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

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Title: A Croissant to Die For...

Subtitle: A Jenna Dubois Mystery

Author: Rachel White

Narrator: Nancy Bober

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 17 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-15-17

Publisher: Our Pack Press

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

Most who have sampled La Petite Brioche's flaky, aromatic croissants that melt in your mouth like buttery ice cream and - sorry, just let me wipe these crumbs from my - where was I? - right: anyone who has eaten at La Petite Brioche Patisserie and Café will tell you that their croissants are to die for; but when one young woman takes it quite literally, bakery owner Jenna Dubois must uncover who exactly has dared to commit crime by croissant, and save her bakery's reputation in the process.

Also includes a pastry glossary and a KILLER recipe!

Members Reviews:

Wonderful Narrator

It was a good story but the narration made it great. Hope to hear more from Nancy Bober.

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Title: Make the Ghost of It

Subtitle: Witch Woods Funeral Home, Book 3

Author: Morgana Best

Narrator: Tiffany Dougherty

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 3 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-13-17

Publisher: Morgana Best

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

A fun, humorous, cozy mystery - with ghosts!

Laurel Bay has discovered Basil's secret, but there are soon more important things on her mind. Lewis Lowes, an old friend of Basil's, is dying to go skydiving with him. Basil agrees, although he is up in the air about it. It soon turns out to be a grave mistake. When Lewis's parachutes don't open, he earns his place as the funeral home's next body.

The police suspect murder, and their main suspect is Basil. Laurel buries herself in sifting through the clues. Can she solve the crime before she becomes the next victim?

Members Reviews:

Always good.

I've been reading several of Morganna Best's books. This is the first one that I have tried in audible. I really enjoyed it. The narrator used different voices for different people. I got to where I could recognize them by the different voices, which I think is cool. I love this story. Needless to say there is a ghost! And someone who likes to drop down from a plane with a parachute. It just happens to be Laurel's boyfriend, and his best friend. And that's where the story starts.

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Title: Witches Among Us

Subtitle: Spookie Town Murder Mysteries, Book 4

Author: Kathryn Meyer Griffith

Narrator: Rebecca Burns

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 9 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-13-17

Publisher: Kathryn Meyer Griffith

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

Spookie is a quaint village often cloaked in fog and filled with mysteries. The usual eccentric characters are here for their fourth murder mystery and the case is one which really hits close to home this time for Myrtle, the town's Perry Como singing and wagon-pulling bag lady.

Her sister Evelyn, the local animal hoarder, is missing. Strange miniature figures fashioned of twigs are found hanging from one of Evelyn's trees as warnings. Because of them, Myrtle fears a coven of wanted-to-be witches she once knew, and escaped from, almost 60 year ago, could be behind the kidnapping because she stole their ancient black grimoire - and they want it back. But Myrtle doesn't want to let them have it because she believes the grimoire is dangerously real. The book mustn't fall into the wrong hands and the old coven's hands are covered in blood.

So Myrtle again seeks Frank and Abigail's help in getting her sister back, alive, and protecting the grimoire. What they don't know is a fourth addition to their team of sleuths, a mysterious psychic and new addition to the town, will emerge and join the battle...but whose side will she be on? Is she merely a psychic or is she something more? And will they get Evelyn back alive or will the old witches find and possess the grimoire first?

The fourth Spookie Town Murder Mystery. Sequel to Scraps of Paper, All Things Slip Away, and Ghosts Beneath Us.

Members Reviews:

Fourth One as Good as First Three!!!!

Revisit friends in Spooky and meet several new characters.

This one, however ends with still a bit of a mystery so I'm hopeful that a fifth one will be available soon. Please!?!?!

Although each book is certainly a standalone, I would encourage anyone to start at first and read in order.

The author gives just the right amount of background without rehashing too much of previous books, so that the reader knows what's going on with the other characters and previous installments; however it's much better to read as a progression to get the full impact of Spooky and it's inhabitants.

Delightful Read!

All of the books in the Spooky Town mystery series are wonderfully written and a lot of fun to read. I can't wait for the next one to come out! Cozy mysteries are my favorite read and this series is one of my favorites! If you like the Aunt Dimity series, you'll love these!!

