Discover the Top 100 Audiobooks in Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

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Title: Witch Myth

Subtitle: A Yew Hollow Cozy Mystery

Author: Alexandria Clarke

Narrator: Jo Nelson

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 49 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-10-16

Publisher: DBS Publishing LLC

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 21 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

Morgan Summers hates talking to ghosts, but when the victim of a ghastly murder asks her for help from beyond the grave, Morgan can't say no. Soon, Morgan herself is blamed for the murder, and the town is out for blood. Can Morgan clear her name, discover the real killer, and help her new ghostly friend cross over to the next life?

Members Reviews:

It was too much too soon!

It has a good premise but there just was no time to take moving and meeting and getting to know or like anyone. Yes I like to have a good quick moving story. I also need to connect with someone.

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Title: Paper Doll

Subtitle: A Jana Lane Mystery, Book 1

Author: Joe Cosentino

Narrator: Charissa Clark Howe

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 25 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-07-16

Publisher: Joe Cosentino

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

Jana Lane was America's most famous child star until she was attacked on the studio lot at 18 years old. Now a 38-year-old beauty and mother of two living in a mansion in picturesque Hudson Valley, New York, Jana's flashbacks from her past turn into murder attempts in her present.

The local suspects include Jana's down-on-his-luck husband with a dislike for living off the fruits of his wife's young labor, Jana's sister and male friend (who both have eyes for Jana's husband), Jana's show business father, her deranged loyal fan, and Jana's young Guy Friday who covets her fame and shares an uncanny resemblance to Jana.

Forced to summon up the lost courage she had as a child, Jana visits the California movie studio she once called home. This sends her on a whirlwind of visits with former and current movie studio personnel. It also leads to a romance with the son of her old producer - Rocco Cavoto - the devilishly handsome filmmaker who is planning Jana's comeback both professionally and personally. With Rocco's help, Jana uncovers a web of secrets about everyone she loves, including the person who destroyed her past and threatens to snuff out her future.

Members Reviews:

Great psychological thriller

This is an interesting and entertaining audiobook filled with sad insights into the lives of child stars and the entertainment industry in Hollywood both past and present. It is a great psychological thriller that has mystery, intrigue, disturbing twists and some great surprises. The narration fit the book well and she did a good job of giving the characters individual voices. Overall this was a suspenseful, enjoyable book and I will look forward to more Jana Lane mysteries. I received this audiobook from the author in exchange for an honest review.

Intriguing Mystery

Jana Lane has been out of Hollywood for 20 years since a breakdown that left a hole in her memory. Now 20 years later she is having nightmares bringing up bits and pieces of her past.

There is a lot going on in this book. New characters are introduced constantly and you can't help but say ooh they are the killer each time. The action keeps building and the twists and turns at the end were astounding. I was in awe when who the attacker was and why was finally revealed.

Charissa Clark Howe did a fabulous job narrating this story. She brought Jana to life and really pulled me into the story.

If you like mystery, suspense, drama and psychological thrillers I think you will enjoy this book!

Interesting book kept me guessing

I really liked this book. It was interesting to get an inside look at a child star with an actor parent, considering a return to screen as an adult. I liked the characters and thought they were well-developed. Every time I thought I had a mystery solved, I was proven wrong, so it kept me guessing.

I listened to the Audible audio version of this book narrated by Charissa Clark Howe. I thought she did a good job connecting with the characters and the audience.

Overall, this was an entertaining book. I'm glad I had the chance to listen to it, and can't wait to see what happens in the next book.

4 stars

This is a good mystery with lots of twist and yurns and well developed characters. I thought the pacing was a bit slow and I skipped ahead. otherwise it would be 5 dtars.

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Title: Weighty Matters

Subtitle: Until the Fat Ladies Sing Mysteries, Book 6

Author: Linda P. Kozar

Narrator: Michelle Babb

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 15 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-06-16

Publisher: Linda Kozar

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 31 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

When a traveling circus comes to the town of Wachita, Texas bad things begin to happen under the Big Top. Super-sized sleuths, Sue Jan and Lovita take to the tents to track down a crazy clown killer, even though Lovita is fixing to give birth in just a few short weeks. And if that's not enough, a scary Sasquatch is sighted in the Wachita woods, attracting a TV news reporter, a Bigfoot investigative team and a reality show film crew. The townsfolk are shaking in their cowboy boots but Sue Jan and Lovita aren't clowning around.

