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Cottonwood Springs
Series · 22
books · 2018-2022

Books in series

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#1

Murder in Cottonwood Springs

2018

Sheriff Rich got the call every lawman dreads – a relative’s murder. And it’s even worse when it’s your sister. Brigid moved back to Cottonwood Springs to be with friends and family when her marriage and her publishing company both ended. When her best friend’s murdered, she’s determined to find the killer. A new romance and an adopted big Newfoundland are pretty comforting at times like these. Recipes included! This is the first book in the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by two-time USA Today Bestselling Author.
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#2

Murder at the Church

2018

A troubled woman. A prayer. A murder in a church. An orphaned daughter.When she moved back to Cottonwood Springs after a divorce and the publishing company she was working for went bankrupt, Brigid never thought she’d have a ready-made teen-age daughter, a huge Newfoundland dog, and a hunky neighbor who wants to get to know her better, a lot better.But first she has to solve Maggie’s murder. When a woman has stolen money and someone else’s husband, finding her murderer is not everyone’s top priority. An inspirational cozy mystery from a two-time USA Today Bestselling Author that will leave you with a smile on your face and a tear on your cheek. Just scroll up this page, click on Buy or Borrow, and download it now.
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#3

Murder at the Bookstore

2018

A woman’s dream, a warning, a murder, but it's the wrong person. When a mistaken identity murder happens at her sister’s bookstore in Cottonwood Springs, Brigid has no choice. She has to find the person who intended to murder her sister. Not everyone liked her sister, Fiona. Several people could have done it including the competing bookstore owner, the religious fanatic, the psychic, and her landlady. Now all Brigid has to do is figure out if it was one of them or just a random event. Sometimes it’s a good thing to have a 125-pound Newfoundland dog for a pet, particularly when the creek runs deep and fast. This is the third book in the Cottonwood Springs series by two-time USA Today Bestselling Author, and one guaranteed to bring a smile to your face and leave a warm feeling in your heart.
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#4

Missing in Cottonwood Springs

2019

Human trafficking in the small Colorado town of Cottonwood Springs? That only happens in the big cities, right? Planning a wedding is hard enough without having your florist disappear. And it’s even worse when there’s a chance that people engaged in human trafficking may have come to the small town of Cottonwood Springs and she's a victim. When the missing person’s husband asks Brigid to help, she has no choice but to put her wedding on the back burner. It becomes close and personal when she’s afraid that Holly, the girl she’s taken under her wing, may also have been abducted. Join Brigid and quirky Sheriff Davis as they search for suspects in strange settings. Another page-turning cozy mystery by Dianne Harman, a two-time USA Today bestselling author with the fourth book in the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series.
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#5

Murder at the Alamo

2019

A honeymoon. A murdered body. Unfortunately, the victim didn’t survive the Alamo. While visiting San Antonio, Texas on their honeymoon, Brigid and Linc discover the body of an Alamo tour guide. Brigid can’t resist solving a crime and with a little help from the owner of a B&B and his faithful German shepherd, she and Linc set out to figure out which of the quirky cast of characters committed the murder. This is the fifth book in the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by two-time USA Today Bestselling Author, Dianne Harman.
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#6

Murder on the Mountain

2019

A broken tree branch. A dead body. An ambitious personal assistant. An unfaithful husband. Was it murder or simply an unfortunate accident? A lot of people resented Amelia Prescott, the grande dame of marketing agencies, because of her success. But did someone resent her enough to murder her? That becomes the job of Sheriff Davis and Brigid – to find out if Amelia’s death was an accident or a carefully thought out murder. Confrontations can get dicey. Good thing Brigid has a 125-pound Newfoundland to help her. This is the sixth book in the popular Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by a two-time USA Today Bestselling Author.
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#7

