The Type-A Guide to Solving Murder
A Sunset Ridge Mystery | Book 1
April 9,2024
Perfect for fans of Southern small-town cozies with a witty, fast-paced edge — Sam Prescott sold a tech company, moved to the mountains of North Carolina, and somehow keeps stumbling into murder. She brings her signature Type-A intensity (and rescue dog Arlo) to every situation. Light, funny, and satisfying.
Sam turns murder into her most challenging project yet.
Samantha Prescott has a knack for getting things done. Whether it’s organizing a bake sale, hosting a book club, or volunteering at the local animal shelter, she always has a plan and a smile. But when she and her husband move to the sleepy neighborhood of Maple Hills, she wonders if she's in over her head.
Maple Hills is a chaotic mess of barking dogs, a draconian homeowners association, and an enigmatic neighbor who's more rumor than reality. Undeterred by disorder, Sam plunges headfirst into her new community, armed with checklists and a determined smile.
The chaos reaches a crescendo with the sudden demise of the HOA president at a seemingly idyllic neighborhood picnic. Armed with her keen organizational skills, Sam is determined to unravel the mystery behind the murder.
Will Sam solve the murder? Or will her meddling lead her down a perilous path, jeopardizing not only her reputation, but her life?
Series: Sunset Ridge Mysteries, Book 1
Genre: Cozy Mystery
Setting: Maple Hills subdivision, Sunset Ridge, North Carolina — small mountain town
Protagonist: Sam Prescott — Type-A tech entrepreneur turned HOA president, amateur sleuth
Tone: Light, witty, feel-good
Recurring cast: Arlo the rescue dog · Nora (opinionated neighbor) · Aiden Wood (ex-detective, love interest) · Rachel
Formats: Ebook · Paperback
ISBN: 978-1-955395-32-8 (print) · 978-1-955395-33-5 (ebook)
New to the series? Start with The Type-A Guide to Solving Murder (Book 1)
Praise
Publishers Weekly: “Myrtle's wacky personality is a delight.”
Mystery News: “Wonderful cozy mystery: solidly written, well-plotted and funny.”
ForeWord: “The treat here is Myrtle's eccentricity, brought to life with rich humor and executed …with breezy skill.”
“I hope I'm half as lively as she is when I reach my 80's..” Amazon Reviewer
“Sassy and funny as ever” Amazon Reviewer
“Myrtle is a feisty lady and I enjoy her wit and ability to figure out who done it.” Amazon Reviewer
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