Members Reviews:

Book 6

Any additional comments?

The girls are back We see a traveling circus with "Creepy Clowns" and a whole bunch of strange characters. We get lots of snarky remarks and I found myself laughing out loud. It gets funnier everytime. Kudos to the narrator. Great job !!!

I LOVE MY FAT LADIES!!!!!! I HOPE THERE IS MORE!!!

Would you listen to Weighty Matters again? Why?

I would...it was cute, funny, and super entertaining...Michelle really brings Loveta and Sue Jan to life!!!

Who was your favorite character and why?

Loveta and Sue Jan! They are the book!! You can not, NOT love them!

Which character as performed by Michelle Babb was your favorite?

Loveta and Sue Jan!! lol

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When Loveta has her baby girl finally...I really love Loveta...she is a good person!

Any additional comments?

** I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review **

Michelle is a great narrator and she knows how much I love this little series...she is always kind enough to offer me a copy to review...and I love the story every time! This one was super great...there is a circus in town, and mysterious murders are happening...and even some sasquatch sighting! LOL Of course our lovely fat ladies are ON IT! Both are pregnant, but that doesn't stop them...even though poor Lovita is about to pop any day now...they of course solve the mystery, and just in time for Lovita to have her beautiful baby girl!! LOVED IT!!

THIS WHOLE SERIES IS WELL WORTH YOUR TIME AND CREDITS...ESPECIALLY IF YOU ARE A COZY MYSTERY LOVER!!!

THANKS MICHELLE, GREAT JOB AS ALWAYS!!! <3

Crazy good!

Another fun mystery from the beauty salon in Texas. Each one is as funny as can be, and the investigation by two great friends is always enjoyable, never disappointing. See publisher's blurb for plot clues, no spoilers here. Just be prepared to be amazed by all the quirky developments!

Michelle Babb continues to give voice and interpret the personalities faithfully to the written, and add even more!

Last audiobook of the series for now

I received a copy of this book in audio format from the narrator in exchange for a honest review.

Weird things start happening again when a traveling circus comes to Wachita. Just at their arrival there is an attempt of murder one of the crew members. Sue Jan and Lovita will not be able to refrain themselves from investigating this new mystery, even though Lovita is almost at the end of her pregnancy. Things start to get even weirder when a bigfoot is spotted in the woods surrounding the town and people from the media arrive in order to document it.

I have listened to this book with a mix of joy and sadness.

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Title: Deadly Business

Subtitle: Maid for Murder, Book 1

Author: Susette Williams

Narrator: Allyson Voller

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 41 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-03-16

Publisher: Susette Williams LLC

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 23 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

Bailey inherits her grandfather's business, Maid For You, but cleaning up dead body parts wasn't part of the job description. Bailey hopes to wipe out crime with the help of Nate, her computer hacker assistant, despite protests of their involvement in the case from Detective Max Wellington.

As the threads of deceit unravel, the murders begin to break out like a case of Bubonic Plague. Bailey uncovers deception, corruption, and a few secrets that may forever change her life.

Bailey is a Christian, struggling to keep on the path she knows is right, fighting the temptation of the hunky Detective Max Wellington, who would like nothing more than to take her into protective custody, for more than just interfering in police business.

Members Reviews:

MAID FOR MURDER - CUTE!

I enjoyed this book very much. I found it cute and funny. I had fun listening to it and felt like I was on a scavenger hunt with Bailey trying to find the murderer. I will be listening to book 2 and recommend this book to anyone who loves a good who done it with humor.

"I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author, narrator, or publisher."

Great Book!

Any additional comments?

