What turns a reverend into an amateur sleuth? Few people have ever experienced a connection like the one Reverend Cici Gurule and her sister had. The women weren't just twins; they were identical. Yes, were. Cici knew the exact moment her sister had died because Cici had passed out in her apartment. She'd swear until the day she died her sister said her name in a soft, broken voice as her own mind had switched off. Now, Cici must learn to live without her sister . . . ...and deal with an unsolved murder and a cold trail. Identical Death is the first book in, A Reverend Cici Gurule Mystery. Please note: This is a companion novella that should be read prior to A Pilgrimage to Death as it offers further insights into Cici, Sam, and the murder of Anna Carmen. It ends on a cliffhanger. Although these books are best read in order, as a series, the rest (after A Pilgrimage to Death) can be read as a standalone. A Pilgrimage to Death A Heritage of Death An Artifact of Death A Revelation of Death

Cici discovers a body in the forest, and the victim’s wounds are identical to the ones that killed her sister a year ago... Someone murdered her sister. And shot her dog. The killer won't stop until Cici's dead, too. With her identical twin sister hauntingp her dreams, Cici and her dogs must dodge arrows, bullets, and even a demon truck. Worse, she must grapple with the knowledge her twin's death was much more sinister than a random act of violence. The chase is on. As Cici and Detective Sam Chastain edge closer to the truth, the murderer circles closer. This time, the criminal plots to stop Cici. Permanently.

The third installment in the Kirkus Reviews, National Indie Excellence Awards and Publishers Weekly award-winning series by USA Today Best-Selling Author, J. J. Cagney Cici Gurule wants to pretend her dream is nothing more than a meaningless nightmare. But she cannot ignore that the bruised and bloodied woman looked alarmingly like her. When a baby turns up on her porch—a baby who was reported missing days before—evidence points to a connection with the woman in Cici’s dream, and she can no longer ignore the nighttime vision. Cici and Detective Sam Chastain struggle to follow the garbled evidence, but the killer scores his victim first. Worse, a message pinned to the victim’s blouse states, “You’re next.” Now, it’s a race against the clock to keep the baby safe and find the murderer before his trail goes cold. Cici’s only chance to solve this mystery, before she becomes the next victim, means choosing between her faith and believing a message left by her ghostly twin. A Heritage of Death is the second stand-alone novel in a compelling suspense/thriller cozy mystery for fans of Agatha Christie, Addison Moore, and Molly Fitz.

The fourth installment in the Kirkus Reviews, National Indie Excellence Awards and Publishers Weekly award-winning series by USA Today Best-Selling Author, J. J. Cagney:Reverend Cici Gurule went to the sacred Chaco Canyon in search of a sign. She's been offered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity in a megachurch, but taking the position would mean abandoning her Southwestern home and the man she's grown to love as much more than a friend. She's so caught up in her thoughts that she doesn't realize when she stumbles upon a group of heavily armed operatives on the verge of an execution. Soon, Cici's dodging bullets and scaling mesas with the mysterious man she saved from certain death. With a little help from her twin sister's ghost and restless ancestral spirits, they venture deeper into the maze-like rocky terrain. But her new companion's deadly aim makes her wonder if she can afford to trust his side of the story. To make it out of the canyon alive, Cici must unearth the true story behind the man and a sacred Navajo artifact before the next blood shed on sacred ground is hers. An Artifact of Death is a standalone novel in a series of high-octane mystery/thrillers for fans of Ruth Ware and Gilly MacMillan.

The fifth installment in the Kirkus Reviews, National Indie Excellence Awards and Publishers Weekly award-winning series by USA Today Best-selling Author, J. J. Cagney: The first victim rolls out of a rain barrel. Soon, Cici Gurule dreams of other women’s attacks, thanks to visions from her dead twin. The victims’ watery graves torment Cici, feeding her growing fear of water. The killer targets Cici’s congregants and friends, taunting her and her lover, Detective Sam Chastain. Sam partners with the SFPD to investigate the widening web of assault, death, and pain... all while Cici struggles with the choices she made in Chaco Canyon. When the killer lures a teen girl from her family, Cici and Sam’s desperation to identify him becomes critical. But the clues, from the disappearance of Sam’s ex-lover, to a cat with a chilling message for Cici, are leading them further from the truth, rather than toward saving the kidnapped girl. ★ WHY READERS CAN’T PUT DOWN THE REV. CICI GURULE’S MYSTERIES★ “The prose is...sublimely concise. An exhilarating entry in a thoroughly enjoyable series.” — Kirkus Reviews “Written in a clear, distinct style, Padgett (J. J. Cagney) uses the prose to elicit tension and emotion and creates a tense, fast-paced story. — The BookLife Prize “This winning mystery novel is a breeze to read and Cici’s laidback approach as a reverend means that readers certainly don’t have to be religious to find her relatable.”- IndieReader “Vivid, alluring, and heart-wrenching, Alexa Padgett’s A Pilgrimage to Death is every reason I love mystery. A breathtaking tale.” - Darynda Jones, New York Times Bestselling Author “A Pilgrimage to Death was an edge-of-my-seat thrill ride that kept me guessing all the way through. Alexa Padgett weaves an intricate and enthralling tale, with relationships that run deep, and mystery that does the same. This was an all-around fantastic story, and I’m excited to read the next books in the series.” - Allyson Lindt, USA Bestseller Hold on to your hat, this story is fast paced and really gets your blood moving. - Joanne Hampton, Goodreads Review “Oh my goodness. I absolutely loved this story. I couldn’t stop reading. Cici always manages to find trouble...” - Bec, Goodreads Review “This story is filled with what makes the dessert Southwest so beautiful and terrifying. Truly one of the best books in the series.” - Suzy Sims, Goodreads Review “I love the Character Cici. This Author really knows how to deliver a thrilling read.” - Nanajoesten, Bookbub Review “You’re not going to find this kind of absorbing, engaging, enticing suspense anywhere else, so grab this one today!” - BookAddict, Bookbub Review

He thought he was investigating money laundering, but the case is far more menacing. It’s murder… Detective Sam Chastain has been dreading his next case: he must investigate his father-in-law’s role in a federal money-laundering scheme. When a grisly murder reframes the case, he must find answers before he loses another witness. At the same time, new evidence sheds light on the decades-old drowning death of Cici’s uncle. She’s one of the few tenuous threads that connects the two murders. And a brand-new one. As Sam and Cici race to uncover the identity of the latest victim, they realize the killer never leaves loose ends… Like Cici. A Counsel for Death is the sixth book in the multi-award-winning Rev. Cici Gurule Mystery series. Buckle in for a thrill ride full of twists and page-turning action.