THE PRIME SUSPECT (A SAM MACKADE PI MYSTERY)
"In essence, The Prime Suspect is a delightful blend of mystery fiction, intrigue, and well-crafted characters. Lauren Carr continues to shine as one of my favorite authors in this genre, delivering another captivating read that earns a well-deserved 5-star rating." - review by Gina Rae Mitchell
"The Prime Suspect by Lauren Carr is filled with hours of reading entertainment. This standalone novel features more than one mystery, danger, and suspense, along with dogs boasting giant personalities and a ninja cat... oh my... with plenty of villains, suspects, thieves, and murderers. Go ahead and pick up a copy of The Prime Suspect by Lauren Carr... and try to put it down. Go ahead. I dare ya. Can't be done. There is so much going on, so many clues to follow, so many deaths; my head is spinning and I never want it to end." - 5-star review by Sherry, fundinmental
Two murders with one common denominator. Both victims betrayed Bryce Greyson. How could she not be the prime suspect?
Four years after Bryce’s cheating husband is gunned down, her boyfriend-stealing former roommate’s remains are found buried under a statue at her alma mater. Declared the prime suspect by both detectives and the media, Bryce has no choice but to hire someone to clear her name.
Enter Sam MacKade, private eye.
To solve these two murders, the former police K-9 officer and his canine partners must sift through the clues and the lies to reveal the true prime suspect in this gripping addition to Lauren Carr's mysteries.
TWOFER MURDER
"The book is intense and compelling as readers follow the storylines of two different books. The humor, family interactions, and loving relationships in Lauren Carr's mysteries keep the reading experience both entertaining and fun. Carr continues to improve her humorous scenes and delivers snappy dialogue that resonates with close-knit friends and family. If you aren't reading this author, you're missing out on much more than an average mystery fiction writer." - review by Glenda Bixler, Book Readers Heaven
"I don't know where to start. Simply giving it 5 stars isn't enough for me. I have to admit that Lauren Carr is my favorite Cozy Author. Each of her standalone novels just gets better and better. This is certainly true for Twofer Murder, where she listened to her fans and brought together characters from three of her fabulous series." - review by Sherry Legan, My Reading Journey
"Lauren Carr has once again created a delightfully entertaining murder mystery, combining two different scenarios and keeping the reader on 'the edge of their seat'!" - review by Lu Ann Worley, Rockin' Book Reviews
"Mac and Archie's dialogue about the fishing trip had me cracking up from the opening pages, signaling that I was in for one hell of a good time. Lauren Carr has crafted a cast of complex characters with large personalities. Even the dogs have distinct, strong personalities. The sexes are splitting up—the guys are going fishing while the gals are spending the weekend at a murder mystery writers seminar. Neither trip goes as planned, leading to plenty of murder and mystery to go around. The dialogue is witty and hilarious." - review by Sherry Fundin, Fundinmental
What is Twofer Murder?
Twofer Murder is a treat for fans of best-selling author Lauren Carr's fast-paced mysteries! Lauren's latest novel features the main characters from her three successful series: Mac Faraday, Lovers in Crime, and Thorny Rose mysteries.
The guys head off for a fishing weekend, only to get embroiled in the murder of a journalist investigating fraud at a timber company.
Meanwhile, the ladies are in the presidential suite at a posh resort where Jessica Faraday is set to accept a lifetime achievement award for her late grandmother during a murder mystery writers conference. But before they can indulge in their facials, they find themselves caught up in their own real mystery when an up-and-coming author ends up dead!
Lauren Carr's Twofer Murder is a 2-for-1 experience, making it a must-read for any mystery fan!
KILLER DEADLINE (A NIKKI BRYANT COZY MYSTERY)
"Killer Deadline was another great read by this author, showcasing her talent for crafting engaging Lauren Carr mysteries. It was full of adventure, mystery, suspense, and romance, with a delightful mix of humor throughout. I found it refreshingly unpredictable, leaving me guessing until the end to discover 'who done it.' In my opinion, Elmo is the real star of the book; he kept cracking me up. The entire story was entertaining and a pure delight to read." - Review by Locks, Hooks, and Books
"As a huge fan of author Lauren Carr's books, I've often wondered why she has never featured a female lead character. That's all behind me now, as Carr just launched a brand new series with Nikki Bryant, a smart and intelligent world-class investigative journalist. YES! This book is a wonderful read to pick up at the end of a long day; it truly is a cozy murder mystery within the realm of mystery fiction. I promise, it'll draw you in right from page one and keep you turning the pages until you reach the very last page. I can't wait for the second book in this series!" - Marilyn R. Wilson, Olio by Marilyn
"I love this cozy mystery! It is full of suspense, action-packed, and fast-paced, with that small-town feeling. I have to admit, I fell in love with Elmo on the spot! I adored Nikki's spunk and determination. She keeps you on the edge of your seat the entire book!" - 5-Star Review at Splashes of Joy
Folks in Pine Grove, Pennsylvania, claim that where Nikki Bryant goes, trouble is not far behind. Her refusal to back down from a challenge has made Nikki Bryant a top investigative journalist.
When an online friend nudges her to join him in a pact to reconnect with their first loves, Nikki and her boxer dog Elmo leave the bright lights of Las Vegas for the charming town of Pine Grove. There, she must face the biggest challenges in her career and life—the first love she left behind and her father’s unsolved murder.