This is a great book; this is the first book in the Maid for Murder series written by Susette Williams and narrated by Allyson Voller. Bailey inherits her grandfather's business, Maid For You, but cleaning up dead body parts wasn't part of the job description. Bailey hopes to wipe out crime with the help of Nate, her computer hacker assistant, despite protests of their involvement in the case from Detective Max Wellington.

As the threads of deceit unravel, the murders begin to break out like a case of Bubonic Plague. Bailey uncovers deception, corruption, and a few secrets that may forever change her life.

The narrator Allyson Voller did a wonderful job with this book. She did a great job with the different voices of each character in this book. It was very easy to listen to and I didnt want to stop listening until the end.

If you are looking for a great book with well-developed characters then you need to listen to this book. I am looking forward to listening to the next book by this author and narrator.

This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of Audiobook Boom.

Great Listen!!

This book was a good fast paced thriller that kept you wanting more. I enjoyed each of the characters and found it to be worth listening to.

I received a free copy of this book and voluntarily decided to review."

Christian Evanovich Knock-off.

Any additional comments?

This is a fun, light, madcap story. Bailey is a zany main character who suffers from intrinsic curiosity that is constantly getting her into trouble. The plot is well-written with several twists and turns. The narrator gives a very good performance and really brings the characters to life.

The Christianity in the story is shallow and really more an add-on than an innate part of the story. The author apparently views Christianity as mostly going to church, and not smoking or gambling. It does not penetrate the character in any real way.

The author attempts to answer why Christians do not marry non-Christians, but because she does not seem to understand real love vs.

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Title: Admit to Mayhem

Subtitle: A Lillian Dove Mystery Series

Author: D. J. Adamson

Narrator: Jan Kennedy

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 44 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-26-16

Publisher: Horatio Press

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 7 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

What happens in Iowa doesn't necessary stay out of the news.

This Midwestern state is the setting for the Lillian Dove Mystery Series. My family roots have grown deep in Iowa since the 1860s. The protagonist of the series Lillian Dove is a recovering alcoholic, but her addition is not the major theme of the series. Lillian is attempting to learn what she and life may have looked like before her first drink:

"There is no graduation from alcoholism. Or life, for that matter. I am also addicted to Pepsi, chocolate, men, being afraid, being afraid of not being afraid, men - again - and my independence, co-dependence, and unsettling ability to fail no matter my attempt. There are other compulsions and bad habits, but I can't think of them right now. Memory loss, see? And I obsess on how much I forget if I remember. Giving up alcohol turned out to be easier than changing some of my other behaviors.

Especially my bad judgment when it comes to men. The type of man I'm most attracted to is like a tall, Tom Collins on a sweltering, summer day: gin, a little lemon - but not too sour - with sweet syrup and bubbly soda. It's hard to resist, even if I know it's not good for me.

I've pledged a Tom-Collins-abstinence."

While Admit to Mayhem has a sliver of romance, it is an amateur sleuth, woman protagonist, Midwest noir novel.

Members Reviews:

Good!

Enjoyable cozy mystery with great narration!

I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review. The fact that I was gifted this book had no influence over my opinion of it

Good Debut

I enjoyed listening to Admit To Mayhem. Lillian Dove is a well developed and realistic character. The story is includes a wide variety of characters that makes the story interesting and engaging. I would give it 5 stars but, Lillian spent so much doubting herself that it seemed as if she was gas lighting her self. I wanted to shake her and tell her. Other than that I enjoyed the book and will listen to the next book.

I received this book for free in exchange for an unbiased and honest review.

Kept Me Interested The Whole Time

Would you consider the audio edition of Admit to Mayhem to be better than the print version?

*I received this audiobook for free in exchange for an honest review*

Hmmm, that is a difficult question. I really liked the narrator, I feel that she brought the characters to life.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Lillian Dove of course! In spite of being a recovering alcoholic she lives her life day by day, doing her best to stick to her sobriety. She is a strong woman with a lot of backbone in spite of being essentially alone in the world.

She is like a dog with a bone as she connects all the dots and starts to work out who lit the fire.

Which character as performed by Jan Kennedy was your favorite?

