Sapphire Beach Cozy Mysteries Series

Books 1-3 of the Sapphire Beach Cozy Mystery Series   Sun-drenched Florida beaches. A Fair Trade jewelry shop owner. Mysteries that will keep you guessing.   If you enjoy page-turner cozy mysteries, loveable characters, and palm trees swaying in the breeze, you'll love the Sapphire Beach Cozy Mystery Series!   Condos and Corpses (Book 1) Connie Petretta can think of no other option but to sell the beach front condo she recently inherited from her beloved aunt, but a murder in the apartment next door stalls her plans. As she tries to prove her friend and neighbor's innocence, she contemplates keeping the condo and opening a jewelry shop in Sapphire Beach, where tourists abound, to showcase her handmade creations. But starting a business would mean walking away from an eleven-year career in humanitarian work, and her overseas contacts have become like family over the years. Will she find a way to combine her love for jewelry making with her passion for humanitarian work and solve the murder in the process?   Surf, Sand and Skeletons (Book 2) Connie Petretta is excited for the grand opening of Just Jewelry, her new store featuring Fair Trade jewelry, as well as her own handmade creations. But while setting up shop, she discovers evidence that the previous tenant, Natasha, who disappeared a year ago, may not have run away as many assumed. Connie's belief that Natasha would not abandon her young daughter impels Connie to investigate. Piers, Pliers and Problems (Book 3) Connie Petretta is excited to teach her first jewelry making class in her brand-new shop, Just Jewelry. Her teaching debut is off to a good start, that is, until one of her students is found murdered under the pier after class. And if that isn't bad enough, Connie's missing pliers turn out to be the murder weapon. Will Connie solve the mystery in time to save her store's reputation?   Begin your getaway today!

Books 4-6 of the Sapphire Beach Cozy Mystery Series   Sun-drenched Florida beaches. A Fair Trade jewelry shop owner. Mysteries that will keep you guessing.   If you enjoy page-turner cozy mysteries, loveable characters, and palm trees swaying in the breeze, you'll love the Sapphire Beach Cozy Mystery Series!   Candy Canes and Cadavers (Book 4) Connie Petretta is thrilled that her family is spending Christmas with her in Sapphire Beach. They even come early to attend the opening of "A Christmas Carol," performed in memory of her beloved Aunt Concetta. It has all the makings of a perfect holiday until one of the actors is murdered on opening night. With her mother and sister by her side, Connie puts her sleuthing skills to the test as she investigates the murder of her aunt's friend and colleague.   Snowbirds and Suspects (Book 5) The snowbirds have once again descended upon Sapphire Beach, keeping Connie Petretta busy in her thriving jewelry store. Ruby, the owner of the souvenir shop next door, is thrilled to discover a niece, Amy, that she never knew about. But when Amy is suspected of murder, Ruby turns to Connie to help find the real killer. Bridesmaids and Bodies (Book 6) A future bride commissions Connie Petretta to create jewelry for her bridal party. When the best man is murdered, the bride and groom turn to Connie to help find the killer.   Begin your getaway today!

Books 7-9 of the Sapphire Beach Cozy Mystery Series   Sun-drenched Florida beaches. A Fair Trade jewelry shop owner. Mysteries that will keep you guessing.   If you enjoy page-turner cozy mysteries, loveable characters, and palm trees swaying in the breeze, you'll love the Sapphire Beach Cozy Mystery Series!   Hurricanes and Homicide (Book 7) A hurricane has Connie and her friends hunkered down in Palm Paradise waiting out the storm. However, when a neighbor is murdered, Connie discovers that the storm might not be the only danger they are facing.   Kayaks and Killers (Book 8) When Connie Petretta and her best friends spend a much-anticipated vacation day at the beach, a kayak floats in on the waves, bringing another mystery to the shores of Sapphire Beach. Meanwhile, Connie meets Zach's parents for the first time, and she also receives a mysterious letter addressed to her deceased Aunt Concetta.   Friends, Foes and Felonies (Book 9) When Connie's former boss and mentor, Sam O'Neil, visits Sapphire Beach, a murder turns a relaxing vacation into an exciting adventure. Meanwhile, Gertrude gives her family a run for their money.   Begin your getaway today!

Books 10-12 of the Sapphire Beach Cozy Mystery Series   Sun-drenched Florida beaches. A Fair Trade jewelry shop owner. Mysteries that will keep you guessing.   If you enjoy page-turner cozy mysteries, loveable characters, and palm trees swaying in the breeze, you'll love the Sapphire Beach Cozy Mystery Series!   Passion and Poison (Book 10) Daffodils and Death (Book 11) Marriage and Mischief (Book 12)