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The Housewife Assassin
Series · 21
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The Housewife Assassin's Deadly Dossier

2014

Finally—Donna Stone, as you've never seen her before: through the eyes of those who affected her life the most. In this full-length prequel to The Housewife Assassin series, Acme Industries black-ops agent Jack Craig is tasked with investigating the mysterious death of his organization’s most prolific hit man, Carl Stone, only to fall in love with the dead man’s wife, Donna—a woman he must never contact, but who may hold the key to her husband's disappearance. When Acme approaches Donna to join their organization as an assassin, Jack’s undercover mission will change both their lives forever.
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Sexy Sleuths 2-Book Set

2016

Two best-selling authors. Two page-turning first-in-series books. And two hot heroines with murder on their minds. WANNA GET LUCKY? by Deborah Coonts Love. Laughter. Mischief. And murder... Vegas-style. And it's Lucky O'Toole's job to handle all of it. As the Chief Problem Solver for the Babylon, Lucky finds herself juggling the adult video award show, a spouse-swapper's convention, and her best friend, Teddie, Vegas' foremost female impersonator, who wants to take their relationship to the next level. A pretty average weekend in Vegas—until a young woman plunges from a tour helicopter, landing Lucky up to her neck in murder. THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN'S HANDBOOK (Book 1) by Josie Brown Murder. Suspense. Sex. And some handy household tips. Every desperate housewife wants an alias. Donna Stone has one, and it happens to be government-sanctions. But when terrorism hits close to home, espionage makes for strange bedfellows—and brings new meaning to the old adage, "Honey, I'm home..."
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The Housewife Assassin's Handbook

2011

Every desperate housewife wants an alias. Donna Stone has one…and it happens to be government-sanctioned. She earned it the hard way: her husband was killed the day she delivered her third child. To avenge his death, she leads a secret life – as an assassin. But espionage makes for strange bedfellows – and brings new meaning to that old adage, "Honey, I’m home…"
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The Housewife Assassin's Guide to Gracious Killing

2012

In Book 2 of THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN series,a nuclear arms summit hosted by a politically-connected American billionaire industrialist provides the perfect opportunity for a rogue operative to assassinate of the newly-elected Russian president on US soil. Acme operative Donna Stone's mission: seek and exterminate, before all hell—and World War III—break loose. But first things first: file for divorce! Read an excerpt at HousewifeAssassinsHandbook.com PRAISE FOR THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN SERIES: "This is a super sexy and fun read that you shouldn't miss! How do I love this book, let me count the ways: (1.) A kick ass woman that can literally kick ass as well as cook and clean. Donna gives a whole new meaning to "taking out the trash". (2.) The book is set around Los Angeles, mostly in a gated community suspiciously like Coto de Caza, full of housewives that could be 'real" and for the setting alone, a big giant WIN! (3.) Super sarcasm, snarky dialogue and making fun of all that is wrong in the OC, politics, as well as current world affairs." — Mary Jacobs, Book Hounds Reviews "If I was a housewife, I would want to be Donna. I'm not kidding guys, the girl can shoot, seduce, and kill, all while balancing the demands of carpool and managing the suburban mommies and their opinion of her and her kids. Her hostess skills are to die for, and many have fallen for her seduction routines. Enter Jack, who is a fantastic and well known agent, and sexy to boot. The chemistry between the two of them is enough to set water on fire. Add in a healthy dose of humor and ridiculousness, some mayhem, and some really cute kids, and you've got a book that won't be put down - so go pick it up now!" — Cat's Thoughts "The Housewife Assassin's Handbook by Josie Brown is a fun, sexy and intriguing mystery. Donna Stone is a great heroine - housewives can lead all sorts of double lives, but as an assassin? Who would have seen that one coming? Certainly not those in Donna's neighbourhood. This book totally reminded me of the movie Mr & Mrs. Smith. Not that it is a copy of the movie, but that it has all of the thrills and enjoyment of the movie. It's a fast-paced read, the gadgets are awesome, and I could just picture Donna fighting off Russian gangsters and skinheads all the while having a pie at home cooling on the windowsill. As a housewife myself, this book was a fantastic escape that had me dreaming "if only" the whole way through. The book doesn't take itself too seriously, which makes for the perfect combination of mystery and humour..." —Curled Up with a Good Book and a Cup of Tea "I thoroughly enjoyed Donna and Jack, their zeal for their missions and each other. James Bond doesn’t have anything on these two. Very entertaining." — Sandy M., The Good, The Bad, and The Unread "After reading this fantastic story, I immediately checked out Ms. Brown’s website to see what else she has written. I was so excited to see there is another The Housewife Assassin’s book!! I will be reading it next. I am in love with the main characters. And what an interesting twist at the end." — Guilty Pleasures Book Reviews
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The Housewife Assassin's Killer Christmas Tips