Redemption in Cottonwood Springs

2019

Free from prison Not free from the people who got him there A clean ex-drug dealer A threat to those who are still dealing Kidnapping and attempted murder Are just a few of Mike Loomis’ problems Join Brigid, Sheriff Mike, and Deputy Lindsay as they try to protect Mike and save themselves from being victims. This is the seventh book in the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by two-time USA Today Bestselling Author, Dianne Harman.
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#8

Trouble at the New Dawn B&B

2019

Days away from a grand opening A long-awaited vision about to come true Is thwarted by a computer hacker When it works, modern technology is miraculous When someone knows how to abuse it It can mean the end of a dream Brigid and Linc are clueless when it comes to computers. Good thing their daughter knows a thing or two about them. Now if they can just find out who hacked the magnificent website she built and get it up and running again before it’s too late and their beautiful B & B becomes nothing more than a vacant building with no visitors. This is the eighth book in the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by a two-time USA Today Bestselling Author.
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#9

Murder at the New Dawn B&B

2019

An unlikable guest Who was abusive to his wife A marriage in trouble Someone thought he should be murdered And he was Brett reminds Linc of a time when he could have prevented an abusive spouse from hurting his wife, a close friend, and he’s always regretted it. Did he regret it enough to do something about it years later? Could it have been the B & B guest who found Amanda irresistible and her husband’s treatment of her frightening? Or even her loving father, worried about his only daughter? It’s up to Brigid and Sheriff Davis to find out just how abusive Brett was and who murdered him. Plenty of dogs, recipes, and page-turning suspense in this, the 9th book in the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by a two-time USA Today Bestselling Author.
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#10

Missing in Los Angeles

2020

A lifelong dream about to be realized A clothing designer’s debut line goes missing A high-end fashion house in turmoil Was it greed, ambition, or jealousy? Brigid accompanies her sister to Los Angeles for the culmination of Fiona’s life-long dream - to be a fashion designer. But when Fiona’s fashions go missing on the day they’re to be debuted, Brigid’s determined to find the culprit. No one had access to the design room but Green Butterfly employees, so Brigid’s certain it must have been an inside job. But just which one of the employees is responsible, and why? This is the 10th book in the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by a USA Today Bestselling Author and Amazon All-Star.
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#11

Mystery on Main Street

2020

Secondhand Treasures. Gino’s Pizza Parlor. Barney’s Antiques. Sure, everybody could use a little extra cash But is stealing from a business worth the risk of getting caught? Someone thought so. Someone is going to prison. When money is stolen from several businesses on Main Street in Cottonwood Springs, Brigid and Sheriff Davis work together to find the culprit, but are they too late? There’s a frustrating lack of suspects and the clock is ticking, or maybe time just ran out. Don’t miss number eleven in the popular Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by a USA Today Bestselling Author. As always, plenty of dogs and recipes!
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#12

Murder at the Carnival

2020

There’s so much to see and do at a carnival! There’s the smell of carnival treats like funnel cakes and cotton candy. Games that give you a chance to dunk the sheriff or win a stuffed teddy bear. Don’t forget the Ferris wheel ride. And yes, there’s that unpleasant business about the murdered man lying on the ground in the parking lot. When Linc and Brigid agree to host a chili booth at the Summer Carnival, they never thought the day would end in discovering one of their B & B guests, the popular host of the online travel show, “Take Five,” murdered in the parking lot. But was Micha really all that popular? Someone, actually a lot of people, certainly didn’t think so, and it’s up to Brigid and Sheriff Davis to figure out which one them hated Micha enough to kill him. And it never hurts to have a huge Newfoundland dog help you track down a murderer, particularly when they can’t be found! This is the 12th book in the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by a USA Today Bestselling Author and Amazon All-Star.
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#13

Book Club Blackmail

2021

Have you ever been blackmailed? How would you feel if you were? We all have secrets we don’t want others to know about. Several members of the book club did. But how did someone find out about those secrets? The blackmailer demanded $3,000 from each of them, Or the secrets they’d carefully kept would become public knowledge. When several members of Brigid’s book club are threatened with blackmail and ask her to help them, she can’t refuse. Their secrets are too private to be exposed, so she tries to handle the case on her own, without any help from the sheriff. Her family isn’t so sure she should get involved. The blackmailing case and her marriage are on a collision course, and she doesn’t know what the right thing is to do. And then Brigid gets a demand from the blackmailer. This is the 13th book in the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by a USA Today Bestselling Author and Amazon All-Star.
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#14