Very good

I enjoyed this book very much,I've read all in this series,wish there was another one,hopefully she is working on another now.

Five Stars

I Really liked the Spookie Town Murder Mysteries all of them!!!

Four Stars

Poor grammar, story was good kept me interested.

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Title: Not Just an Echo

Subtitle: Piper Anderson Legacy Mystery, Volume 3

Author: Danielle Stewart

Narrator: Laura Jennings

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 25 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-13-17

Publisher: Danielle Stewart

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

Would you ever go solo on a Caribbean cruise? Cosette certainly wouldn't have considered it prior to her failed engagement. Suddenly single and looking to reset her life, she ventures out on what's supposed to be an all-inclusive vacation, free of any worry. But the promise of safety is quickly snatched away when an emergency sends the ship into uncharted territory. Aiden had a plan. A dangerous, important responsibility that hinged on his cruise itinerary staying on track. When that falls apart, he's faced with a split second choice that could jeopardize something much bigger than just his own life. Luckily they're joined by Edenville's most infamous nosy (but kind-hearted) neighbors. Fellow passengers Michael, Jules, Betty and Clay cannot let the strangers at their dinner table face danger alone. But will the risk be too much when the truth comes out?

Members Reviews:

Great book!

This story was non stop action and I loved it! Once I started listening to it, I did not want to stop listening, it was terrific! It was also clean and a little bit of swearing though.

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Title: Motion for Malice

Subtitle: Jamie Winters Mysteries, Book 2

Author: Kelly Rey

Narrator: Lisa Kelly

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 35 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-12-17

Publisher: Gemma Halliday Publishing

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

From best-selling mystery author Kelly Rey comes the second laugh-out-loud installment in her Jamie Winters Mysteries....

Psychic medium Dorcas Beeber is brash, obnoxious...and dead. Unfortunately for legal secretary Jamie Winters, she arrives at the psychic's studio for a reading only to find the victim apparently killed by a blow from her own crystal ball. And things only get worse when Jamie suddenly finds herself the prime suspect in the murder. It's clearly a setup, but Jamie's only clue to the real killer's identity is a black SUV parked near the scene of the crime.

Desperate and running out of time, Jamie enlists the help of her landlord's eccentric teenaged niece, Maizy, as her unlikely sidekick to help wade through the pool of disgruntled clients, a family with divided loyalties, a creepy ex-boss, and incriminating news reports to find the real killer...before Jamie's future includes a jail cell!

Members Reviews:

Laugh out loud cozy mystery.

Nonsensical but fun cozy mystery. When Jamie is once again discovers a body, she is sure that she is the prime suspect so even though she is terrified to investigate she does so against her better judgment. Although 17 year old Maizy is supposed to be her sidekick, the teenagers enthusiasm leads them places that Jamie really doesn't want to go. Surprisingly some of the ideas halfway work, some really work, and of course some just make things worse. If you enjoy a little slapstick with your mystery, this is a great book for you. Jamie, of course, doesn't see anything funny about the possibility of prison. I think Maizy might be related to Stephanie Plum's grandmother.

Jamie and Maizie

Jamie Winters and teenager Maizie. What an oddball pair, these to should join up as Private investigator duo. Jamie is an admittedly not so bright twenty something, and Maizie is a keenly observant teenager. They are totally different, yet bounce off of each other just right. I loved meeting the quirky characters as the story unfolded. Yes, I did find myself confusing a few names, but that made me pay closer attention to try to figure out the mystery. It's a fun read, and there were parts that made me smile or laugh. Some parts brought up some memories of "oh yeah, those were around back in the day". I will be reading some more of Jamie Winters and works written by Kelly Ray.

corny

A 30 something woman who can't cook, keep house and only eats junk food as if she was 12. A good looking guy who seems to like her and she doesn't even know what to do. Plus a 17 year old girl has more sense and spunk than she does. Waste of time.

Jamie And Maizy: Unusual Sleuths, great

This is a good mystery. This is well written; it has lots of suspects, and a lot of twists and turns. Maizy, the daughter of a police officer, is very good at helping Jamie do her sleuthing. Jamie is being blamed for the murder after a psychic client of her law firm is found dead. Jamie is a secretary in a law office and her job is in jeopardy when she gets accused. Jamie is interested in Maizy's uncle and the two form an unlikely friendship. Impulsive, socially conscious, and a healthy eating enthusiast high schooler Maizy and struggling to get by and junk food junkie adult Jamie, make for an odd duo. But the two follow suspects, break into businesses, and ask lots of questions to work the case.

