Little Merry Murder

Georgiana Germaine #9.5

by Cheryl Bradshaw

As Claire Cooperson sits by the fire, wrapping presents and putting them beneath the Christmas tree, she hears what sounds like glass shattering. The unwelcome noise startles her, and she jumps up, tiptoeing toward the back door. A chill brushes across her face, and as the outside wind howls, she wraps her arms around herself, pulling her sweater tighter.

Struggling to see in the darkness, Claire switches on the dining room light and finds the cause of the sound she heard. A glass panel in the center of the back door has shattered, spitting jagged shards all over the tile floor.

But what caused the glass to break?

And why does Claire have a sinking feeling—a feeling telling her she’s no longer alone?

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Little Merry Murder is a Georgiana Germaine holiday novella, which includes the same characters in the original series. To date, there are ten books in the mystery series, with two more coming in 2025.

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Genres: Mystery, Novella

92 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 25, 2024

About the author

Cheryl Bradshaw is a New York Times and 11-time USA Today bestselling author writing in multiple genres, including mystery, thriller, romantic suspense, supernatural suspense, and poetry. She is a Shamus Award finalist for best private eye novel of the year, an eFestival of Words winner for best thriller, and has published over fifty books since 2011.

Raised in Southern California, she now lives in North Texas. When she's not writing, she loves jet-setting to new countries, exploring the outdoors, and playing with her grandbabies.

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Book series in order by Cheryl Bradshaw:

Georgiana Germaine (Mystery Series)

1. Little Girl Lost - USA Today Bestseller
2. Little Lost Secrets
3. Little Broken Things
4. Little White Lies
5. Little Tangled Webs
6. Little Shattered Dreams
7. Little Last Words
8. Little Buried Secrets
9. Little Stolen Memories
10. Little Empty Promises
11. Little Hidden Fears

Sloane Monroe Mystery/Thriller Series

0. Silent As the Grave (prequel to series)
1. Black Diamond Death
2. Murder in Mind
3. I Have a Secret
4. Stranger in Town - Shamus Award Finalist
5. Bed of Bones - USA Today Bestseller
6. Hush Now Baby - USA Today Bestseller
7. Gone Daddy Gone - USA Today Bestseller
8. Smoke and Mirrors - USA Today Bestseller

Sloane Monroe Stories - Mystery Novella Series
(with characters from the main series)

1. Deadly Sins: Sloth
2. Deadly Sins: Wrath
3. Deadly Sins: Lust
4. Deadly Sins: Greed
5. Deadly Sins: Envy
6. Deadly Sins: Pride

Sloane & Maddie Peril Awaits - Mystery Series
(Spinoff Series with Sloane Monroe & her sidekick Maddie)

1. The Silent Boy
2. The Shadow Children
3. The Broken Soul
4. The Widow Maker
5. The Familiar Stranger

Addison Lockhart Ghost Mystery Series

1. Grayson Manor Haunting
2. Rosecliff Manor Haunting
3. Blackthorn Manor Haunting
4. Belle Manor Haunting
5. Crawley Manor Haunting

Stand Alone Mystery/Thriller Novels

1. Eye for Revenge - USA Today Bestseller
2. The Perfect Lie
3. Hickory Dickory Dead - USA Today Bestseller
4. Roadkill - USA Today Bestseller

Reviews

[Maureen ~Bitch Can Write A Book · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fast, fun visit with Georgiana. This series is a go to for me. Great characters and always a quick read!

[Marsha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good quick murder mystery. One of the things I enjoy about the authors writing style, is that she always starts the book with from the POV of the victim, right before the murder happens.) Georgiana Germaine (the Protagonist) is asked by the prime suspects mother, to find the real culprit. She agrees on a trial basis (depending on her instincts after meeting the man in jail.) He doesn't give the best first impression, but the investigator is able to look past his not so good attitude. This is a novella, so it moves quickly, and doesn't get too deep into the character development or backstories. You get a good feel for the characters though. It's also NOT a mystery that is easy to solve by the reader. You may start to get a feeling once it gets close to the big reveal, but by then, it's too late. It's a easy book to read and follow. It is a clean read with no violence on the pages. There is mention of cheating, but no sexual content on the page. Other than that first chapter, it's taken entirely from Georgiana's POV. The events take place during the holiday season, and gifts are mentioned, but it's not what I would call a holiday story. (Just wanted to note that in case that's what you are looking for... don't want anyone disappointed.)

[Stephanie Herron · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's a good mystery to read when you don't have a lot of time as it packs a lot in the story. Georgiana looks into the case of a murdered woman when the mother of the husband comes begging for help. Digging into the marriage reveals things were not happy with the couple, but murder doesn't seem likely. So Georgiana must dig through Claire's life for more clues to who would want her dead. It is a fast-paced story that ends with another case solved for Georgiana and friends.

[Robin Lee · Rating 5 out of 5]

This novella is a great addition to the Georgianna Germaine series. It can be read as a stand-alone. Georgiana is requested to investigate the murder of a woman by the prime suspect’s mother. I am amazed by the amount of twists and turns the author has created in a novella form. It’s fast paced and thoroughly enjoyable.

[Joanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Little Merry Murder

This Novella was an excellent read. Had all I like about Georgiana Germaine: her intuition, her dreams, her ability to 'connect the dots'. I've read this entire series, and enjoy each book.

[Nana Green · Rating 5 out of 5]

Georgiana Germaine

This series is fun and challenging. Trying to determine the killer before it is revealed is the challenge. These stories are interesting and keep you reading. A totally enjoyable series!

[Mandi Newbold · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bonus short story while I wait for the next novel!? Say less! I loved this murder mystery. Easy to read. Fun story & Characters!! Still had a lot of suspects and twists & turns!

[Leah Hines · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had fun trying to guess who did it before Georgiana. Of course, I failed. This is a quick read with all the things fans love about the series. Great characters and an intriguing mystery.

[Rhonda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really like this series and this short story is a perfect addition.
Highly recommend it.