My favourite character as performed by Jan Kennedy was Lillian. She really brought the character to life.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Not really. I liked getting a break in between a few chapters.

Who started the fire

This was a pretty good story. I enjoyed the the twist and turns in finding out done it. The narration was great. I look forward to more in in this series.

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Title: A Nose for Murder

Subtitle: A Riverside Lodge and Kennel Cozy Mystery, Book 1

Author: Libby Saywell

Narrator: Jessica Joens

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 49 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-26-16

Publisher: Anne Wolfinger & Associates, LLC

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

Daphne Coleman's life is not going at all as planned, and it just got worse. Here she is, back after college, working full time now at her old summer job as kennel manager at Riverside Lodge and Kennel. So much for her hard-earned degree in Greek and Roman mythology!

To make matters worse, the lodge is now owned by a former classmate and the homecoming queen, Cassandra Weatherstone, who's dating the love of Daphne's life while running the place into the ground with her outlandish ideas.

But that comes to a screeching halt when Daphne's Labrador Naiad sniffs out a dead body which turns out to be Cassandra, brutally stabbed.

Suddenly everyone is a suspect.

Daphne is certain that no one involved in the lodge or kennel is responsible, especially her much adored Jason Henning.

When the local police refuse to consider information she unearths, she realizes she just might have to solve the crime by herself.

Or rather, by herself and Naiad.

But with the summer tourist season approaching and a killer on the loose, could getting involved cost Daphne more than a job?

Members Reviews:

Teaser short story, bargain priced

Get what you pay for, too true! Just ok. I will probably listen to the next book before reaching a conclusion about the series, since I am in a cozy mystery exploration mood. Several characters without much time to establish them as interesting. I hope for more in a full length book.

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Title: Mango Muffin Murder

Subtitle: Jamaica Series, Book 1

Author: Emma Johns

Narrator: Joyce Zborower

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 56 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-23-16

Publisher: Joyce Zborower

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

Petrona McGibbon knew that completely uprooting her life and moving to the Caribbean island of Jamaica to open a bed and breakfast/bakery was going to be challenging. What she didn't expect was that her delectable creations would become the center of a murder investigation.

What should have been an open and shut case takes some unexpected twists. As a seasoned senior superintendent of police, Dean Anderson finds himself having to turn to the likes of Petrona's crazy cousin Maria, and her equally madcap friend Andrene for assistance. A mysterious break-in at the bakery heats up the investigation as the killer becomes even more daring in his bid to frame the bakery.

Will they be able to track down the real killer before the Sweet Tooth Fairy Bakery is forced to close down for good?

Members Reviews:

Great mystery set in beautiful Jamaica

Great mystery set in beautiful Jamaica. The main character is delightful and the supporting characters are interesting and believable. The mystery had men guessing until the end. Going to read the second one in the series now.

Five Stars

Enjoyed this very much

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Title: A Murder in Milburn Box Set, Books 1-3

Subtitle: A Culinary Cozy Mystery Box Set with Recipes

Author: Nancy McGovern

Narrator: Renee Brame

Format: Unabridged

Length: 13 hrs and 5 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-23-16

Publisher: McGovern Books

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 7 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

Nora Newberry has been working to make her dreams come true and finally, after 10 years, it's time! She's moved back to her hometown of Milburn, Wyoming, and, together with her lifelong best friend, Raquel Madden, is opening the diner they've been planning since high school. Life couldn't be better...and it's time to celebrate!

Sadly, the celebration doesn't last long. Just three days before the diner is set to open its doors, Raquel is found murdered. And with no clear motive and little cooperation from the townspeople, Nora is thrown into a murder investigation that just may cause her to lose her own life.

Members Reviews:

Plot is good but characters are weak

What disappointed you about A Murder in Milburn Box Set, Books 1-3?

The biggest issue is that in Book 1 and 2 the ending did not download. The ending was explained in the beginning of the books. This town is awful and I am still trying to decide if anyone is was the good guy. I could not decide who I liked. The author developed characters and then they became very different people.

part of book 2 is missing

in the middle of book 2 book 3 starts. you find out that murder was solved at the beginning of 3

Why return to this town?

