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Crystal Cove #1-6
Crystal Cove Paranormal Cozy Mysteries: Books 1-6
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A MURDER MOST MYSTIFYING...
When Opal returns to the mystical shores of Crystal Cove, she doesn't expect her welcome home to include stumbling upon a chilling mystery — a dead body floating in the serene waters of her quaint hometown. This grim discovery, however, feels like a bizarre sign, urging her to embrace her newly-honed magical talents to aid in the town's dilemmas alongside her skeptical grandfather, the town's police chief.
Despite her grandfather's reservations about magic and his overprotective instincts to keep her out of harm's way, Opal senses that her abilities might just be the key to unlocking the secrets surrounding the murder. Complicating matters is the enigmatic assistant chief, Lucas Keller, whose undeniable allure is matched only by his mysterious reluctance to share crucial evidence.
Undaunted, Opal is determined to showcase her worth and crack the case wide open, especially as the police's efforts seem to wane. With time running out and a killer potentially on the loose, she's ready to prove that her magic is more than just parlor tricks.
In Crystal Cove, where magic intertwines with the mundane and secrets float just beneath the surface, Opal will discover that her powers, heart, and friendships are the keys to unlocking a mystery that's as enchanting as it is deadly. Murder and Moonstones is the first book in the Crystal Cove Cozy Mystery series. If you enjoy lighthearted, paranormal mysteries with a fun romance, then you’ll love Cindy Stark’s mystical adventures!
Grab your copy today!
Does not contain gore or adult-situations.
A MURDER MOST MYSTIFYING...
When Opal returns to the mystical shores of Crystal Cove, she doesn't expect her welcome home to include stumbling upon a chilling mystery — a dead body floating in the serene waters of her quaint hometown. This grim discovery, however, feels like a bizarre sign, urging her to embrace her newly-honed magical talents to aid in the town's dilemmas alongside her skeptical grandfather, the town's police chief.
Despite her grandfather's reservations about magic and his overprotective instincts to keep her out of harm's way, Opal senses that her abilities might just be the key to unlocking the secrets surrounding the murder. Complicating matters is the enigmatic assistant chief, Lucas Keller, whose undeniable allure is matched only by his mysterious reluctance to share crucial evidence.
Undaunted, Opal is determined to showcase her worth and crack the case wide open, especially as the police's efforts seem to wane. With time running out and a killer potentially on the loose, she's ready to prove that her magic is more than just parlor tricks.
In Crystal Cove, where magic intertwines with the mundane and secrets float just beneath the surface, Opal will discover that her powers, heart, and friendships are the keys to unlocking a mystery that's as enchanting as it is deadly. Murder and Moonstones is the first book in the Crystal Cove Cozy Mystery series. If you enjoy lighthearted, paranormal mysteries with a fun romance, then you’ll love Cindy Stark’s mystical adventures!
Grab your copy today!
Does not contain gore or adult-situations.
1089 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 14, 2024
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Cindy Stark
99 books243 followersCindy Stark lives with her family and a sweet Border Collie in a small town shadowed by the Rocky Mountains. She writes romantic suspense and contemporary romances, and she loves to hear from readers.
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Connect with her online at:
http://www.CindyStark.com
http://facebook.com/CindyStark19
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If you enjoyed reading her books, she would appreciate it if you would help others enjoy her books, too.
Lend it: Her e-books are lending-enabled, so please share them with a friend.
Recommend it: Please help other readers find her books by recommending them to friends, readers’ groups, and discussion boards.
Review it: Please tell others you liked her books by reviewing it at Amazon or Goodreads. If you do write a review, please send her an email at CindyStark19@gmail.com so she can thank you with a personal email, or drop her a line at http://www.CindyStark.com.
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June 11, 2024
Huh, I liked Daisy and Gideon's story more
Well, I guess that'll teach me. I read the other series first and loved Opal in that one. Lucas was fine. This one? Each had their moments, both good and bad. Didn't realize just how much Lucas hated his demon side, and resented his uncle. Opal was interesting but not that same girl. Here she is newly returned to Crystal Cove after six years of school in AZ, wanting to see her grandpa and maybe use her magic to help the police solve their cases. Meeting Lucas and learning that things have changed more than she expected was something she needed to work through. And although the police did not want her help, she and her best friend where going to help solve the murders plaguing her hometown.
Some paranormal cases, some regular bad people, and some misguided, but at the end, Opal does manage to help solve the cases.