2012

Murder, suspense, sex—and some handy household tips. IN BOOK 3 OF THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN SERIES: - TIS THE SEASON: For murder, mayhem, and missing missiles! - HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN DONNA STONE'S MISSION: Stop a terrorist cell before it launches a heat-seeking missile at a plane landing in Los Angeles. - AND NAUGHTY SANTA IS EVERYWHERE: It's hard to convince your child that Santa is so good, when everywhere you turn he's being very, very bad! Read an excerpt at HousewifeAssassinsHandbook.com
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Guns and Roses

2012

Murder She Writes presents a one-of-a-kind romantic suspense anthology with ten all-new, never-before-published short stories and novellas that promise thrills, chills, romance, intrigue, passion, danger, murder...and love. Penned by New York Times and award winning authors, some stories in this exclusive collection will make you laugh out loud while others will force you to sleep with the lights on. "Dead Flowers" by Lori Armstrong PI Julie Collins trails cheating lovers, which leads to questions about her relationship with Tony Martinez. "Above Reproach" by Allison Brennan Sex crimes detective Selena Black puts her career and life at risk to prove that high-profile attorney Greg Keller is the brutal River City Rapist before he strikes again. "The Housewife Assassin's Bloody Valentine" by Josie Brown CIA contract assassin Donna Stone's idea of Valentine's Day? A couples massage with her mission's leader Jack Craig—not breaking out of a Mexican prison, then stopping a massacre by an international terrorist cell. "Bobbie Faye's Whacked Out, No Good, Really Sucky, Hot Mess of a Wedding" by Toni McGee Causey Bobbie Faye Sumrall, Cajun Contraband Days Queen, gun expert, and ultimate professional in being in the wrong place at the wrong time, absolutely positively does not want to go through with the wedding that Trevor's forcing her to agree to, but she soon finds out she has more important things to worry about—like surviving the plot to make her disappear when she's set up as a fall guy for the theft of a priceless religious icon. "Blood and Roses" by Sylvia Day When insurance investigator Anastasia Miller sets out to retrieve the rose-hued pink diamonds stolen in a recent heist, she finds herself working alongside former flame, deputy U.S. Marshal Jake Monroe-the man she loved enough to leave behind. "Nightfall" by Laura Griffin Alone on an icy road at nightfall, Holly Henriksen puts her trust in a charming stranger and soon discovers he is keeping a dangerous secret. "King of Hearts" a Rough Riders short story by Lorelei James Deputy Cam McKay deals with a murder/suicide case on Valentine's Day. "A Punishing Night" by Sophie Littlefield While investigating the stabbing death of a student at his own alma mater, Detective Joe Bashir confronts painful memories and makes an intriguing new acquaintance. "Pick Your Poison" A Bullet Catcher Novella by Roxanne St. Claire When Bullet Catcher Benjamin Youngblood sets out to track and trap an assassin, he's forced to trust a sexy flower farmer who could be as dangerous as her homegrown poison. "Rebel Rose" by Karin Tabke For Detective Cash Cantrell, hunting down a University serial killer is as routine as strapping on his gun each morning. Until he comes face to face with meddlesome coed, Rebel Yell Culpepper. He doesn't know if he should arrest her or kiss her, but one thing Cash knows for sure, Rebel is key to finding the murderer, and the killer knows it, too. ABOUT THE AUTHORS MurderSheWrites.com is a six-year-old blog of suspense and romance writers who collectively have more than 150 books published, nearly two years on the NYT best seller list, and are the recipients of several major awards, including the RITA, the Shamus, the Anthony, and the Daphne. These never-before-published stories and novellas were penned Lori Armstrong, Allison Brennan, Josie Brown, Toni McGee Causey, Sylvia Day, Laura Griffin, Lorelei James, Sophie Littlefield, Roxanne St. Claire, and Karin Tabke. Visit MurderSheWrites.com for more information about the authors.
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The Housewife Assassin's Relationship Survival Guide

