A competitor at the market is bad enough, but when the woman behind the new farm stand shows up dead in one of the fields, Luke's family is at the top of the suspect list. Hadley and Luke must work together to find the truth behind the woman's death and put the conspiracies out to pasture for good. But will Hadley be able to bale out her new family in time? Recipes included: Peach jam with pineapple sage and bread and butter pickles

There's something fishy about this food truck… Stoneybrook's popular food truck lot has a new addition, and it's serving up trouble. Beckett, the owner of Salty's fish and chips, may fry a mean fish, but he's been just plain mean to locals. His toxicity reaches a new level when he finds money missing from his truck and accuses a thief, caught robbing people on the river path, of that crime as well. Without evidence that the money the thief was carrying is Beckett's, the young man is let go with a warning. Beckett is furious, and he publicly vows to take matters into his own hands. When the thief shows up dead next to Sammie's hot-sandwich truck, Beckett is the obvious suspect. But when Hadley's shop is broken into, and Kitty goes missing, Hadley and the gang realize these break-ins go deeper than they could've imagined. Will they be able to save Kitty before it's too late? Recipes included: citrus smash jam and plum strawberry jam

This time, Hadley's the one in a jam… Hadley Fenton is on cloud nine. Her very own Pretty Jam Good cookbook is being published! When her publisher sends a marketing executive to Stoneybrook to help her prepare for the launch, Hadley feels like she needs to pinch herself to make sure she's not dreaming. But Jess Stokes is more like a nightmare. The marketing director seems to hate Hadley, Stoneybrook, and the cookbook she's supposed to help launch. Hadley even catches her trying to convince her boss to prematurely cancel Hadley's second-print run, stating that the book is "going to flop." So, when Jess turns up dead, hit on the head with one of Pretty Jam Good's copper pots, all eyes are on Hadley. The truth, however, is more complex than any of them could've imagined, and Hadley must follow the clues to clear her name or having her cookbook canceled will be the least of her worries. Recipes included: Holiday Plum Butter Sweetened with Honey and Cherry Rhubarb Jam with Ginger and Honey.