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Title: Witch's Wheel

Subtitle: Normal Junction Cozy Mystery, Book 1

Author: Abby L. Vandiver

Narrator: Tondre Schulte

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 24 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-08-17

Publisher: Abby L. Vandiver

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 4 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

Normal Junction is anything but! It can't be found on any map, but it's a place not too far away from where you are. It's a place where people go when things in their life are turned upside down - a haven, a place where hope, resilience, and even miracles reside. Come, take a trip to Normal Junction, and watch how the spirits collide to turn things right-side up.

In this installment, Calayiah "Layah" and Lybbestre "Libby" Frazier are witches of the Normal Junction kind. They do more than repair watches in their shop, and this time it's Teagan Blake, who they'll help discover who murdered his grandmother.

Members Reviews:

Einstein Can Improve Your Life

At first the novel made me feel like I did when I was young and watched the 'Twilight Zone' on television. However, this novel is an updated 21st Century version.

Some people are just not happy. They have many opportunities, but, are just not happy. What if...what if there is a dimensional space where time can suspend, reverse, or advance, in order to show you where things went wrong???

This is the premise of this excellently written book. Now, this book won't be for everyone. You have to be willing to suspend Earthly beliefs, embrace Witches (good kind, of course,) Einstein's theory of Relativity, and just want things to be better for the main character.

I truly enjoyed the novel and will be reading the next one out. Give it a chance. What is 'Normal' anyways?

Awesome read. If you like the Twilight Zone type ...

Awesome read. If you like the Twilight Zone type of stories, you'll love Witch's Wheel. The author has a fabulous imagination that allows the reader to be transported into a world where second chances are available if one is willing to do the work. Such is the case of Teagan Bales, a rather pretentious man who has been given the opportunity to solve the mystery surrounding his grandmother's passing. In doing so, he is forced to look at his own short-comings, something not uncommon when one travels to Normal Junction.

A fun, quick read that I highly recommend!

Well thought out and quite a time travel trip

Very reminiscent of Twilight Zone episodes. Time bends and the past can't be changed, but can being there at the most traumatic moment in Teagan's life really make any difference? You'll have to read it to find out. I must admit, the very Rod Sterling monologue at the end was a bit of a groan. This could use some better character development and some solid editing.

So, so overall.

Slow start, and very bad ending. This story line had possibilities, but the author did not carry it off. She left the story hanging in the end and then explains the meaning of the story and what happened to the characters when the story line ends without closure with an epilogue. Poorly constructed story.

Short but sweet

Unlike any other book I've ever read. A little twilight zone in the beginning. Some time travel, mystery, romance. And of course, the moral of the story. There were many typos, I don't understand how the beta reader gets any credit for making the book better.

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Title: A Dawn of Death

Subtitle: Helen Binney Mysteries, Volume 4

Author: Gin Jones

Narrator: Lisa Valdini

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 26 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-31-17

Publisher: Gemma Halliday Publishing

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

Helen Binney's never felt better! Her lupus is in remission, and she's taking up gardening for its health benefits. Only her first day at the community garden is anything but relaxing when she finds a woman's body lying beside a bulldozer that belonged to the dead woman. Was the early-morning death an accident, as the police believe, or did it have something to do with a dispute over title to the garden's land?

Helen finds out that the victim was a real estate developer, but she wasn't the only one with an eye on the property. Could she have been killed by one of the gardeners to prevent the land from being sold? Perhaps the outspoken, Harley-riding, ex-military town clerk...or a rival developer? Helen's handsome friend/lawyer Tate warns her to stay out of the investigation, but she's feeling invincible and can't resist asking a few questions. If she's not careful, though, there might be another death at dawn.

Helen Binney Mysteries:

Members Reviews:

Murder over a Garden?