2013

London. Paris. Guantanamo Bay. Donna Stone is looking for love—and terrorists—in all the wrong places. In this fourth full-length novel of The Housewife Assassin series, Donna Stone finds out that breaking up is hard to do. Then again, so is dating a terrorist, let alone eleven of them! Does this make Donna a serial dater, or a serial killer? Worse yet, an old flame gets in the way of Donna's chance for true love. But she doesn't cry...She gets even. (A small portion of this book appeared as a novella in "Guns and Roses: A Murder She Writes Anthology".)
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The Housewife Assassin's Vacation to Die For

2013

Alternate Cover Edition for B00EJQQW6C IN BOOK 5 OF THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN SERIES: A nude sunbathing serial killer, a Lord of the Flies 'tween takeover, poison-dart throwing pygmies...... Talk about a fantasy (nightmare?) island! An NSA scientist has disappeared with a deadly plague virus. Donna and Jack must find him before it is unleashed on Fantasy island, home of three very different resorts: Like Kamp KidStuff, where families frolic among dolphins, cartoon characters, and warring gangs of tweens who believe in the law of the jungle—including human sacrifices ; And Eden Key, a nude singles sanctuary where tiki-hut tree houses provide the perfect setting for rum-fueled romances and casual hook-ups—not to mention the occasional swinger slashing… Finally, there's the Hunt Club, which allows its members to track a very unique, soon-to-be extinct prey. And you call this a vacation?
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The Housewife Assassin's Recipes for Disaster

2013

Murder, suspense, sex—and some handy household tips. In Books 6 of The Housewife Assassin Series—Recipes for Disaster: Donna’s executive mission is crystal clear: stop the assassinations of both US political parties’ presidential candidates. When she discovers she has a long-term vendetta with one of the targets, can she put her animosity aside long enough to save the candidate’s life—and her relationship with Jack? Read an excerpt here: http://tinyurl.com/harfdexcerpt "Josie Brown writes with all the secrets, sex, money and scandal of an OK! Magazine cover…Truly entertaining reading." — Jackie Collins
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The Housewife Assassin's Hollywood Scream Play

2014

Murder, suspense, sex—and some handy household tips. IN BOOK 7 OF THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN SERIES: With foes in high places, what's a girl to do to put food on the table—let alone stay alive? If you're housewife assassin Donna Stone, you accept a Hollywood producer's offer to turn your life into a film. Lights, cameras and non-stop action await Donna and Jack as they use the movie's exotic location shoots to track down crucial intel needed to take down the Quorum. There will be plenty of close-ups and too many close calls. But nothing—including a lascivious leading lady, deadly stunt doubles, or being on Interpol's Most Wanted list—will stand in their way. OTHER FUNNY ROMANTIC MYSTERIES BY JOSIE BROWN: THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN'S HANDBOOK (Book 1) Every desperate housewife wants an alias. Donna Stone has one, and it happens to be government-sanctions. But espionage makes for strange bedfellows, and brings new meaning to the old adage, "Honey, I'm home..." THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN'S GUIDE TO GRACIOUS KILLING (Book 2) On Donna's to-do list: First, exterminate a rogue operative out to assassinate the newly elected Russian President. Next: file for divorce! THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN'S KILLER CHRISTMAS TIPS (Book 3) 'Tis the season for mistletoe...and murder! There will be no peace on Earth if Donna doesn't find a shipping container filled with heat-seeking missiles! THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN'S RELATIONSHIP SURVIVAL GUIDE (Book 4) London. Paris. Guantanamo Bay. Donna Stone is looking for love—and terrorists—in all the wrong places. In this fourth full-length novel of The Housewife Assassin series, Donna Stone finds out that breaking up is hard to do. Then again, so is dating a terrorist, let alone eleven of them! Does this make Donna a serial dater, or a serial killer? Worse yet, an old flame gets in the way of Donna's chance for true love. But she doesn't cry...She gets even. THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN'S VACATION TO DIE FOR (Book 5) An NSA scientist has disappeared with a deadly plague virus. Donna and Jack must find him before it is unleashed on Fantasy Island. But first they'll have to deal with a nude sunbathing serial killer, a Lord of the Flies 'tween takeover, and poison-dart throwing pygmies. Talk about a fantasy (nightmare?) island! THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN'S RECIPES FOR DISASTER (Book 6) Donna’s executive mission is crystal clear: stop the assassinations of both US political parties’ presidential candidates. When she discovers she has a long-term vendetta with one of the targets, can she put her animosity aside long enough to save the candidate’s life—and her relationship with Jack?
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The Housewife Assassin's Killer App

