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The Aspen Notch Mysteries #7
Indefensible Secrets
A young man disappears… Police find his smashed car in a deep ravine two years later. Could he have survived?
Sue and Alan begin the SAJ Detective Agency’s first investigation with a missing person case that the police closed eight years ago. After viewing photos of the crash scene, Alan believes they have little chance of finding the young man alive, but Sue wants to try.
The case stymies both of them, despite the family’s cooperation and numerous interviews with the man’s friends. No one has seen or heard from Warren Clark in 10 years. Can Sue find the missing piece of the puzzle to solve this mystery?
If you enjoy a cozy mystery, a touch of romance, and a woman sleuth who has an uncanny ability to make connections, you’ll love Kathleen McKee’s 7th book of the Aspen Notch Mystery Series. Join Sue for her latest adventure in Indefensible Secrets.
Sue and Alan begin the SAJ Detective Agency’s first investigation with a missing person case that the police closed eight years ago. After viewing photos of the crash scene, Alan believes they have little chance of finding the young man alive, but Sue wants to try.
The case stymies both of them, despite the family’s cooperation and numerous interviews with the man’s friends. No one has seen or heard from Warren Clark in 10 years. Can Sue find the missing piece of the puzzle to solve this mystery?
If you enjoy a cozy mystery, a touch of romance, and a woman sleuth who has an uncanny ability to make connections, you’ll love Kathleen McKee’s 7th book of the Aspen Notch Mystery Series. Join Sue for her latest adventure in Indefensible Secrets.
- GenresMystery
Kindle Edition
Published July 1, 2024
About the author
Kathleen McKee
35 books88 followersKathleen McKee is a retired educator and registered dietitian who enjoys crafting stories that are uplifting and moving. Regardless of genre, she likes to include a touch of romance and mystery, with narratives that bring the characters to life.
Kathleen’s heart-warming stories and their settings are often inspired by experiences of people she has met or places she has lived. She likes to include women who are strong, generous, compassionate, and capable.
Kathleen currently lives in southeast Pennsylvania with her springer spaniel, Maggie. You’ll find her there, working on her next book. Visit her website at: https://kathleen-mckee.com/ and sign up for her newsletter at: http://eepurl.com/crzIUv
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Kathleen’s heart-warming stories and their settings are often inspired by experiences of people she has met or places she has lived. She likes to include women who are strong, generous, compassionate, and capable.
Kathleen currently lives in southeast Pennsylvania with her springer spaniel, Maggie. You’ll find her there, working on her next book. Visit her website at: https://kathleen-mckee.com/ and sign up for her newsletter at: http://eepurl.com/crzIUv
Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kmckee101.Au...
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April 13, 2022
Another wonderful story from Kathleen McKee
So glad I discovered this writer! Each book has a good but cozy mystery contained in it but you just hope you can stretch the whole thing out so it doesn't end too soon. Feels so good to be a part of Sue's family for a little while. Of course all her discriptions of her home make you feel right there. I can picture the whole home and shop each time she writes another one. I always see her sweet dog Sophie playing in the yard or cuddling with Sue or her husband. So nice to have a good and loving husband in these stories too. Just read these beautiful books because you will love them too. Would be best if read in order to get the full character development
So glad I discovered this writer! Each book has a good but cozy mystery contained in it but you just hope you can stretch the whole thing out so it doesn't end too soon. Feels so good to be a part of Sue's family for a little while. Of course all her discriptions of her home make you feel right there. I can picture the whole home and shop each time she writes another one. I always see her sweet dog Sophie playing in the yard or cuddling with Sue or her husband. So nice to have a good and loving husband in these stories too. Just read these beautiful books because you will love them too. Would be best if read in order to get the full character development
May 18, 2022
I thoroughly enjoyed this installment in the Aspen Notch Mystery series. Sue and Alan take on their first case for their newly opened SAJ Detective Agency and boy oh boy, it’s a doozy. It’s a wonderful intricate cold case mystery with huge ramifications in the present. I loved the introduction of Lydia into the everyday aspects of the story. I loved the familial interactions in this story - it feels like Sue and Alan are totally in sync with each other - which hasn’t always been the case. The interactions with the extended family are meaningful and show an ever growing depth. Definitely a great read!
October 6, 2022
New twist on cold case! Intriguing reading.
I like the way Sue balances owning and working in her flower shop with her sleuthing. Alan, her husband, is beginning to trust her instincts. This cold case, in my opinion, ended up with a happy ending with all families involved learning something about themselves.
I like the way Sue balances owning and working in her flower shop with her sleuthing. Alan, her husband, is beginning to trust her instincts. This cold case, in my opinion, ended up with a happy ending with all families involved learning something about themselves.
July 1, 2025
Great series
I am binge reading the series. Alan and Sue have started their own detective agency, while Sue continues her garden shop business, and Alan helps out occasionally with the police department. Each book has a mystery and continued development of the characters. I look forward to grabbing the next book.