I'm not sure why the heroine wanted to return to this town. No one is particularly likable. The underbelly is ugly and people aren't nice to her. She also did not bother to sue her uncles what they did to her. That just makes no sense to me. I also don't understand why her business partner, who was supposed to be so smart about business, did not have a will that left her money to the heroine instead of her horrible parents. That just seems like a cheap plot device to make things difficult for the heroin. The mysteries are just so-so and pretty unsatisfactory.

Shame about the missing chapters

I really enjoyed the stories but could not work out who was the murderer in Death of a Deputy until I went to the Kindle version and found chapters 26 - 30 were totally missing. It spoilt an otherwise very good box set.

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Title: Death in the Library

Subtitle: A Murder in Milburn Book 3

Author: Nancy McGovern

Narrator: Renee Brame

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 48 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-20-16

Publisher: McGovern Books

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

Nora Newberry is doing her best to move forward since her best friend, Raquel Madden, was murdered and their dream of opening a diner together was shattered. While things will never be the same, she knows Raquel would want her to be happy, and this helps guide her toward a future she wishes they could have shared. A future where The Madness Diner will be open for business and thriving! Until that happens, however, she has been keeping her culinary skills sharp by catering events around her hometown of Milburn, Wyoming. Events like the book signing at the library. The book signing that leaves a famous author dead and a long list of suspects with reasons for wanting her that way!

Members Reviews:

Lovely cozy murder mystery

This book was easy and comfortable to read, just what I needed after all the zombie books I have been reading lately. Lol! It never lost my interest as there were many suspects and several murders to solve.

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Title: Path to Nowhere

Subtitle: A Shady Acres Mystery, Book 2

Author: Cynthia Hickey

Narrator: Laurie Lane

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 15 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-20-16

Publisher: Winged Publications

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

Shelby Hart and her quirky family members and friends are at it again! This time, no one in Shady Acres is what he seems. The seamy side of the community is revealed when a seemingly good girl's dirty lifestyle is revealed and someone kills her for her secrets. Wanting justice for a woman no one deems worthy of spending too much time investigating her death, Shelby takes matters into her own hands. From a mystery maze to underground tunnels, Shelby and her family must catch a killer before they become the next victims.

Members Reviews:

All I want to do is dig in the dirt

When Shelby Jenkins was hired she was handed by Alice the Director of Shady Acres a âstackâ of information papers. Shelby has been so busy she never really finished reading the papers and many references are mentioned in the story, in a humorous way at the beginning of the story. Poor Shelby Jenkins all she wants to do is tend to her flowers and be the activities director at the Shady Acres retirement community. Why do dead bodies keep getting in the way?

So much to Shelbyâs surprise when following a path that she was not aware of is an overgrown maze. Not only does Shelby want to clean up the maze it gives her a wonderful idea for an activity. However the dead body of the receptionist Theresa is putting the hold on that activity. Shelby insists and tells everyone she will not be investigating Theresa death. However, no one will let her forget that she should do this.

Enter the next story line when Alice hired Lauren (Heathâs ex-girlfriend) to decorate all the cabins. The problem is Lauren cheated on Heath but now wants him back. While Shelby says she is not jealous, there are tell-tale signs that she is having difficulty with that.

Shelbyâs Mom decides to accept the vacant receptionist position, Grandma Ida is enjoying teasing her daughter and encouraging Shelby to pursue Heath and the mystery of Theresaâs death.

Shelby follows the path to nowhere, finding tunnels, and gazebo and boat house. Youâll love this series, Shelby is clumsy, funny, and comical and itâs just a great story line. Canât wait for book 3.

Fun, fast moving and clean.

Worth the $ and time. I loved book 1 but 2 was great! Grandma is somewhat annoying, but she grows on you.

Five Stars

Great book, clean and rated PG.

Gardener in trouble

Good story line. Holds your interest trying to decide "Who done it." The character of Lauren was a little hard to believe that she just went haywire. That point might have been explored a little more. All in all, though, it was a good read.

Five Stars

Clever and fun!!