2014

In order to flush out an internationally renowned hacker who is wreaking havoc with top secret documents inside the United States’ Intelligence Community’s secured database, housewife assassin Donna Stone infiltrates three very successful high tech corporations: —A company providing smart phones and other wireless devices with an operating system that contains artificial intelligence designed to meet your every need—even if it kills you; —A tech conglomerate CEO who plans to broker the country’s intelligence secrets to the highest bidder, be it a terrorist or enemy state; —And an interactive game start-up with an avatar on the deadliest mission of all: kill Donna. Can she save the world from terror—and at the same time protect her children from the painful knowledge of the father who deserted them?
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The Housewife Assassin's Hostage Hosting Tips

2014

IN BOOK 9 OF THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN SERIES: It's up to Donna Stone to save a hotel filled with international dignitaries from the terrorists whose usual demands are million-dollar ransoms. But this time, the price is much higher, and much more personal, for the housewife assassin.
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The Housewife Assassin's Garden of Deadly Delights

2015

Murder. Suspense. Romance. And some handy gardening tips. IN BOOK 10 OF THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN Housewife assassin Donna Stone's green thumb–and for that matter, her trigger finger–is put to the test when she must stop the release of genetically enhanced corn containing a deadly brain-eating virus. If you like pulp thrillers filled with satire and dark comedy starring hardboiled women sleuths mixed up in international crime and mystery, you will love the Housewife Assassin romantic mystery series. Josie Brown's READER REVIEWS FOR THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN'S GARDEN OF DEADLY “AWESOME! Action-packed! This romantic comedies books series is by far my absolute favorite (and I read or have read 100s of series). It doesn't matter what book (or how far I am into that book) I`m reading, whenever Josie Brown releases a new book in this series, I instantly download and read it!" “I am really enjoying this series of domestic thriller books! You have mystery, romance, and comedy all wrapped up in one. The housewifely hints at the start of each chapter are hilarious! Love all of the characters I have come to know and love...or hate! Great reads.” “Josie Brown has done it again! Donna and Jack are up to their old tricks trying to stop a mutated corn crop while becoming closer than ever in the love department. When a near-fatal accident occurs, their relationship is solidified. I can hardly wait for the next installment!” “Donna and family come through again. I don't know how Ms. Brown continues to keep the series fresh, but she does not disappoint. The book has humorous, dialogue and outrageous situations. Jack's timing and awkwardness throughout the book are adorable. This thriller Kindle books series continues to be one of my favorites.” “I have been addicted to this series since racing through Book 1 in one sitting. Every one of the ten funny mysteries Kindle books in this series is brilliant. There are great tips at the start of every chapter, helpful household tips that turn into fun spy tips. The parent/child/school interactions are so true to life, funny one moment, heart-wrenching the next, always moving. I love watching the kids grow up and Jack and Donna grow closer.” “What a WONDERFUL book. Out of the 10 books (and the prequel) I do have a favorite and this is a close, close second. It was great story, with lots of humor, suspense, mystery, and humor, suspense, tear-jerking moments and don't forget humor. I love Donna because with all the drama, family and otherwise, she tries not to take things too seriously and sees the good behind all the bad. It was a wonderful, wonderful addition to the series and I cannot wait for the next one.” “Another delightful Donna and Jack story. I am a big fan of this series and I’m always waiting for the next romantic comedy book- so I got this and ripped right into it- the TBR pile tossed aside. And once again we are gifted with a humorous-fast paced-steamy-heartwrenching -romantic suspenseful over-the-top spy tale—oh and don't forget the gardening tips at the start of each chapter which can help you get rid of an insect—or maybe a pesky neighbor.” “OMG! This was by far my favorite in this domestic thrillers series. Poor Donna. Poor Jack. They've had ups and downs their entire relationship. This outcome has been anticipated for a while, I'm so happy it's finally here!” “The whole series of Housewife Assassin is so entertaining and I loved every book. Josie Brown has done an excellent job and although really a fantasy I believed every part owing to the characters. I love funny novels that have me laughing out loud and this series ticks all the boxes for me. Donna and Jack's chemistry was also great. Jack, in particular, is the epitome of a real-life hero and compliments Donna so well. Great book.”
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The Housewife Assassin's Tips for Weddings, Weapons, and Warfare