Murdered by Adultery

2021

A young married woman is murdered. Her husband is overcome with grief. Did jealousy, rage, or greed lead to her murder? But things aren’t always what they seem. Affairs, phony marriages, and people going missing. And what’s up with some of the community leaders coming under scrutiny? What’s the nexus? These are just a few of the things Brigid and Sheriff Davis have to figure out in this fast-paced page-turning murder mystery. And just when they think they’ve figured out whodunnit, they’re thrown another twist! Join them as they search for the killer in this, the 14th book in the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by a USA Today Bestselling Author.
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#15

Murder in New Mexico

2021

Cold case murder investigations are a lot harder to solve than current murder cases. Particularly when the murder occurred over fifteen years ago. But when a friend asks Brigid to investigate a cold case for her in New Mexico, Brigid feels she has to at least try. What she hadn’t taken into consideration Were old grudges, A small town that kept secrets, And people who were willing to commit hate crimes to keep those secrets. Join Brigid and Jett, her 125-pound Newfoundland dog, as they try to find the long-ago killer. But not so long ago that the threat of her discovering the identity of the killer makes her a present-day target. Dogs, recipes, and page-turning action all come together in Murder in New Mexico, the 15th book in the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by a USA Today Bestselling Author.
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Mystery at the Groomers

2021

There’s a new dog groomer in Cottonwood Springs, and Brigid’s delighted! No more taking her dogs, Jett and Lucky, to an out-of-town groomer. But there are a few problems, like broken statues, dug-up plants, and a very bad word written on a window. Joss, the owner of Happy Paws Grooming, thinks it probably just the work of neighborhood kids and doesn’t want to pursue it. But what if it isn’t? What if someone has more sinister plans in store for the groomer? Brigid becomes concerned not only for the safety of the groomer, but also for the neighbors, because the more she and Sheriff Davis discover, the more certain they are that someone intends to seriously harm the groomer. During their investigation, they uncover family feuds, revenge for a dog being too friendly, and a person seriously depressed from the death of her mother. Then when Brigid plans a baby shower for her good friend, Missy, and the mother-to-be goes into labor during it, life becomes a little more hectic than she’d planned! If you like to feel good at the end of a book and like a good cozy mystery with dogs and recipes, this one’s for you. This is the 16th book in the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by a USA Today Bestselling Author.
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Mystery at the Field

2021

Which one’s more important to a high school? The football team or the band? Probably depends who you ask. There are always two sides to every disagreement, but deciding which one is right can be very, very difficult. Brigid was suddenly confronted with a number of problems. Some were personal, and some were related to a developing situation at the high school. First, there was a ruined football field. Then the school band members and their parents were all riled up. And to add to her problems, Brigid finds that there are some tears in the cloth that made up her perfect marriage. Cottonwood Springs is a sleepy little town nestled in the Colorado Rocky Mountains – postcard picture perfect. That is, until the football field is totally damaged by vandals. Doesn’t sound like that big of a deal, but in a small town like Cottonwood Springs it is. The school board was certain the town would be thrilled by having their football field completely redone. And then the band members, for the first time ever, were asked to perform in Washington, D.C. But the problem was that all the discretionary school funds had been used for the football field repair. Now what? The band members and their parents were understandably furious that there was no money for them to go to Washington, D.C., but there had been enough money for the football field to be completely renovated. But were they furious enough to ruin it? And then there’s the problem with the strange guest at the B & B owned by Brigid and her husband, to say nothing of the strain on Brigid’s marriage when her husband is determined to help the guest. Join Sheriff Davis and Brigid as they try to figure out what happened. And they know they don’t have time to waste, because the little town is sharply divided on the football issue, and there’s a good chance retaliatory acts will be committed. This is the 17th book in the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by a USA Today Bestselling Author.
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#21