But before she has time to unpack her car, Nikki stumbles upon the dead body of local news anchor, Ashleigh Addison, her childhood rival. Could Ashleigh’s death be connected to an explosive news story that she had teased about airing live? Did that explosive story have anything to do with the murder of Nikki’s father?
With the clues in her father’s cold case heating up again, Nikki intends to chase down the story of her life until she catches his killer—no matter what it takes. This gripping tale stands out among standalone novels in the mystery fiction genre.
THE WRONG SIDE OF MURDER (A NIKKI BRYANT COZY MYSTERY)
"Nikki's an intense individual who makes the perfect investigative journalist. She wants answers yesterday and is willing to dig in to get them. She might get it wrong at the beginning, but with the help of her family and close friends, she'll find the answers she wants and needs." – review by Blooming with Books
"The Wrong Side of Murder is another wonderful cozy mystery from author Lauren Carr, known for her engaging Lauren Carr mysteries. This book has all the elements that draw me in - an intelligent female lead, an equally smart boyfriend who partners to help her, a complicated plot where clues are slowly revealed, people who aren't what they seem, comedic moments to balance the darker ones, and several quirky pets full of personality. It's a fantastic piece of mystery fiction to escape into at the end of the day. And get ready to read into the wee hours, as if you're like me, you won't be able to stop reading until the mystery is revealed." - review by Marilyn R. Wilson, Olio by Marilyn
Nikki Bryant’s Next Case Takes Her to the Wrong Side of Murder
One spring morning, Jodi Gibbons got up and went to school as she did every day. Her young life went sideways though when the police found that her mother had been brutally killed during the night.
Twenty years later, many in Pine Grove believe Jodi got away with murder. After all, how could she have possibly slept through her mother’s violent death in the very next room?
After decades of silence, Jodi accepts investigative journalist Nikki Bryant’s invitation to tell her side of the story. However, before the interview can take place, someone silences Jodi permanently.
Now it is up to Nikki Bryant and her friends to uncover the secret that Jodi Gibbons has been protecting—a secret someone believes it is worth killing to keep from being revealed in this gripping standalone novel.
SPRING THAW (A CHRIS MATHESON COLD CASE MYSTERY NOVELLA AND OTHER MYSTERY SHORT STORIES)
"As always, Lauren Carr weaves a wonderful twisting mystery that requires close attention, but throws in humor to make it lighter, reminding us that we've got a life to live. Seeing ourselves in a lighter framework often helps us, even when the topic is...murder..." – review by Glenda Bixler, GABixler Reviews
"She is an amazing author that draws you into her Lauren Carr mysteries, makes you fall in love with the characters (they feel like family!), and keeps you guessing right to the very end." - reviewer by The Working Mommy Journal
In today’s hectic world, many whodunit fans don’t have time to dive into a whole novel for their mystery fix. Lauren Carr’s SPRING THAW AND OTHER MYSTERY SHORT STORIES is perfect for these fans, but that doesn’t mean those who have time can’t enjoy it as well.
The novella, SPRING THAW, features retired federal agent Chris Matheson from Lauren Carr’s newest bestselling cold case series. When his late father’s former friend is indicted for the seven-year-old murder of a church bishop, Chris renews old broken friendships to thaw out the cold case.
In KILLING BID, featuring Mac Faraday from Lauren Carr’s popular Mac Faraday Mysteries, an estate auction turns deadly after Gnarly's antics lead Mac to purchase a dress that isn't his color. (Previously published in Lauren Carr’s BEAUTY TO DIE FOR.)
BEAUTY TO DIE FOR showcases the Lovers in Crime, Joshua Thornton and Cameron Gates, racing against the Angel of Death to clear the name of a dying woman's son, who was framed for murdering Miss Pennsylvania. (Previously published in BEAUTY TO DIE FOR.)
COUNTDOWN FOR MURDER returns to the Lovers in Crime, where Cameron and Joshua must solve the murder of a young pregnant widow before it happens. (Previously published in BEAUTY TO DIE FOR.)
Mystery fiction fans will see that every dog has his day, especially if that dog is Gnarly. In LUCKY DOG, Gnarly helps Mac Faraday solve the murder of a wealthy society girl. (Previously published in BEAUTY TO DIE FOR.)
Dog-loving mystery fans will get a special treat with THE GNARLY REHABILITATION PROGRAM. In this Gnarly Mystery Short, Bert and Ernie learn the hard way that crime does not pay when they dognap Gnarly. (Previously published as a bonus feature with A WEDDING AND A KILLING.)
Gnarly, the rambunctious German shepherd, is also featured in Lauren Carr’s best-selling Christmas short, A GNARLY CHRISTMAS. It is Christmas day, and Gnarly has been up to his old tricks again, landing himself in the doghouse—or rather the boathouse—after stealing the Christmas feast! Moments after Archie and Mac leave Spencer Manor, Gnarly hears a call for help from Rocky, the Maltese down the street. Four assassins for hire have invaded the home of Rocky's elderly owners. While the home invaders wait for instructions from a mysterious caller, Gnarly must plot to stop them. Can Gnarly save Christmas with only the help of an 8-pound Maltese dressed in an elf suit? (Previously published as a single short story by the same name.)