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Head Room
The deadly's in the details
Elizabeth and Tom's wedding is nearly here. Family, friends, and festivities are all around in Sherman, Wyoming. . . But so is murder. And Elizabeth and her KWMT-TV cohorts past and present are soon drawn into finding answers to more questions than "Will you take this man . . . ?"
It starts when, a week before their wedding, an Army colonel walks up to Elizabeth’s KWMT-TV desk and says a retired sergeant is missing. Except the evidence points to his having died when his cabin burned down. So why does the colonel say he’s missing?
Murder or celebration? Wedding or whodunit? Love or justice? How does Elizabeth juggle those priorities? And – the other vital question -- will she get to the church on time?
Head Room, Book 15 of the Caught Dead in Wyoming series, is a smart, surprising, fast-paced cozy mystery with humor. If you like your crime fiction with quirky characters, hints of romance, and twists you won’t see coming, then you’ll love USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn’s page-turner.
Don't miss any of Elizabeth Danniher's Caught Dead in Wyoming
Sign Off
Left Hanging
Shoot First
Last Ditch
Look Live
Back Story
Cold Open
Hot Roll
Reaction Shot
Body Brace
Cross Talk
Air Ready
Holiday Bullets
Cue Up
Head Room
Match Cut
"While the mystery itself is twisty-turny and thoroughly engaging, it's the smart and witty writing that I loved the best." – Diane Chamberlain, bestselling author
"Colorful characters, intriguing, intelligent mystery, plus the state of Wyoming leaping off every page." – Emilie Richards, USA Today bestselling author
What readers are saying about the Caught Dead in Wyoming series
“McLinn's mysteries set in Wyoming are addictive. The writing is excellent, the twists and turns keep the brain engaged, and Elizabeth's wry commentary keeps a smile on my face.”
“E.M.’s internal monologues are sharp, snappy and often hilarious.”
"A terrific series with a western flair. . . . Great characters that you would want as your friends. Smart, funny, but not perfect."
“There's a real love for wide-open spaces in McLinn's writing, and it's a pleasure to visit the world she so beautifully creates. Can't wait for the next book(s)!”
“McLinn has created in E.M. a female protagonist who is flawed but likable, never silly or cartoonish, and definitely not made of cardboard.”
More mystery from Patricia McLinn
Secret Sleuth series
Death on the Diversion
Death on Torrid Avenue
Death on Beguiling Way
Death on Covert Circle
Death on Shady Bridge
Death on Carrion Lane
Death on ZigZag Trail
Death on Puzzle Place
Death on Riddle Road
Death on Gallows Path
The Innocence Trilogy
Proof of Innocence
Price of Innocence
Premise of Innocence
Ride the Rodeo Knights (includes Caught Dead in Wyoming characters)
Elizabeth and Tom's wedding is nearly here. Family, friends, and festivities are all around in Sherman, Wyoming. . . But so is murder. And Elizabeth and her KWMT-TV cohorts past and present are soon drawn into finding answers to more questions than "Will you take this man . . . ?"
It starts when, a week before their wedding, an Army colonel walks up to Elizabeth’s KWMT-TV desk and says a retired sergeant is missing. Except the evidence points to his having died when his cabin burned down. So why does the colonel say he’s missing?
Murder or celebration? Wedding or whodunit? Love or justice? How does Elizabeth juggle those priorities? And – the other vital question -- will she get to the church on time?
Head Room, Book 15 of the Caught Dead in Wyoming series, is a smart, surprising, fast-paced cozy mystery with humor. If you like your crime fiction with quirky characters, hints of romance, and twists you won’t see coming, then you’ll love USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn’s page-turner.
Don't miss any of Elizabeth Danniher's Caught Dead in Wyoming
Sign Off
Left Hanging
Shoot First
Last Ditch
Look Live
Back Story
Cold Open
Hot Roll
Reaction Shot
Body Brace
Cross Talk
Air Ready
Holiday Bullets
Cue Up
Head Room
Match Cut
"While the mystery itself is twisty-turny and thoroughly engaging, it's the smart and witty writing that I loved the best." – Diane Chamberlain, bestselling author
"Colorful characters, intriguing, intelligent mystery, plus the state of Wyoming leaping off every page." – Emilie Richards, USA Today bestselling author
What readers are saying about the Caught Dead in Wyoming series
“McLinn's mysteries set in Wyoming are addictive. The writing is excellent, the twists and turns keep the brain engaged, and Elizabeth's wry commentary keeps a smile on my face.”
