The Harbor of Lies

Paradise Valley Mystery #6

by Debra Burroughs

From NY Times bestselling author Debra Burroughs comes Book 6 in the wildly popular Paradise Valley Mystery series.

The captivating romance between sassy private-eye Emily Parker and sexy police detective Colin Andrews has been filled with mystery, danger, and intrigue. He’s finally convinced her to marry him—if only they can make it to the altar unscathed. Days before the wedding, when Emily discovers a dead body outside her hotel room door, she and Colin, along with their wedding party, are drawn into another murder mystery, once more putting their love and commitment to the test. Can they solve the murder and make it to the altar before someone else winds up dead?

Genres: Mystery, Fiction, Ebooks, Collections, Romance, Mystery Thriller, Suspense

322 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 16, 2014

About the author

Debra Burroughs writes with intensity and power. Her characters are rich and the stories are full of compelling suspense and real romance. She can be found, most days, sitting in front of her computer in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, dreaming up and writing about strong women, their relationships with men (good and bad), involved in exciting, mysterious, and romantic situations.

Reviews

[Melody Cox]

I am taken aback at all the high ratings given to this book. For me it was disappointing. There is no way the author should have brought the secretive and scheming Evan back into this story. I'm sure he didn't drown just pulling another disappearing act.

I am glad she married Colin and that they deeply love one another but for me the return of Evan spoiled it for me.

Three stars is all I could give and I thought it was a poor way to end this great series.

[Iris Chacon]

Romance, suspense, and fun

This cozy mystery is full of likable characters, lush imagery, and unexpected twists. It is an easy read that is hard to put down. I hope to read other books in this series.

[Selena]

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[Diana Crook]

This book isn't a "hang onto your seat",

bite your nails mystery. The romance is a few kisses, then, fade to the next scene. It held my attention throughout, but I must admit I'm not much of a detective. With this book, you don't have a clue, until close to the end, when more information is revealed. It was a mystery until then. Afterward, it was self explanatory.Yes, it's worth the read. It was enjoyable.

[Laurie]

Good story

I enjoyed reading this but got very distracted by the "Maine" terminology. A lot less of that would have made it better.
Emily and Colin go to Maine to get married. Of course they find a dead body and have three days to solve it. Chaos ensues , all kinds of thing go on, but they manage to solve the case in the nick of time, before their wedding.

[Darrell Nuner]

Well written book.

The characters, plot, and storyline are all very good.
A couple go to Maine to get married. He is a cop and she likes to solve mysteries. Things start to happen that needs both of their abilities.
A fast paced book that holds your interest from first to last page.

[Kimberly Cline]

I’ve enjoyed reading this series and find the books easy to read and they hold my interest. The only problem is the name of Ernie’s wife- it’s been different in each of the last 3 books. The only thing that’s the same is all the names start with “M.” I know the wife isn’t a main character, but it does seem that the author should keep her name the same.

[Charlotte]

With the wedding of Emily and Colin drawing closer what more can go wrong? A change of location entirely with her sister taking the lead in planning it they've had the three bad things happen already right?
A fast plot with all the gang and a number of new friends this book has a lot packed into it I couldn't stop reading.

[Beverly Appel]

Lots of lies in this book, pun intended

So many twists and turns in this book. The finale section has even more. Loved the descriptions of the setting in Maine. Looking forward to seeing that this fall on our planned trip. This book has mystery after mystery. The storyline kept me involved and I really enjoyed the story. Good read! Now to buy some other books in series.

[Susan L Tunis]

Excellent read

Story had a few ups and downs with the dead husband appearing in the storyline. Had some suspense to keep you reading to find out what happened and clear up another mystery.

[Selina]

Didn't like this as much as the others. The suspense wasn't there until the very end and the surprise twist added nothing really to the story. I thought this would end the story but I guess I need to read book 7 to find out what happens next.

[Carol Simmons]

A great story

This author writes so well that the reader is unable to put book down. Meeting Emily and Colin and their friends again from Paradise Valley. Both are excellent crime solvers. This story has a happy ending will continue to follow this author

[Sharon Rudolph]

Great book!!

I think this was the best book in the series!! What a surprise this book had, I didn't see that coming!! I am excited to read the next book and see if we get more answers!!

[paulette sarelli]

Great romantic mystery

Another good mystery story from this author. Love her two main characters. Glad to see the romantic relationship finally come to a peak. Can't wait to read more from this author.

[sharon sobzak]

Entertaining

The friends get to travel in this story to Maine. The characters seem a bit more quirky in this one. In book four, Emily said she was not close to her sister and she hadn't even told her about Colin, but in this book they are presented as close. Still a quick read.

[Carol]

Maine setting

I love that this book in the series takes place in Maine. I especially like that the storyline is woven around very familiar places in Maine. Great characters and mystery.

[Raven]

Wedding plans for naught

Planning a wedding with twist and turns. Including criminals, dead bodies, return of the dead, kidnapping and drug running. Enticing read.

[Jen]

I always enjoy these little mysteries - quick read, cute story.

[Judi Vigil]

Good book

Pretty good storyline... Wish I could have read the previous five first, but I will probably settle for number seven.

[Janet]

very good

[Patricia]

this is a good story if you like suspense and romance you will like the story

[REBECCA BLANCHARD]

I am obsessed with debra, can't stop reading her series PARADISE VALLEY MYSTERYS

[Evonne Hutton]

Will they ever be able to tie the knot? It is just one thing after another!
A well written story line with mystery, murder and romance.

[Angel Graham]

Too many lies for me. I knew the twist was coming, and how that would end. I don't believe Evan is gone.

Just too much deception.

[Teresea L. Arguelles]

Easy read

OK book, not to J.D Robb suspense and writing flow level. Did not make me feel a part of the story.

[Shirley Vildibill]

Enjoyed it.

Very interesting plot. Loved the characters. Looking forward to the next ‘chapter’. Will read more from this author, she is so good.

[Matthew Murray]

Enjoyed

I have really enjoyed your books and this series especially and I am really looking forward to your next book.

[James Ross]

Nice exciting mystery

Debra created a unique and exciting plot to go with her group of characters to make a story that was hard to put down.

[Annette Sullivan]

Tedious

This was a slow paced book. Ok I didn’t finish it, I just couldn’t. There are a lot of characters with a slow slow start. Just tedious.

[Nancy Daniel]

Great series

Have really enjoyed this series. Big surprises in the new location. Can't wait to read the next one, already ordered.