In A Dawn of Death, Helen Binney has had no desire to get involved in another murder. All she wants to do is to grow a garden. She is hoping that the garden will provide the same joy that her former lawyer, now boyfriend Tate's woodworking gives him, something that would make her willing to kill over. So Helen goes to the opening day of the community garden and receives her plot. Everyone around notices a bulldozer sitting near the edge of the garden, but Helen thinks something looks curious about its placement. Wandering over to the bulldozer, Helen spots a body, that of Cheryl, who owns the local real estate development company.

Asking about the business that might have taken Cheryl there, ostensibly to prove that it isn't murder (as if anyone believes that Helen would ever think any death wasn't murder!), Helen learns that there has been a big controversy because many in the town want to sell the land that has historically been the plot of the community gardens. The senior living complex across the street from the gardens is full to the seams and wants to be able to expand Wharton Meadows into the land used by the community gardens. Cheryl has a history of purchasing land out from under people who anyone wanting to buy, making her an enemy of the owners of Wharton Meadows as well as the people using the community garden, in particular Dale Meek-Mason, a militant pro-garden environmentalist. Then there is Cory O'Keefe, the city council member who is also the local realtor and the heir of Cheryl. Thus, it is evident that there is no shortage of suspects.

This book was a fun listening experience. I liked the mystery plot, which contained enough detailed twists and turns to make the mystery fascinating. The police Detective Peterson strongly resents Helen and her history of solving murders that he has been unable to solve himself. I kept finding myself changing my guess about the identity of the murderer, with the conclusion's turning out to be a surprise. I also appreciated the book's environmental emphasis, seeing the different range of views of land use.

I really appreciated the complex portrayal of Helen's lupus and its effects on her life. She begins the book having a remission from her flare ups, but even though she has been able to abandon her cane, she still has to live with the impacts of this horrible disease.

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Title: Leger - Cat Sleuth

Subtitle: The Leger Mysteries

Author: Lacey Dearie

Narrator: Chris Bland

Format: Unabridged

Length: 51 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-29-17

Publisher: Rock Paper Spirit

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

Leger has a comfortable life. He sleeps, chases tabbies, and plays with Bob, his Labrador room-mate, when nobody is watching. His life with elderly couple Annabella and Hugh is enviable, but he craves excitement and a creative outlet.

However, when Hugh is attacked, the purpose in life he sought presents itself. He turns detective in a bid to solve the mystery of who mugged Hugh.

Will he succeed? Will anyone take him seriously as a sleuth? Will his artistic flair help in his quest to find the culprit? Can he stay away from the catnip long enough to focus on the job in hand?

Meet Leger, Bob, and a colorful cast of characters in this charming tale of a cat who wants more out of life than naps and climbing trees.

Members Reviews:

A nice, charming short read.

The title of the book tells you everything you need to know about the story. Leger is a cat, who lives with his humans, Annabella and Hugh; and his best friend, Bob the dog. When Hugh gets mugged, Leger decides he's going to investigate and solve the crime.

While it may sound a little ridiculous, the story itself is very nicely done. For the most part, humans are barely a part of the story, focusing instead on the inner life of the pets. This includes Leger and Bob's friendship, deemed 'unusual' for them being cat and dog. Another repeating element, and one that comes in handy, is Leger's artistry; which basically involves digging in flower beds.

The sense of the animals, their actions and views on the world is well handled and, at least for me, very believable. Also the few interactions that the animals have with humans is written in a great way. The human dialogue is frequently written as the way pet owners may talk to their pets (I include myself in that) but in places can also be read as a full conversation.

If I had one complaint about it, the story felt too short and I could easily have read more. But since there are another twenty or so Leger mysteries out there, then I should be spoiled for choice.

A delightful short read.

'Leger - Cat Sleuth' is a delightful short story in which a cat takes on the role of detective to solve a mystery that unfolds very close to his home.

It's written with good humor and clever characterization of the protagonist and his animal friends, feline and otherwise, who help him find the pieces of the puzzle and find the culprit he seeks.

Suitable for any reader from young adult upwards, this story is a short read but contains enough charm and interest to engage a reader and entertain their imagination.

Enjoyable little story

Leger decides to find out who robbed (and hurt!) his male human, despite the protests from the family labrador, Bob, about cats not not being able to be detectives. After all, the only human who understands Leger is Annabelle, and sometimes she doesn't seem to understand him at all either.

