A Rose Strickland Mystery Series

A QUIRKY, FEISTY HEROINE... "With twists, turns and surprises that left me hanging on right to the end, I couldnt put it down. I absolutely can't wait to see what is in store for Rose and her quirky friends next." - Cozy Mystery Book Reviews As a struggling waitress and part-time college student, Rose Stricklands life is stalled in the slow lane. But when her close friend, Axton, disappears, Rose suddenly finds herself serving up more than hot coffee and flapjacks. Now shes hashing it out with sexy bad guys and scrambling to find clues in a race to save Axton before his time runs out. With her anime-loving bestie, her septuagenarian boss, and a pair of IT wise men along for the ride, Rose goes from zero to sixty and quickly learns when you're speeding down the fast lane, it's easy to crash and burn.   This book was originally published in 2012. It has a new cover and has been lightly edited.   Praise for DINERS, DIVES & DEAD ENDS: "Austin's debut kicks off her planned series by introducing a quirky, feisty heroine and a great supporting cast of characters and putting them through quite a number of interesting twists." - Kirkus Reviews "I predict this will be a long and successful series...I strongly recommend picking a copy up to read this summer. I know I am looking forward to reading more books by this author. FIVE STARS OUT OF FIVE." - Lynn Farris, National Mystery Review Examiner at Examiner.com "What a blast! Diners, Dives & Dead Ends is a fast-paced mystery loaded with wonderful wit and humor that had me laughing and loving every page. Terri Austin will hook you right away and keep you riveted until The End. I want more!" - Ann Charles, Award-Winning Author of the Bestselling Deadwood Mystery Series Books in the Rose Strickland Humorous Mystery Series: DINERS, DIVES & DEAD ENDS (#1) LAST DINER STANDING (#2) DINER IMPOSSIBLE (#3) DINERS KEEPERS, LOOSERS WEEPERS (Novella, #4) DINER KNOCK OUT (#5)

A WONDERFULLY WRITTEN HUMOROUS MYSTERY...   "Fast, fun, and full of laughs! Last Diner Standing has it all—mystery, action, suspense, and a spicy dash of romance. If you enjoy humor and thrills along with your mysteries, Terri Austin's 2nd Rose Strickland Mystery is a must-read!" – Ann Charles, Award-Winning Author of the Deadwood Mystery Series   Rose Strickland is having a blue Christmas. Her friend is arrested for attempted murder, her sexy bad guy crush is marked by a hit man, and her boss is locked in an epic smackdown with a rival diner. Determined to save those she loves, Rose embarks on an investigation more tangled than a box of last year's tree lights. With her eclectic gang at the ready, Rose stumbles across dead bodies, ex-cons, chop shops, jealous girlfriends, jilted lovers, and a gaggle of strippers in a battle for freedom she might not survive.   This book was originally published in 2012. It has a new cover and has been lightly edited.   Praise for LAST DINER STANDING: "Austin's second course has the menu of feisty underemployed gal detective with a side order of romance down pat." – Kirkus Reviews   "OMG! There's no sophomore slump here in the second book starring spitfire Rose Strickland…This fast-paced and action-filled story kept me plowing through the pages as fast as I could because I had to know what happens next in this thrilling and riveting drama. This is a great read and I'm looking forward to the next book with Rose and her friends in this terrific series." – Dru's Book Musings   Books in the Rose Strickland Humorous Mystery Series:   DINERS, DIVES & DEAD ENDS (#1) LAST DINER STANDING (#2) DINER IMPOSSIBLE (#3)  DINERS KEEPERS, LOSERS WEEPERS (Novella, #4)  DINER KNOCK OUT (#5) 

