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Maggie Mulgrew
Series · 6 books · 2016-2019

Books in series

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#1

Ghost of a Chance

2016

Alternate cover edition for ASIN B01EYSPXP0. The first book of a fun new cozy mystery series ~ with a touch of supernatural. Welcome to Holmestead, England ~ where an American ex-pat, an archaeologist, and murder turn this small, picture postcard village upside down. Maggie Mulgrew runs The Ash Leaf, an antique shop in the quaint village of Holmestead, England ~ which has nothing to do with Sherlock, thank you very much. She sells her goods to disappointed tourists, and locals who appreciate her eclectic taste. Professor Pembroke Martin is hunting down an artifact that had been stolen by a former assistant ~ a hand-blown apothecary jar that is the center of an old ghost story. His search leads him to Holmestead, and a stubborn, fascinating American who has acquired the box that once contained the rare jar. When the missing jar turns up, clutched in the hand of the very dead local historian, Martin becomes the prime suspect. He and that dead historian were bitter rivals. With his future on the line, Martin turns to Maggie for help, and they join forces to find the real killer. Maggie Mulgrew Mysteries: Ghost of a Chance Written on the Wind - coming August 2016
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#2

Written on the Wind

2016

Alternate cover edition for ASIN B01K3ZB8HU Book 2 of The Maggie Mulgrew Mysteries. Welcome back to Holmestead, England ~ where a mysterious book, a cryptic note, and murder shake up this picture postcard village. When Maggie Mulgrew finds an old book in the box she buys from a local charity sale, she has no idea that her discovery is about to set off a chain of events. Events that will end in murder. Now she has to find out why a book is important enough to kill for, and fast, before someone else becomes a victim. Maggie Mulgrew Mysteries: Book 1 - Ghost of a Chance Book 2 - Written on the Wind Book 3 - Spirit of the Season Book 4 - Dancing on her Grave
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Spirit of the Season

2017

Book 3 of The Maggie Mulgrew Mysteries. It's Christmas in Holmestead, England ~ but all is not merry and bright. Maggie Mulgrew has resigned herself to spending Christmas alone, since her love, Pembroke Martin, is neck deep in an important dig. When he shows up, surprising her, she sees nothing but happiness headed her way. She couldn't be more wrong. After a holiday play, she stumbles over the body of one of the actors. The Ghost of Christmas Past has been stabbed in the back, with a holly branch. Now it's up to Maggie and Martin to discover what happened, before they are all trapped by a coming snowstorm ~ along with the killer. Maggie Mulgrew Mysteries: Book 1 - Ghost of a Chance Book 2 - Written on the Wind Book 3 - Spirit of the Season Book 4 - Dancing on her Grave (coming July 2017)
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Dancing on Her Grave

2017

Book 4 of The Maggie Mulgrew Mysteries. Welcome back to Holmestead, England ~ where a centuries old murder mystery, stolen art, and a furniture rearranging ghost disrupt this picture postcard village. Maggie and Martin return from their honeymoon relaxed and happy ~ and walk into chaos. Maggie's ghost has taken up permanent residence in her house, and is creating havoc. When Maggie finds another journal, hidden in a secret compartment, she finally has the chance to solve her ancestor's murder. With Martin and Spencer's help, she puts together the clues, each one moving her closer to the truth. Little do they know that revealing the secrets of the past will expose a villain in the present ~ one who will stop at nothing to keep their own secrets. Maggie Mulgrew Mysteries: Witch in the Dell and 2 More Mini Mysteries Book 1 - Ghost of a Chance Book 2 - Written on the Wind Book 3 - Spirit of the Season Book 4 - Dancing on her Grave Book 5 - Way of the Witch First Collection Books 1-3
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#5

Way of the Witch

2017

Welcome back to Holmestead ~ where an old legend, the death of a local, and a friend in trouble disrupt this picture postcard village. Maggie's life is changing, and she can barely keep up. After inheriting Cragmoor Manor, she's determined to see it restored to its former glory. Martin has a surprise for her, one that will involve her in the restoration, so much more than she expected. To create more chaos, her best friend Spencer Knight is working on a new exhibit at the museum. One of the new residents is furious about the exhibit ~ and she lets Spencer know, in an angry and violent way. When she's found dead in Spencer's kitchen, he becomes the prime suspect. Now Maggie has to find the real killer, and fast, or she might just lose her best friend. Maggie Mulgrew Mysteries: Witch in the Dell and 2 More Mini Mysteries Book 1 - Ghost of a Chance Book 2 - Written on the Wind Book 3 - Spirit of the Season Book 4 - Dancing on her Grave Book 5 - Way of the Witch First Collection Books 1-3
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#6

Ghosts of the Past

2019

Welcome back to Holmestead ~ where a stolen artifact, a voice from the past, and murder haunt this picture postcard village. Maggie and Martin welcome their newest member of the family, and settle into a normal life, all things considered. She is more than happy to hang up her amateur detective hat and become a full-time mother. But when a stranger dies in front of her shop, after warning her that Martin is in danger, she has to find the killer ~ before Martin becomes their next victim. Maggie Mulgrew Mysteries: Witch in the Dell and 2 More Mini Mysteries Book 1 - Ghost of a Chance Book 2 - Written on the Wind Book 3 - Spirit of the Season Book 4 - Dancing on her Grave Book 5 - Way of the Witch Book 6 - Ghosts of the Past First Collection Books 1-3

Author

Cate Dean
Cate Dean
Author · 27 books

Cate Dean has been writing since she could hold a pen in her hand and put more than two words together on paper. She grew up losing herself in fantasy worlds, and now creates her own worlds, infusing them with adventure and magic. When she's not writing, she travels to places that inspire her, having her own adventures, and reads pretty much anything she can get her hands on. There ~ I got the official biography out of the way. I love to write, and yes, I have been doing it most of my life. I've made up stories in my head for as long as I can remember, and I’m thrilled to be able to bring those stories to life, and share them with you. If you want to be the first to know when the next book is released, or be in on some fun, exclusive contests and giveaways, join my list here: https://catedeanwrites.com/join-my-list. You can learn more about me and my books at my website: https://catedeanwrites.com I look forward to meeting you. :)

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