“E.M.’s internal monologues are sharp, snappy and often hilarious.”
"A terrific series with a western flair. . . . Great characters that you would want as your friends. Smart, funny, but not perfect."
“There's a real love for wide-open spaces in McLinn's writing, and it's a pleasure to visit the world she so beautifully creates. Can't wait for the next book(s)!”
“McLinn has created in E.M. a female protagonist who is flawed but likable, never silly or cartoonish, and definitely not made of cardboard.”
More mystery from Patricia McLinn
Secret Sleuth series
Death on the Diversion
Death on Torrid Avenue
Death on Beguiling Way
Death on Covert Circle
Death on Shady Bridge
Death on Carrion Lane
Death on ZigZag Trail
Death on Puzzle Place
Death on Riddle Road
Death on Gallows Path
The Innocence Trilogy
Proof of Innocence
Price of Innocence
Premise of Innocence
Ride the Rodeo Knights (includes Caught Dead in Wyoming characters)
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Published October 13, 2025
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About the author
Patricia McLinn
135 books314 followersUSA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn’s novels—cited by reviewers for warmth, wit and vivid characterization – have won numerous regional and national awards and been on national bestseller lists.
In addition to her romance and women’s fiction books, Patricia is the author of the Caught Dead in Wyoming mystery series, which adds a touch of humor and romance to figuring out whodunit.
Patricia received BA and MSJ degrees from Northwestern University. She was a sports writer (Rockford, Ill.), assistant sports editor (Charlotte, N.C.) and—for 20-plus years—an editor at the Washington Post.
She has spoken about writing from Melbourne, Australia to Washington, D.C., including being a guest-speaker at the Smithsonian Institution. She is now living in Northern Kentucky, and writing full-time. Patricia loves to hear from readers through her website, Facebook, Goodreads, and Twitter.
In addition to her romance and women’s fiction books, Patricia is the author of the Caught Dead in Wyoming mystery series, which adds a touch of humor and romance to figuring out whodunit.
Patricia received BA and MSJ degrees from Northwestern University. She was a sports writer (Rockford, Ill.), assistant sports editor (Charlotte, N.C.) and—for 20-plus years—an editor at the Washington Post.
She has spoken about writing from Melbourne, Australia to Washington, D.C., including being a guest-speaker at the Smithsonian Institution. She is now living in Northern Kentucky, and writing full-time. Patricia loves to hear from readers through her website, Facebook, Goodreads, and Twitter.
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October 27, 2025
The literary treatment of HEAD ROOM was fun - two whole separate stories in one book 😄. The mystery was complex with lots of suspects, clues, and red herrings. And Elizabeth’s version of dealing with her wedding was so — Elizabeth! I love all these recurring characters!!
I thoroughly enjoyed this stand alone addition to the Caught Dead in Wyoming series.
I hope there will be more in the future.
I reviewed a free Advance Reader Copy of this book with no strings attached.
I thoroughly enjoyed this stand alone addition to the Caught Dead in Wyoming series.
I hope there will be more in the future.
I reviewed a free Advance Reader Copy of this book with no strings attached.
October 19, 2025
A murder and a wedding
Elizabeth is just a few days before her wedding when a mystery is placed before her. A burned corpse is found in a cabin but a friend believes that the dead man is not who everyone believes it must be. Elizabeth’s mother and her groom’s daughter have her on a tight schedule for a wedding that will continue over multiple days at multiple sites. But Elizabeth is a reporter and is fine-tuned to seeking the truth—and to multi-tasking. The story bounces from present to past as Elizabeth reads a historical novel penned by the now-deceased wife of the supposed victim. The story is about soldiers; the supposed victim is a veteran connected with other veterans living off-grid nearby. Is there a connection? So much to figure out and so little time. Readers of the series will enjoy seeing the relationship between Tom and Elizabeth result in marriage with all the characters to whom readers have been introduced in the audience.