AN ENDING GUARANTEED TO DELIGHT ROSE STRICKLAND FANS…   After shunning her overbearing parents' wealthy lifestyle, waitress and part-time college student, Rose Strickland, is drawn back into their world when she tries to prove the impossible: the innocence of the town's crooked police chief. He's suspected in the gruesome death of Delia Cummings, his secretary and mistress, and all the evidence points to him.   While she tracks down clues with the aid of her anime-loving bestie, Rose's pal, Axton, and his Klingon gang are feuding with their Starfleet rivals. Things get hairier than a pile of well-fed Tribbles, so Rose gets involved. In between interrogating Trekkies and quizzing socialites at high tea, she discovers the secrets Delia Cummings took to her grave. Suspects abound, but when Chief Mathers threatens to bring down Rose's criminally mischievous and maybe boyfriend, Sullivan, she makes it her mission to find the real killer before Sullivan finds himself in prison.   This book was originally published in 2013. It has a new cover and has been lightly edited.   Praise for the Rose Strickland Mystery Series: "Set your phasers on humor! Author Terri L. Austin deftly juggles cops, criminals, and Klingons in Diner Impossible and leaves us with an ending guaranteed to delight Rose Strickland fans. This series will live long and prosper!" – Diane Vallere, Author of the Style & Error and Mad for Mod Mystery Series   "I can always spot a Henery Press book by their cover style and I have come to expect a certain type of book from them. And Diner Impossible by Terri L. Austin does not disappoint. Great characters in funny situations, a little romance, and a well written mystery that will surprise you at the end to boot!" – Kate Shannon, Rantin' Ravin' and Reading   "Austin's second course [Last Diner Standing] has the menu of feisty underemployed gal detective with a side order of romance down pat." – Kirkus Reviews   "Fast, fun, and full of laughs! Last Diner Standing has it all—mystery, action, suspense, and a spicy dash of romance. If you enjoy humor and thrills along with your mysteries, Terri Austin's second book in her Rose Strickland Mystery series is a must-read!" – Ann Charles, Award-Winning Author of the Deadwood Mystery Series   "I predict this will be a long and successful series…I strongly recommend picking a copy up to read this summer. I know I am looking forward to reading more books by this author. Five stars out of Five." — Lynn Farris, National Mystery Review Examiner at Examiner.com   "This cozy mystery was fun! With twists, turns and surprises that left me hanging on right to the end, I couldn't put it down. I absolutely can't wait to see what is in store for Rose and her quirky friends next." – Cozy Mystery Book Reviews   Books in the Rose Strickland Humorous Mystery Series: DINERS, DIVES & DEAD ENDS (#1) LAST DINER STANDING (#2) DINER IMPOSSIBLE (#3) DINERS KEEPERS, LOSERS WEEPERS (Novella, #4) DINER KNOCK OUT (#5)

When Rose and the gang head to Graceland right before Christmas, they get all shook up: the motel is a seedy dump and an Elvis impersonator turns up dead. Rose discovers missing jewels tie into the death and her suspicious mind flips into overdrive, questioning her fellow guests, the staff, and even a cute impersonator who keeps popping up. Will Rose be able to find the murderer and get home by Christmas day? It's now or never.   This novella was previously published in 2013 as part of an anthology. It has a new cover and has been lightly edited from the original.   Books in the Rose Strickland Humorous Mystery Series: DINERS, DIVES & DEAD ENDS (#1) LAST DINER STANDING (#2) DINER IMPOSSIBLE (#3) DINERS KEEPERS, LOSERS WEEPERS (Novella, #4) DINER KNOCK OUT (#5)

"The contrast between Rose's two opposing worlds is as compelling as it is entertaining…Rose's impulsive nature is never overshadowed by common sense, and her quick wit and humor guarantee that readers will be delighted by this action-packed mystery." – Kings River Life Magazine   "Full of lots of twists and turns, which made for a very exciting read….I will definitely be reading more from this author. Highly recommended!" – Obsessed Book Reviews   "Rose is a wonderful main character. She has just the right amount of spunk. The story was great and I can't wait to read the rest of this series." – Bookschellves   Rose Strickland's life is complicated...   Besides her waitressing gig, Rose works part-time for Andre Thomas, a PI with no faith in Rose's ability to investigate, her love life with Sullivan has stalled, and her BFF, Roxy, has found a new bestie, leaving Rose out in the cold.   Determined to prove herself, Rose takes a case on the sly. As she searches for a missing MMA fighter, Rose discovers an illegal fight club, a group of ruthless businessmen, dead bodies, and a trail of drugs. Hunting down clues that lead too close to home, Rose finds herself in the fight of her life. Can she beat the killer to the punch before she gets knocked out for good?   This book was previously published in 2015. It has a new cover and has been lightly edited from the original.   Books in the Rose Strickland Humorous Mystery Series: DINERS, DIVES & DEAD ENDS (#1) LAST DINER STANDING (#2) DINER IMPOSSIBLE (#3) DINERS KEEPERS, LOSERS WEEPERS (Novella, #4) DINER KNOCK OUT (#5)