This is a very cute little story, where the interactions between Leger and Annabelle are among the things I loved the most.

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Title: Murder in White Lace

Author: Karen Sue Walker

Narrator: Jasmine Curry

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 11 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-24-17

Publisher: Jasmine Curry

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

The last thing anyone expected in the idyllic seaside California town of Crystal Shores was murder! Max Walters is a talented bridal consultant with dreams of moving to New York and being a designer.

When her boss goes on vacation, things quickly unravel when one of her clients is poisoned. With her childhood friend arrested, Max decides to investigate and clear his name. With help from her new assistant, Keiko, and the other colorful residents of Crystal Shores, Max begins to weave together a list of suspects, much to the concern of the handsome Detective Cruz.

Will she be able to tie up the loose threads and catch the murderer - or will the murderer get to her first?

Members Reviews:

Murder in a small town

Murder in White Lace is an enjoyable murder mystery set in a small town. The storyline kept me interested, the characters were well developed, and the narration was perfect.

I'd love to see more of these characters in Crystal Shores!

Enjoyable mystery

Loved the mystery and the characters. Will definitely read more by this author. The reading was well done as well. I'm so glad that I listened to this book!

Good!

I loved this audio book, this mystery had you guessing who did it all the way to the end. Great job!!

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Title: Murder On Deck

Subtitle: Jerria Danson Mysteries, Volume 2

Author: Deb Graham

Narrator: Ginger Walton

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 48 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-21-17

Publisher: Deb Graham

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Cozy Mysteries

Publisher's Summary:

When mild real estate agent Jerria and her husband embark on an Alaskan cruise with friends, she cant wait to enjoy one last vacation before the demands of a big change at home swamp her. But against Alaskas beauty, passengers begin suffering from a rash of illness that is more than routine Mal de Mer. Jerria suspects they are being systematically poisoned. Can she discover whos behind the nefarious plan before succumbing to it herself? Come along as Jerria experiences the Great Land day by day, with details rich enough to plan your own Alaskan cruise, minus the exotic poison.

Members Reviews:

A mystery on a cruise ship

This is book 2 in the Jerria Danson series, but it can certainly be enjoyed as a stand alone. Some of the characters from book 1 were back, and the author does a great job of providing enough detail to understand the relationships if you haven't had the chance to read the first book.

I really enjoyed the descriptions of the locations. For the places I've been, they were spot on, and I felt like I was right back there.

There was definitely more of a mystery with this book. I liked not knowing for certain who the culprit was until we got near the end of the story.

I was given this free audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

A cruise to die for

I am always looking for cozy mystery type stories. When i first started this story i was unsure about it. It seemed it was only about a cruise. However, the more i listened the more i liked. It was about Jerria and her husband and friends going on a cruise to Alaska where they met other people and had a lot of fun. Then people started getting sick and no one could figure out why. The two of the passengers died. Even the CDC was called in to investigate the mystery. Come on the cruise and find out what happens. I must say i enjoyed the book. I felt like i was on the cruise. I wanted to eat and shop too. Loved it. I would like to listen to more of these stories. I received this audio book free in exchange for a honest review.

A fun Book Adventure and mystery on a cruise ship

This book was just a fun listen. The characters were very believable well defined which is important to me in a good listening book. The Story centers around a husband and wife team and friends form prior cruises

The descriptions of the ship are very accurate if you have been on one before How they operate and layout; from drills at the start to the ship doctors hours; a big plus

I don't want to give away the plot and ending as it destroys mysteries but I can make a analogy to the legionnaire outbreaks on some cruise ships in the early 80s I believe is close..... But there are the puzzle pieces . Suspects, Motive and outcome ..

Just a fun book that had me serious one minute and smiling the next.

Book two and still going strong

Wow book one made me want to go on a cruise but this book two is making me rethink that idea :-)

Jarria and Will Ransom cruise mysteries are really a good cozy mystery. I enjoy the way Deb Graham creates these setting. If you have not read a book by Deb Graham you need to they are great! Ginger Walton does a wonderful job of narrating theses fun books. I luck to be gifted this book with the promise of an honest review.

Good Description for an Alaskan Cruise

Is there anything you would change about this book?

I would have added a bit more excitement.