2015

IN BOOK 11 OF THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN SERIES: It's time for Donna Stone and Jack Craig to tie the knot–hopefully not around each other's necks as they juggle the planning of their wedding with tracking a terrorist in the White House. It won't be easy exchanging rings while at the same time exchanging gunfire as they stop the Quorum's quest for world domination. But if anyone can, it's the housewife assassin and the spy who loves her.
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The Housewife Assassin's Husband Hunting Hints

2015

IN BOOK 12 OF THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN There is only one way for housewife assassin Donna Stone to save her husband and mission leader, Jack Craig, from torture and become a traitor and act as a double agent for the terrorist organization known as the Quorum. Her shocking decision comes with consequences that will forever change the lives of those nearest and dearest to her.
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The Housewife Assassin's Ghost Protocol

2016

Murder. Suspense. Romance. And some handy ghost hunting tips. IN BOOK 13 OF THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN Donna Stone's investigate the resurrection of known terrorists who were thought to be dead and buried. But when vital intelligence leads them to a group of domestic-based terrorists who are planning major attacks throughout the United States, a political enemy of the president of the United States provides evidence that Acme is involved. President Chiffray has no other option than to initiate ghost protocol, dissolving the black ops organization. To save their lives and their country, Donna and Jack must go under deep cover to seek out the true spooks betraying America. If you like pulp thrillers filled with satire and dark comedy starring hardboiled women sleuths mixed up in international crime and mystery, you will love the Housewife Assassin romantic mystery series. Josie's AMAZON READERS LOVE THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN'S GHOST "Josie Brown has also written many romantic comedies books on the perils and overall craziness of parenting. The entire Housewife Assasin novels are not just marvelously entertaining, but very well written and thoroughly researched. Join Donna for the ride as she balances family needs, Acme missions, and her love life - none of which go smoothly! very mom will relate on some level!" "So many intriguing situations in this domestic thriller book! How does a ghost get in to visit Trisha? Who leaks secret documents? Who can the POTUS trust? One thing for sure, Jack and Donna are a team to be feared by Quarum members and terrorists alike. I'm glad they are on 'our' side! Once again, Josie Brown has written a fast-paced book filled with good characters, evil villains, family issues, and a lot of love. My only complaint is the book was over too quickly!" "It had a few plot twists that I did not see coming. I was able to read it in a day or two which says a lot because it is hard to hold my interest. I look forward to the next domestic thrillers book in the series." "Josie Brown is a favorite storyteller. Her books are about family life, and assasains. Put the two together and you have an amazing tale to tell. Not your usual mystery or superhero books, but so much fun to read. Read the entire series and hope for more to come." "What I wouldn't give to have the skills and bravado of Donna. She is the ultimate superwoman! Wife, mother, guardian, and super-assassin. She literally saves the world once again. And with the help of her hunky new husband and the cast of Acme they thwart the evil Quorum and take down the bad guys! Great book. Josie Brown and Housewife Assassin never fail to entertain! Can't wait for Jack and Donna's next thrillers Kindle books adventure!" "I love Josie Brown. As far as I'm concerned, all her books are 5-star." "I need an intervention. I'm completely addicted to this romantic comedy book series. Each book is funny and makes you just want Donna to kick someone's butts. Can't wait for the next!" "I can't get enough of this romantic mystery comedy series! The fun continues with Donna and Jack saving the world. The storyline continues to be interesting and fun with lots of twists and turns and I can't wait for the next installment!"
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The Housewife Assassin's Terrorist TV Guide