I am binge reading the series. Alan and Sue have started their own detective agency, while Sue continues her garden shop business, and Alan helps out occasionally with the police department. Each book has a mystery and continued development of the characters. I look forward to grabbing the next book.
April 9, 2022
Love this series. The detective agency idea really works as Sue & Alan's alternative approaches compliment each other to successfully solve the case. Great to have new characters introduced to Sue's friendship group & extended family.
May 29, 2022
Another great story
From the first page I knew it was going to be a book that I couldn't put down and would be sad when I finished reading it.
Now I can't wait for maker's next book.
From the first page I knew it was going to be a book that I couldn't put down and would be sad when I finished reading it.
Now I can't wait for maker's next book.
November 24, 2022
Good read
Great continuation of this series. Believable characters with a storyline that keeps you guessing. Aspen Notch sounds like a place I'd love to visit. Can't wait to see what their next case will be.
Great continuation of this series. Believable characters with a storyline that keeps you guessing. Aspen Notch sounds like a place I'd love to visit. Can't wait to see what their next case will be.
June 17, 2023
Another fantastic mystery
Oh, how I love reading about Sue and Alan!the mystery is full of the unknown and the characters are so fun to get to know. I look forward to more adventures with their family and sleuthing!
Oh, how I love reading about Sue and Alan!the mystery is full of the unknown and the characters are so fun to get to know. I look forward to more adventures with their family and sleuthing!
September 18, 2025
I couldn’t put this book down! I needed to know what happened to Warren and was I ever surprised when I found out! Truly enjoyed reading this book by Kathleen McKee! I’ve already started reading her next book in the Aspen Notch series!
July 19, 2026
Loves this series
Love all your books. Just read 7 and will start 8 later. Problem is I can’t put them down. Love how you combine great mysteries and family stories together! Thank you.
Love all your books. Just read 7 and will start 8 later. Problem is I can’t put them down. Love how you combine great mysteries and family stories together! Thank you.
November 10, 2022
Where is Warren Clark??? Duty??? The SAJ Detective Agency is on the job, isn’t it??? I enjoyed this story and recommend the book.
July 6, 2024
Good suspense
Fun characters, clean story line and mystery for the who did what and why.
Happy ending with tears and a what if .
Fun characters, clean story line and mystery for the who did what and why.
Happy ending with tears and a what if .
December 12, 2024
wonderful series
I have enjoyed reading her series. I will start on her 8th book in the series today. You will love this series!
I have enjoyed reading her series. I will start on her 8th book in the series today. You will love this series!
August 5, 2025
Another terrific story
Cannot say enough good words about this series.. Will look for more books by the author when this series is completed
Cannot say enough good words about this series.. Will look for more books by the author when this series is completed
November 18, 2025
Woohoo! A new baby… a Japanese fiancé.. a trip to Scotland!
Let’s go!!!
Let’s go!!!
September 9, 2026
Really enjoying this series!
May 17, 2022
New detective agency in Aspen Notch ! ok !
Reading Indefensible Secrets is like spending an evening with very good friends who always have exciting stories to share. All Kathleen McKee’s books weave together every day details about living and friendship and family with mysteries to be solved. The first case for Sue and Allen in their new detective agency is a complicated one. But piece by piece, like the jigsaw puzzle that Sean helps put together,
they eventually bring to light the entire picture. A delightful read as always by Kathy Mc Kee.
Reading Indefensible Secrets is like spending an evening with very good friends who always have exciting stories to share. All Kathleen McKee’s books weave together every day details about living and friendship and family with mysteries to be solved. The first case for Sue and Allen in their new detective agency is a complicated one. But piece by piece, like the jigsaw puzzle that Sean helps put together,
they eventually bring to light the entire picture. A delightful read as always by Kathy Mc Kee.
May 28, 2026
4.8 stars!
I enjoy this series as each new book comes out. I like that not every cozy mystery has to have a murder and a lot of these don’t. I enjoy the happiness Alan and Sue share but also how in the first few books they would bicker and even spend the night on the couch. I mean that’s real life right there. The mystery’s are interesting and make you think .. the cast of characters is definitely growing these books.
I enjoy this series as each new book comes out. I like that not every cozy mystery has to have a murder and a lot of these don’t. I enjoy the happiness Alan and Sue share but also how in the first few books they would bicker and even spend the night on the couch. I mean that’s real life right there. The mystery’s are interesting and make you think .. the cast of characters is definitely growing these books.
August 6, 2025
Another good book in the series. I've listened to each in series sequence, back to back. Virtual voice was not as good as live audio.
February 13, 2026
Another fascinating mystery
Sue and Alan take on a new case for a person missing over 10 years. A trip to Colorado brings some conclusions, then She's son shows up with a surprise.
Sue and Alan take on a new case for a person missing over 10 years. A trip to Colorado brings some conclusions, then She's son shows up with a surprise.
June 8, 2026
Nancy Drew as a great grandma.
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