The Family Secret

A Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery

2022

In the peaceful town of Cottonwood Springs, nestled amidst Colorado's scenic beauty, a sinister shadow lurks. For Olivia, moving from New Mexico was supposed to be a fresh start, an escape from a haunting past. But the random flicker of her yard security lights reveals a chilling truth – her past has caught up with her, and it might be closer than she thinks. Leaving behind the memories of a menacing uncle, Olivia had hoped for a life free from the constant fear of being watched. But now, even in a new state, she feels the all-too-familiar prickle of unseen eyes on her. And with a young daughter to protect, the stakes have never been higher. Linc and Brigid, the warm-hearted owners of a B & B, had only intended to give Olivia a job and a safe haven. But they quickly find themselves entangled in her life's web of intrigue. As yard lights inexplicably flash and the ominous presence grows, they begin to question if their home is under surveillance too. And the big question that looms over them all - how did Olivia's stalker trace her to their B & B? Brigid, with her close ties to the Sheriff's Department, delves deep into the mystery. But even with her expertise, the danger escalates. And when Olivia's daughter is brazenly abducted from a playground, all bets are off. Yet, hope and courage manifest in the most unexpected forms. Jett, their massive Newfoundland dog, proves that loyalty knows no bounds. As tensions rise and time dwindles, Jett's fierce protective instincts might be the very thing that stands between danger and safety. Venture into a tale where the lines between trust and treachery blur, where every corner you turn could hold a shadow from the past. Will Olivia finally find peace? Can Brigid and Linc protect their home and those they've come to care for? Discover a story of resilience, suspense, and undying loyalty in this riveting 18th installment of the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by a USA Today Bestselling Author. Sometimes, the scariest monsters are the ones we know.
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Murder at Bingo Night

A Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery

2022

In the heart of Cottonwood Springs, where secrets are whispered and grudges are nurtured, one woman's treacherous game of blackmail comes to a deadly halt. Morgan Douglas, a woman with an uncanny knack for uncovering others' secrets, has made a comfortable living exploiting the vulnerabilities of the town's residents. Living a lavish lifestyle, funded by the desperation of those she's cornered, Morgan believed she was invincible. Until bingo night. Brigid, the proud owner of the New Dawn Bed & Breakfast, anticipated a night of fun and light-hearted competition when she decided to sponsor the bingo night at the Animal Rescue Center. She never expected it would evolve into a murder mystery with her and everyone present cast as potential suspects. The crime a dimly lit back hallway. The none other than the sly and manipulative Morgan Douglas. The countless, for Morgan had amassed an army of enemies over the years. With secrets as her weapon, she held the town in a vise grip of fear, extracting hefty sums to ensure the silence she promised. Brigid, along with the astute Sheriff of Cottonwood Springs, finds herself diving deep into a puzzling investigation. With a multitude of suspects, each with their own burning motive, the challenge isn’t just finding the murderer, but discerning who had the most compelling reason to commit the deadly act. In a town where trust is a rare commodity and secrets are currency, will Brigid and the sheriff uncover the truth behind Morgan's murder? Dive into a riveting tale of deceit, desperation, and revenge, as the shadowy corners of Cottonwood Springs reveal their darkest secrets. Join the suspense-filled journey in the 19th installment of the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by a USA Today Bestselling Author. Every secret has its price, but how much is one willing to pay?
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Murder at the Graduation Ceremony

