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Bowled Over Americano

A Sara And Sean Cozy Mystery

by Carolyn Arnold

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Bowled Over Americano (Sara and Sean Cozy Mystery Series)
Cozy Mystery
1st in Series
Setting – New York
Hibbert & Stiles Publishing Inc. (April 11, 2023)
Print length ‏ : ‎ 263 pages
Digital ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BKQC62FH

Sara Cain isn’t your typical thirty-two-year-old woman. Murder detective by day, writer and… sleuth by night? Just as long as there’s enough coffee to keep her going…

 

When her first novel gives her trouble, Sara goes for a walk to clear her writer’s block and ends up stumbling right into a real-life murder mystery. Magnum, an adventurous beagle, comes running off leash toward her in the local park, and she returns him home only to find his master dead on the entry floor.

 

Cliff Cunningham was a championship bowler with a mean streak and a temper, and police are pegging his Golden Pin bowling trophy as the murder weapon. While any number of people could have clocked a strike by knocking him on the noggin, the prime suspect is a friend of Sara’s mother—and she expects Sara to prove the woman’s innocence. A tall order, as the case isn’t officially hers and belongs to a rival detective.

 

But a promise is a promise, and Sara soon finds herself sleuthing undercover—and off the clock—in a world of polyester shirts and rental shoes. It’s not all bad, though, as she’s taking her friend and partner Sean McKinley along for the ride. They are better together than they’ve ever been split, and they’re not amateurs at finding killers.

Despite being up against small-town hijinks and colorful characters who threaten to roll their efforts into the gutter, they are having fun. That is, until they get close to the killer and a dangerous twist puts their lives at risk.

 

A completely addictive caper full of twists that offers up a serving of murder, a dollop of romance, and a dash of humor. This perfect blend of robust and sweet is bound to hit the spot with readers who are fans of Verity Bright, Tonya Kappes, and Agatha Frost.

Enjoy this peek inside:

From Chapter 4

 

“Detective Cain.” Sergeant Jimmy Voigt stopped beside Sara and gave the dog a cursory glance, but his face softened, giving away the fact that he loved dogs. Sean imagined their sarge wanted nothing more than to throw a huge fuss, but the man had to appear in charge, reel in his detective, and set her right. The station wasn’t the place for a dog and all that.

“There’s nowhere else for him to go,” Sara said, rushing to defend the dog’s presence.

“He’s from the case last night? Cunningham? That right?”

“Yes, he is, sir.”

Jimmy placed his hands on his hips. “Why isn’t he with next of kin?”

“Cunningham has one sister, but she doesn’t want to take him in. And I’m not about to drop him off at some shelter.” Sara tugged gently on the leash, pulling Magnum closer. A protective move. Sean would guess his partner had fallen for the dog already.

“Well, he can’t stay here.” Jimmy’s words struck far more forceful than his demeanor. He kept looking at the dog in a clear battle of wills—his reputation as a tough cop versus dog lover.

Sean smiled.

“What are you grinning about?” Jimmy snarled, the wrinkles on his forehead becoming deep burrows.

Sean waved a hand. “Nothing, sir.”

“Uh-huh. Just get to work, the two of you. But the dog”—he pointed at Magnum—“he needs to go.” Jimmy left, headed toward his office.

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About Carolyn Arnold

CAROLYN ARNOLD is an internationally bestselling and award-winning author, as well as a speaker, teacher, and inspirational mentor. She has several continuing fiction series and has many published books. Her genre diversity offers readers police procedurals, hard-boiled and cozy mysteries, thrillers, and action adventures. Her crime fiction series have been praised by those in law enforcement as being accurate and entertaining. This led to her adopting the trademark: POLICE PROCEDURALS RESPECTED BY LAW ENFORCEMENT™.

Carolyn was born in a small town and enjoys spending time outdoors, but she also loves the lights of a big city. Grounded by her roots and lifted by her dreams, her overactive imagination insists that she tell her stories. Her intention is to touch the hearts of millions with her books, to entertain, inspire, and empower.

She currently lives near London, Ontario, Canada with her husband and two beagles.

Author Links: Website / Blog / Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / Goodreads

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