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Great Maine Mysteries #2
Murder Most Scenic
An old lighthouse. A grieving sister. A cat with an uncanny sense for secrets. And a mystery that refuses to stay hidden…
Still reeling from her sister’s unexpected death, artist Emily Harper isn’t convinced Becky’s fall down the grand staircase was an accident. But when a hidden journal resurfaces—along with cryptic notes and eerie visions—Emily begins to suspect her sister was on the verge of uncovering something dangerous.
Then a body is discovered at Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, and the past crashes into the present. A local historian has been murdered—one who may have known the truth about Becky’s final days.
With storm clouds rolling in, a killer determined to keep the past buried, and a locket that raises more questions than answers, Emily must should she chase the truth, even if it leads her straight into danger?
Fans of Ellery Adams and Carolyn Hart will love this twisty, atmospheric paranormal cozy mystery filled with Maine charm, long-buried secrets, and a heroine who refuses to let the past rest—no matter what it costs.
Read now and uncover the mystery today.
Still reeling from her sister’s unexpected death, artist Emily Harper isn’t convinced Becky’s fall down the grand staircase was an accident. But when a hidden journal resurfaces—along with cryptic notes and eerie visions—Emily begins to suspect her sister was on the verge of uncovering something dangerous.
Then a body is discovered at Bass Harbor Head Lighthouse, and the past crashes into the present. A local historian has been murdered—one who may have known the truth about Becky’s final days.
With storm clouds rolling in, a killer determined to keep the past buried, and a locket that raises more questions than answers, Emily must should she chase the truth, even if it leads her straight into danger?
Fans of Ellery Adams and Carolyn Hart will love this twisty, atmospheric paranormal cozy mystery filled with Maine charm, long-buried secrets, and a heroine who refuses to let the past rest—no matter what it costs.
Read now and uncover the mystery today.
- GenresMystery
214 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 25, 2025
116 people are currently reading
27 people want to read
About the author
Nellie H. Steele
137 books545 followersNellie H. Steele lives in the South Hills of Pittsburgh with her family and her many fur-babies. When she isn't writing, she enjoys teaching Statistics at a local university or watching her dogs and cats play in the yard.
Nellie is the author of the Cate Kensie Mystery Series, a cozy mystery series following the adventures of Dr. Catherine Kensie, a history professor turned Scottish Countess, and her beloved dog, Riley, as they navigate their new lives in their quirky Scottish highlands castle, solving mysteries along the way! She is the creator of the Shadow Slayers series, a suspenseful series with a supernatural twist! Follow the Shadow Slayers through time as they fight to banish darkness from the world. Nellie also writes an adventure series, Maggie Edwards Adventures. Follow Maggie Edwards as she travels the world solving mysteries and finding unique treasures!
Check out all Nellie offers at www.anovelideapublishing.com/novels, sign up for our newsletter to get the latest news about book releases or like us on facebook (facebook.com/anovelideapublishing) to keep up with us!
Nellie is the author of the Cate Kensie Mystery Series, a cozy mystery series following the adventures of Dr. Catherine Kensie, a history professor turned Scottish Countess, and her beloved dog, Riley, as they navigate their new lives in their quirky Scottish highlands castle, solving mysteries along the way! She is the creator of the Shadow Slayers series, a suspenseful series with a supernatural twist! Follow the Shadow Slayers through time as they fight to banish darkness from the world. Nellie also writes an adventure series, Maggie Edwards Adventures. Follow Maggie Edwards as she travels the world solving mysteries and finding unique treasures!
Check out all Nellie offers at www.anovelideapublishing.com/novels, sign up for our newsletter to get the latest news about book releases or like us on facebook (facebook.com/anovelideapublishing) to keep up with us!
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December 9, 2025
Book 2 in the "Great Maine Mysteries" series is full of more mystery, excitement, adventure, "magic," and a page-turner!!! Wow, I can't imagine what will happen next!!
August 16, 2025
📚 Book Review by R.M. Campbell 📚
Murder Most Scenic
By
Nellie H. Steele
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Murder Most Scenic is Book 2 in the Great Maine Mysteries series and continues with Emily Harper’s search for the truth about her sister’s death, still not convinced that her sister, Becky's, fall down the grand staircase was an accident. Recovering from solving a murder in a local lighthouse, Emily soon experiences a vision of another lighthouse, the Bass Harbor Lighthouse, and another murder victim. With the help of two friends, Bill and Martha, Emily begins her investigation of Linda’s death and soon finds that she is connected to her sister, a sinister plot, and a villainous plot, and people who will go to any extent to find a hidden treasure.