2022

In the scenic town of Cottonwood Springs, the boundaries of love, morality, and vengeance blur, casting a shadow on what should have been a day of joy and celebration. Brigid, engrossed in the euphoria of her daughter Holly's graduation, is yanked back to reality when news of a gruesome murder spreads. The victim? A thirty-one-year-old school custodian embroiled in a controversial relationship with a high school senior. While their relationship may not have been illegal, it had scandalized the tight-knit community, painting him as a target for scorn, prejudice, and possibly, murder. Teaming up with Sheriff Davis, Brigid dives headfirst into the investigation. But as they delve deeper into the lives of the townsfolk, it becomes glaringly evident that virtually everyone is hiding something. Lies are woven into the fabric of Cottonwood Springs, tangling the threads of the investigation and obscuring the path to the truth. But beyond the labyrinthine mystery of the custodian's death, Brigid grapples with a personal dilemma as her daughter stands on the precipice of the future. As Holly's path takes an unexpected turn, Brigid finds herself torn between her role as a mother and as an investigator. In this gripping installment, dive into a complex web of passion, deceit, and choices, where love dances on the fine line of propriety, and vengeance lurks in the shadows of doubt. Join the journey of truth, love, and sacrifice in the 20th book of the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by a USA Today Bestselling Author. In the heart of Cottonwood Springs, sometimes the most profound secrets are the ones closest to home.
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Murder By Design

A Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery

2022

In the heart of the picturesque town of Cottonwood Springs, what was meant to be a new beginning in a dream home becomes a chilling nightmare for a couple eager to start anew. Imagine the excitement of stepping into your newly redecorated house, envisioning memories yet to be made, only to be met with the cold, lifeless body of the very person responsible for breathing life into the place. That's the horrifying reality for the new homeowners who had looked forward to the big reveal, but were instead met with the grim sight of their deceased designer. The eerie setting is further intensified by three wine glasses set on the dining table – a silent testament to a night gone horribly wrong. Who was the third drinker, and where had they vanished to? Could they be the murderer, or another unsuspecting victim of the deadly night? Brigid, alongside Sheriff Davis, plunges into the depths of the mystery, navigating a maze of misdirection and deceit. As the layers peel back, a haunting thought persists – was the designer truly the intended target, or did the murderer miss their mark? And if so, who was the real quarry, and are they next on the killer's list? Twists, turns, and terrors await in this thrilling installment of the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series. Dive into a world where appearances can deceive, and where one's dream house might just turn into their worst nightmare. Discover the chilling secrets that lay hidden within the walls of Cottonwood Springs in the 21st book by a USA Today Bestselling Author. Every corner turned might reveal a truth you weren't prepared for.
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The Backseat Mystery

a Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery

2022

In the bustling heart of Cottonwood Springs, a chilling discovery rattles the community. A man's lifeless body, cold and eerie, is found in the backseat of his own vehicle. But what could lead Frankie, a man battling the chains of addiction and emerging victorious, to such a grim fate? Brigid and Sheriff Davis are faced with the haunting Did Frankie meet his end because of a fatal medical emergency, or was there a darker force at play? As a former addict, the initial whispers in town point to a relapse, a bitter overdose. Brigid must wrestle with her own biases, urging herself to look beyond the surface, to see the man who had striven against his demons and aspired to mend bridges with his estranged wife. Their investigation paints the image of a man fervently committed to staying sober. His past may have been tarnished by addiction, but his future shimmered with the promise of redemption and reunion. So, when the autopsy reports a drug overdose as the cause of death, doubts and mysteries envelop the case. Why would Frankie overdose in such an odd place, seated in the back of his car, right next to a gas station? Nothing fits. Nothing seems right. And Brigid and Sheriff Davis are determined to piece together the puzzle of Frankie's last moments. As the clues unravel and danger lurks closer, Brigid finds solace and strength in the presence of her massive Newfoundland dog and her ever-supportive husband. Dive into a tale of personal battles, lingering pasts, and the quest for truth in the face of overwhelming prejudice. Join Brigid and the team as they navigate the muddied waters of justice, seeking answers that might just be deadlier than expected. Indulge in the 22nd gripping installment of the Cottonwood Springs Cozy Mystery Series by a USA Today Bestselling Author, where every page turned might reveal a revelation you weren't prepared for.

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