2016

Murder. Suspense. Romance. And a handy TV guide.IN BOOK 14 OF THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN Donna Stone must be more than just ready for her close-up if she’s to infiltrate a television reality show in order to stop the broadcast of a live terrorist attack.If you like pulp thrillers filled with satire and dark comedy starring hardboiled women sleuths mixed up in international crime and mystery, you will love the Housewife Assassin romantic mystery series. Josie's AMAZON READERS LOVE THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN'S TERRORIST TV "This book is damn hysterical. Josie Brown really nailed all the reality show the attention whore, the suspected whore, the sad fat housewife, the younger trophy wife, and the adulteress. Poor Donna has to compete in ridiculous contests with this group, have her entire life with Jack and the kids filmed, AND inconspicuously protect the U.S. from a terrorist attack. I laughed so many times while reading this book.""This was a real eye-opener about the behind the scenes activities and comments-often by the producer, who was a horrible person! The action was non-stop, the assignments mostly on Donna's end, and very little POTUS intervention in this book. I was surprised at the many casualties of the contestants, including one death that Donna covers up in true Acme style. This is an exciting domestic thrillers book and with all the reality shows on TV today, one that will keep your interest and make you wonder if it is fact or fiction!""A new book by Josie is like finding a refreshing oasis after wandering the desert. Ms. Brown's imagination takes us to a "reality show" setting. Ms. Brown has the ability to take her readers anywhere and everywhere. You're not an assassin? You will be able to step in Donna's shoes, and, for awhile anyway, let your inner secret agent have an experience you won't forget!""Josie Brown does not disappoint! Sex, love, betrayal, intrigue, and plastic surgery? Josie keeps you on the edge of your seat until the end. At the same time, there's Josie's own brand of humor and attention to detail keep you wanting more of her funny novels! Try putting it down...I dare you!""One of the best Housewife Assassination books. I have all of the HA books and I couldn't put this one down. Kudo's to Josie Brown for yet another great book in this series of funny mysteries Kindle books.""Always entertaining. I just can't put them down. I have to stop myself from laughing out loud. looking forward to the next installment.""Read it through in one sitting! Another Delicious Donna episode! can't wait to read her next romantic comedy book! I frequently find myself doing a loud and uncontrollable LOL with this series! I look forward to each and everyone, since the very first. Keep them coming!""I love this thrillers Kindle books series. It's fun and suspenseful. A strong female character is no.1 on my list. Read it! Josie never disappoints!""WOW! Josie, you outdid yourself on this one! The real housewives loved it! Can't wait for the next domestic thriller! Really could not put it down the suspense was killing me.""Five stars! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE the Housewife Assassin romantic comedies books. Always waiting for the next book."
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The Housewife Assassin's Greatest Hits

2017

As housewife assassin Donna Stone Craig's life hangs in the balance, a deadly bet with the Grim Reaper brings forth a cavalcade of ghosts from her past: those whom she loved and lost, and those whose lives she took. Their sometimes chilling but always insightful points-of-view on Donna's life leave her with a few regrets, and at the same time grant her the redemption she needs to keep living. But first she must beat the Reaper at his own game. Murder. Suspense. Sex. And some handy household tips.
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The Housewife Assassin's Fourth Estate Sale