I thought this story was captivating, with a well-written plot, interesting characters, great intercharacter relationships, and a cat who stole the show. Nellie intertwined very dangerous and tense scenes with highly emotional and clever dialogue to keep the reader transfixed to the story. The story had a steady pace, with suspense, tension, danger, and even hints of romance that compelled me to keep reading. The author’s use of a vision-enhancing bracelet and a mysterious locket adds to the mystery of the story and the element of paranormal activity. I totally enjoyed reading this book and highly recommend it. I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book.
Murder Most Scenic
By
Nellie H. Steele
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Murder Most Scenic is Book 2 in the Great Maine Mysteries series and continues with Emily Harper’s search for the truth about her sister’s death, still not convinced that her sister, Becky's, fall down the grand staircase was an accident. Recovering from solving a murder in a local lighthouse, Emily soon experiences a vision of another lighthouse, the Bass Harbor Lighthouse, and another murder victim. With the help of two friends, Bill and Martha, Emily begins her investigation of Linda’s death and soon finds that she is connected to her sister, a sinister plot, and a villainous plot, and people who will go to any extent to find a hidden treasure.
I thought this story was captivating, with a well-written plot, interesting characters, great intercharacter relationships, and a cat who stole the show. Nellie intertwined very dangerous and tense scenes with highly emotional and clever dialogue to keep the reader transfixed to the story. The story had a steady pace, with suspense, tension, danger, and even hints of romance that compelled me to keep reading. The author’s use of a vision-enhancing bracelet and a mysterious locket adds to the mystery of the story and the element of paranormal activity. I totally enjoyed reading this book and highly recommend it. I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book.
February 7, 2026
I enjoyed the first book "Murder Most Eastern" very much. The loved the scenery, and the idea of the series. Intrigued by where it might go. However, I found "Murder Most Scenic" very predicable (I guess it should be considering it's more of a continuation of the first). There are even some re-used scenes from the first book. It's a fast read as a result.
I will still read the rest of the series, but it's no longer a priority. The characters are still valid and interesting. I'll check in with them after a little break.
I will still read the rest of the series, but it's no longer a priority. The characters are still valid and interesting. I'll check in with them after a little break.
January 21, 2026
A decent paranormal cozy mystery with a cat.
As in the first book, the number of ways the main character can exhale in a single chapter, never mind the entire book is irritating as all get-out. I searched “breath” on my kindle and came up with 75 times in a 200page book. The author needs to find additional ways to describe the character’s stress.
As in the first book, the number of ways the main character can exhale in a single chapter, never mind the entire book is irritating as all get-out. I searched “breath” on my kindle and came up with 75 times in a 200page book. The author needs to find additional ways to describe the character’s stress.
October 22, 2025
Murder Most Scenic
Book two and it did not disappoint and nor do any of Nellie Steele’s books! I am immediately heading to book three, and ongoing mystery and murder along with the new friends I have made in Maine!
Book two and it did not disappoint and nor do any of Nellie Steele’s books! I am immediately heading to book three, and ongoing mystery and murder along with the new friends I have made in Maine!
December 18, 2025
Murder Most Scenic book 2
Emily and friends found a compass in a lighthouse. Looking into another lighthouse for a sextant but it was somewhere else. With two of the items and two more to go if they don’t get killed first.
Emily and friends found a compass in a lighthouse. Looking into another lighthouse for a sextant but it was somewhere else. With two of the items and two more to go if they don’t get killed first.
October 7, 2025
Better and better
More fast paced action, twists and turns with unexpected occurrences gives the readers much to think about and still enjoy the trip!
More fast paced action, twists and turns with unexpected occurrences gives the readers much to think about and still enjoy the trip!
October 8, 2025
Good book!! Can't wait for the next one!!
November 7, 2025
While I enjoyed the scenic aspects involved with the lighthouse and the mystery of items that together will unlock something great, the dithering of the lead, Emily Harper became tiring.
March 20, 2026
The story line and characters are great. These are a quick entertaining read. Not tons of depth in the story line or the characters and no follow up on the killers motive, partners, etc.
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