Elizabeth is just a few days before her wedding when a mystery is placed before her. A burned corpse is found in a cabin but a friend believes that the dead man is not who everyone believes it must be. Elizabeth’s mother and her groom’s daughter have her on a tight schedule for a wedding that will continue over multiple days at multiple sites. But Elizabeth is a reporter and is fine-tuned to seeking the truth—and to multi-tasking. The story bounces from present to past as Elizabeth reads a historical novel penned by the now-deceased wife of the supposed victim. The story is about soldiers; the supposed victim is a veteran connected with other veterans living off-grid nearby. Is there a connection? So much to figure out and so little time. Readers of the series will enjoy seeing the relationship between Tom and Elizabeth result in marriage with all the characters to whom readers have been introduced in the audience.
October 21, 2025
She’s going to the Chapel and She’s gonna be Married.
I have loved Patrica McLinn since (Caught Dead in Wyoming, Book 1). I will sometimes pick a book solely because of the title, I’m strange like that. But back this book, once again Patrica has found a mystery Elizabeth feels like she has to solve days before her wedding, of course. I will not be going on about how beautifully this book is written. Nor will I bore you with names and who did what to whom. Simply put I loved the book and so will you.
I have loved Patrica McLinn since (Caught Dead in Wyoming, Book 1). I will sometimes pick a book solely because of the title, I’m strange like that. But back this book, once again Patrica has found a mystery Elizabeth feels like she has to solve days before her wedding, of course. I will not be going on about how beautifully this book is written. Nor will I bore you with names and who did what to whom. Simply put I loved the book and so will you.
October 15, 2025
This has to be Patricia McLinn's best Caught Dead in Wyoming yet. We actually find out that Elizabeth Margaret has met Kit and Sheila (from her other series) so hopefully we there will be a crossover story at some point.
As she prepares for her wedding, the team find another urgent mystery, and the best clues are in an unpublished author's manuscript. There are no dull or embarrassing moments, but sheer brilliance and the joy such a talented writer can bring to a reader.
As she prepares for her wedding, the team find another urgent mystery, and the best clues are in an unpublished author's manuscript. There are no dull or embarrassing moments, but sheer brilliance and the joy such a talented writer can bring to a reader.
October 16, 2025
The literary treatment of HEAD ROOM was fun - two whole separate stories in one book 😄. The mystery was complex with lots of suspects, clues, and red herrings. And Elizabeth’s version of dealing with her wedding was so — Elizabeth! I love all these recurring characters!!
I thoroughly enjoyed this stand alone addition to the Caught Dead in Wyoming series. I hope there will be more in the future.
I reviewed a free Advance Reader Copy of this book with no strings attached.
I thoroughly enjoyed this stand alone addition to the Caught Dead in Wyoming series. I hope there will be more in the future.
I reviewed a free Advance Reader Copy of this book with no strings attached.
October 15, 2025
Very interesting
A fire, a dead body, and a manuscript leads to this mystery. On top of that the wedding of Tom and Elizabeth. This is a little slower paced the the other ones in this series, but still worth reading.
This series books can be read alone, but better if in order.
A fire, a dead body, and a manuscript leads to this mystery. On top of that the wedding of Tom and Elizabeth. This is a little slower paced the the other ones in this series, but still worth reading.
This series books can be read alone, but better if in order.
October 17, 2025
Well woven story
Having followed this series from the beginning it was gratifying to get to their wedding day. Great characters and interesting plots. Looking forward to the next book.
Having followed this series from the beginning it was gratifying to get to their wedding day. Great characters and interesting plots. Looking forward to the next book.
November 7, 2025
Really didn't want it to end.
I have read almost all of Patricia's books. There is not a one that I haven't thoroughly enjoyed. But I think this series is my favorite. Waited a long time for this one-----but it was well worth it! ---And as I said above , I didn't want it to end!
I have read almost all of Patricia's books. There is not a one that I haven't thoroughly enjoyed. But I think this series is my favorite. Waited a long time for this one-----but it was well worth it! ---And as I said above , I didn't want it to end!
November 16, 2025
Fabulous read. This is my very favorite in the series so far. I think if you read it, you will more than agree. But let you find out for yourselves and not ruin it for anyone. I eagerly will await the next book. Loved it.
Joy
Joy
December 17, 2025
Excellent story
I loved how well thought out this story was and how they work to fit the pieces together. This is such a good series.
I loved how well thought out this story was and how they work to fit the pieces together. This is such a good series.
February 14, 2026
finally the wedding
Love this book. Tom and Elizabeth are meant to be together- finally the weddings - you have to read this book.
Love this book. Tom and Elizabeth are meant to be together- finally the weddings - you have to read this book.
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