2006

Donna and Jack must infiltrate a major media conglomerate's newspaper, television, and radio divisions in order to stop a foreign state's covert attempt to initiate a global war. Perfect for readers who love those sexy funny women sleuths from Janet Evanovich, Leighann Dobbs, Stephanie Bond, Chelsea Field, Jana Deleon, Denise Grover Swank, Kimberli A. Bindschatel, and Liliana Hart. From the opening caper to each book’s intricate heist, you’ll enjoy the Housewife Assassin’s Handbook Mystery Series.
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The Housewife Assassin's Horrorscope

2018

Donna Stone Craig, her mission leader Jack, and their covert ops team must decipher horoscope tips that contain clues to the names of twelve US-born traitors whose individual acts are the catalyst to treason at highest level.
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The Housewife Assassin's Killer 2-Book Set

2012

OWN THEM TOGETHER! Book 1: The Housewife Assassin's Handbook / Book 2: The Housewife Assassin's Guide to Gracious Killing Murder, suspense, sex—and some handy household tips. IN BOOK 1: THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN'S HANDBOOK: \- EVERY DESPERATE HOUSEWIFE WANTS AN ALIAS: Donna Stone has one...and it happens to be government-sanctioned. \- BUT DONNA EARNED IT THE HARD WAY: Her husband was killed the day she delivered their third child. \- TO AVENGE HER HUSBAND'S MURDER: Donna leads a secret life: as an assassin. \- BUT ESPIONAGE MAKES FOR STRANGE BEDFELLOWS: And brings new meaning to that old adage, "Honey, I'm home..." IN BOOK 2, THE HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN'S GUIDE TO GRACIOUS KILLING \- HOUSEWIFE ASSASSIN DONNA STONE'S MISSION: Stop a rogue operative before he assassinates the newly-elected Russian president—on US soil! \- DONNA WANTS A DIVORCE: But first she's got to serve a summons to a deadbeat dad... who's also a terrorist! \- AS FOR DONNA'S LOVE LIFE: Turns out the spy who loves her has a bombshell secret of his own...

Authors

Josie Brown
Josie Brown
Author · 33 books

Josie Brown's thirty-nine novels are now in the hands of over two million readers. She has been published by St. Martin's Press, Simon & Schuster, HarperCollins Publishers, Penguin Books. Read Josie’s books. You’ll get a good idea of her sense of humor. https://www.JosieBrown.com You'll also find Josie on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/JosieBrownCA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/josiebrownau... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josiebrownn... Visit her podcast, where she discusses writing with other authors: https://authorprovocateur.podbean.com/ http://bit.ly/AuthorProvocateurApple Josie is the author of these novels: The Housewife Assassin Novel Series, including