Well, I guess that'll teach me. I read the other series first and loved Opal in that one. Lucas was fine. This one? Each had their moments, both good and bad. Didn't realize just how much Lucas hated his demon side, and resented his uncle. Opal was interesting but not that same girl. Here she is newly returned to Crystal Cove after six years of school in AZ, wanting to see her grandpa and maybe use her magic to help the police solve their cases. Meeting Lucas and learning that things have changed more than she expected was something she needed to work through. And although the police did not want her help, she and her best friend where going to help solve the murders plaguing her hometown.
Some paranormal cases, some regular bad people, and some misguided, but at the end, Opal does manage to help solve the cases.
September 30, 2024
Delightful read.
The story of Opal is a delightful read. I was guessing what would happen next. I felt that the characters were well written and the witchcraft was not to far out there in the supernatural vein. It was entertaining and informative but realistic to the modern solitary witch practitioner. Hope there will be more story to come for Opal, Lucas and Bandit.
The story of Opal is a delightful read. I was guessing what would happen next. I felt that the characters were well written and the witchcraft was not to far out there in the supernatural vein. It was entertaining and informative but realistic to the modern solitary witch practitioner. Hope there will be more story to come for Opal, Lucas and Bandit.
November 15, 2024
Brilliant Series
Crystal Cove Paranormal Cozy Mysteries Books 1-6 by Cindy Stark. Opal returns to Crystal Cove after 6 years at witch school. Her grandfather, the Police Chief, is acting strange and his deputy Lucas sets her heart racing but there’s something dark about him. Before she can get to her home she finds a dead body.
Crystal Cove Paranormal Cozy Mysteries Books 1-6 by Cindy Stark. Opal returns to Crystal Cove after 6 years at witch school. Her grandfather, the Police Chief, is acting strange and his deputy Lucas sets her heart racing but there’s something dark about him. Before she can get to her home she finds a dead body.
May 29, 2025
A Great Story
This is a solid story! The characters are amazing. I truly enjoyed reading this series. I hated when it ended. I don’t believe you would be disappointed . The heroes of this story is a blurry line because so many step up, you still know who’s at the top. I look forward to reading more of your books.
This is a solid story! The characters are amazing. I truly enjoyed reading this series. I hated when it ended. I don’t believe you would be disappointed . The heroes of this story is a blurry line because so many step up, you still know who’s at the top. I look forward to reading more of your books.
October 25, 2024
CRYSTAL COVE MYSTERIES REVIEW
Loved the 6 book series! So creative and fun. Sad to see them go. I hope you will bring them back for further adventures, more family (Lucas and Opal Wedding, children, etc.) It doesn't feel they are done yet! Here's hoping! 🥰
Loved the 6 book series! So creative and fun. Sad to see them go. I hope you will bring them back for further adventures, more family (Lucas and Opal Wedding, children, etc.) It doesn't feel they are done yet! Here's hoping! 🥰
June 17, 2024
Great series
I thoroughly enjoyed reading these books, they have everything you could want in a book, great storyline, fantastic characters, magic, mystery, demons and animals
I thoroughly enjoyed reading these books, they have everything you could want in a book, great storyline, fantastic characters, magic, mystery, demons and animals
June 24, 2024
The set of books were very good. Never knew the the outcome of the mystery. Will read more of her books
September 15, 2024
wonderful
These books are a joy to read and hard to put down they hold your attention and make you wish that there were more in the series.
These books are a joy to read and hard to put down they hold your attention and make you wish that there were more in the series.
April 21, 2025
Fun series
The plots are amazing and will cause suspense and slight anxiety as they unfold. The characters are engaging and realistic.
The plots are amazing and will cause suspense and slight anxiety as they unfold. The characters are engaging and realistic.
June 25, 2025
engaging series
I really enjoyed this series lots of mystery and suspense a good looking hero and sweet heroine makes this an easy read
I really enjoyed this series lots of mystery and suspense a good looking hero and sweet heroine makes this an easy read
August 15, 2025
great reads
I read all 6 books in this series and truly enjoyed them. Lucas aside from being a demon sounds enticing
I read all 6 books in this series and truly enjoyed them. Lucas aside from being a demon sounds enticing
September 21, 2025
paranormal cosy mysteries
A light and easy read of a series of mystery stories. A lot of teenage angst amount the adults and a lot of dangling and loose threads but entertaining
A light and easy read of a series of mystery stories. A lot of teenage angst amount the adults and a lot of dangling and loose threads but entertaining
September 24, 2025
Great Story
Really enjoyed these stories. Hope to read more of Cindy Starks books. I will be on the lookout for more!!
Really enjoyed these stories. Hope to read more of Cindy Starks books. I will be on the lookout for more!!
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