Maisie Doss knew the weight of secrets all too well. Once a troublemaker in her small Kentucky town near Cincinnati, she struck a dangerous bargain to become a confidential informant for the police. But when betrayal led her to send a family member behind bars, the lines between right and wrong blurred. Unable to bear the weight of her actions, she fled into the secluded heart of Appalachia, praying her past wouldn't catch up. For a time, the hills kept her secrets. Determined to atone, she tried to lead a quiet life, but old habits die hard. When Maisie stumbles upon a mystery that begs her attention, she can't resist diving in. Yet, this isn't just any crime; it's tangled with threads from her concealed past. And as fate would have it, a detective from her old life discovers her hidden refuge. Now, he presents her with a chilling Return to her role as a CI and face the ghosts of her past or find herself behind bars. In a game of cat and mouse, where trust is a luxury Maisie can't afford, she must use every sleight of hand she knows to outwit the law, uncover the truth, and keep her freedom. From Tonya Kappes, the Queen of Southern Charm and Whimsical Whodunits... Immerse yourself in the allure of the South, where the tea is sweet, the mysteries are deep, and the humor is downright sinful. Tonya Kappes, celebrated for her delightful mix of southern charm, captivating mysteries, and wickedly funny humor, introduces a brand-new amateur sleuth that's bound to become a reader favorite. Dive into the Maisie Doss Mysteries and get ready for a roller coaster of emotions, suspense, and laughter. If you've loved her previous series, this new addition promises all the signature Kappes charm and then some. Join Maisie as she dances on the edge of danger and digs deep into the heart of the South's most intriguing crimes. It's a journey you won't want to miss!

In the shadowed corners of Cincinnati, where the art is as cutting-edge as the secrets are deep, Maisie Doss is the fulcrum between law and disorder. Her latest game? Infiltrating a ring of art smugglers as a Criminal Informant, where masterpieces mask misdemeanors, and trust is the ultimate con. "Tangled Lies" weaves a tight narrative through a city steeped in duplicity, where alliances are written in water and everyone wears a disguise. Maisie must cleanse her tarnished name and pin down a criminal mastermind while eluding the ghosts of her own checkered past – ghosts that whisper threats and dangers. Teamed with Boone, her cousin who thrives on the edge, and Dixie, a comrade from the wild days, Maisie's caught in a lethal game of cat and mouse. They flirt with danger in the art world's glittering lounges, where a false move might be the last. In a gallery where the walls seem to draw closer, Maisie dances a perilous waltz of undercover agent and criminal strategist, aiming for one a takedown that will topple the empire of lies. But when the line between friend and foe blurs, every decision could be fatal. "Tangled Lies" is a masterclass in suspense, where loyalty is a mirage, and betrayal is just another brushstroke. Can Maisie navigate this treacherous maze, or is she painting her own corner, one from which there's no escape? This story lays bare the stark realities of a battle for redemption, where 'forever' might just be the greatest deceit. Tonya Kappes delivers another masterful entry in the Maisie Doss Mysteries, blending the charm of Southern storytelling with the intrigue of a well-crafted whodunit. Join Maisie as she steps out from the shadows of her past and into the light of truth, navigating a path fraught with danger, deception, and the hope of redemption. "Tangled Lies" promises to be a journey filled with suspense, surprise, and the undeniable strength of a woman determined to right the wrongs of her past.

From Tonya Kappes, the Queen of Southern Charm and Hang on the edge of your seat Whodunits... Immerse yourself in the allure of the South, where the tea is sweet, the mysteries are deep, and the humor is downright sinful. Tonya Kappes, celebrated for her delightful mix of southern charm, captivating mysteries, and wickedly funny humor, introduces a brand-new amateur sleuth that's bound to become a reader favorite. Dive into the Maisie Doss Mysteries and get ready for a roller coaster of emotions, suspense, and laughter. If you've loved her previous series, this new addition promises all the signature Kappes charm and then some. Join Maisie as she dances on the edge of danger and digs deep into the heart of the South's most intriguing crimes. It's a journey you won't want to miss!