  • Handbook (Book 1)
  • Guide to Gracious Killing (Book 2)
  • Killer Christmas Tips (Book 3)
  • Relationship Survival Guide (Book 4)
  • Vacation to Die For (Book 5)
  • Recipes for Disaster (Book 6)
  • Hollywood Scream Play (Book 7) [2014, Signal Press]
  • Killer App (Book 8) [August 2014, Signal Press]
  • Hostage Hosting Tips (Book 9)
  • Garden of Deadly Delights (Book 10)
  • Tips for Weddings, Weapons, and Warfare Hosting Tips (Book 11)
  • Husband Hunting Hints (Book 12)
  • Ghost Protocol (Book 13)
  • Terrorist TV Guide (Book 14)
  • Deadly Dossier (Book 15 - SERIES PREQUEL)
  • Greatest Hits (Book 16 )
  • Fourth Estate Sale (Book 17 )
  • Horrorscope (Book 18 )
  • White House Keeping Seal of Approval (Book 19)
  • Assassination Vacation Tips (Book 20)
  • Antisocial Media Tips (Book 21)
  • Manners, Missiles & Mayhem (Book 22)
  • Gambit (Book 23) The Candidate (Steamy Political Thriller) Extracurricular - 3 episodic Novels (2020; Signal Press) Totlandia - 8 episodic Novels (2014-2017; Signal Press) The Baby Planner [2011, Simon & Schuster] The Housewife Assassin Gets Lucky (written with Deborah Coonts) Secret Lives of Husbands and Wives [2010, Simon & Schuster 2014 Signal Press]] Hollywood Hunk (Book 1 - True Hollywood Lies) [2005, HarperCollins; 2010 Signal Press] Her novel, Secret Lives of Husbands and Wives (Simon & Schuster), is being produced by Jerry Bruckheimer as a dramatic series for NBC-TV. She is also the author of three non-fiction books: The Complete Idiot's Guide to Finding Mr. Right [Penguin/Alpha]; Marriage Confidential: 102 Honest Answers to the Questions Every Husband Wants to Ask, and Every Wife Needs to Know [Signal Press]; and Last Night I Dreamt of Cosmopolitans: A Modern Girl's Dream Dictionary [St. Martin's Press] Before becoming a full-time novelist, Josie also worked in advertising (JWT, DDB/Needham, BBM&B) and radio (WPLO-AM, Atlanta; WZGC-FM, Atlanta). As a journalist, Josie has interviewed Maya Angelou, Brenda Blethyn, Julian Bond, Kenneth Branagh, Jackie Collins, Costa-Gavras, Craig Ferguson, John Gray, Derek Jacobi, Debbie Reynolds, and John Woo. Her celebrity interviews and relationships trends articles have been featured in Los Angeles Times Syndicate International, Redbook, and Complete Woman, as well as AOL, Yahoo, AskMen.com, Divorce360.com, and SingleMindedWomen.com, where she serves as the Relationships Channel editor. Josie's interviews for her podcast, Author Provocateur, and for the International Thriller Writers magazine THE BIG THRILL include such notable authors as David Baldacci, Samantha M. Bailey, C.J. Box, Allison Brennan, Lee Child, Deborah Coonts, Robert Dugoni, Barry Eisler, JT Ellison, Liz Fenton and Lisa Steinke, Tess Gerritsen, Andrew Gross, Kristan Higgins, Jon Land, John Lescroart, John Lutz, James Rollins, Hank Phillippi Ryan, Brad Thor, and Debra Webb. Although born and raised (a Southern expression) in and around Atlanta, Georgia, Josie is proudly one-hundred percent Puerto Rican: her father was born in Ponce and her mother was from Humacao. Does that make Josie a Georgiarican? She thinks so, and proudly claims that title. She now lives in San Francisco with her husband and two children.
Deborah Coonts
Deborah Coonts
Author · 23 books

Get a free bundle of novellas ripped from the headlines of Lucky O'Toole's world: http://deborahcoonts.com/lucky-offer/ Deborah Coonts swears she was switched at birth. Coming from a family of homebodies, Deborah is the odd woman out, happiest with a passport, a high-limit credit card, her computer, and changing scenery outside her window. Goaded by an insatiable curiosity, she flies airplanes, rides motorcycles, travels the world, and pretends to be more of a badass than she probably is. Deborah is the author of the Lucky O’Toole Vegas Adventure series, a romantic mystery romp through Sin City. Wanna Get Lucky?, the first in the series, was a New York Times Notable Crime Novel and a double RITA™ Award Finalist. She has also penned the Kate Sawyer Medical Thriller series, the Brinda Rose Humorous Mystery series, as well as a couple of standalones. Although often on an adventure, you can always track her down at www.deborahcoonts.com.

Lori G. Armstrong
Lori G. Armstrong
Author · 12 books

Lori Armstrong is the two-time winner of the Shamus Award given by the Private Eye Writers of America and a New York Times bestselling author of contemporary western erotic romance, written as Lorelei James. Her books have won the Willa Cather Literary Award and have been nominated for the High Plains Book Award and the Daphne du Maurier Award. She lives in western South Dakota - See more at: http://authors.simonandschuster.com/L... Series * PI Julie Collins * Mercy Gunderson Mystery

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