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Lila and Whiskers Mystery / A Lila Hartley Cozy Mystery #3
The Librarian’s Fatal Footnotes: Lila And Whiskers Mystery (A Fast Paced Cozy Mystery)
A Deadly Photo. A Crooked Coroner. And a Killer Who’s Getting Too Close…
Lila Hartley thought life in Willow Creek was finally settling down, until two people close to her turned up dead within days. The cops say suicide. Lila knows better.
A mysterious photograph, unearthed from the ruins of the old City Hall, leads Lila straight into a storm of buried secrets and dangerous lies. With sharp-tongued bestie Zoe and her crime-sniffing cat Whiskers by her side, she follows the trail to the town’s most powerful—and most untouchable—man.
But he’s not the only one hiding something.
The town’s coroner has a file full of falsified reports and a past he’ll kill to protect. And when someone tries to run Lila off the road, she realizes this is more than a warning. It’s a stop digging or die trying.
The deeper she goes, the darker the truth becomes. And now, Lila’s not just solving a mystery. She’s fighting to survive it.
Lila Hartley thought life in Willow Creek was finally settling down, until two people close to her turned up dead within days. The cops say suicide. Lila knows better.
A mysterious photograph, unearthed from the ruins of the old City Hall, leads Lila straight into a storm of buried secrets and dangerous lies. With sharp-tongued bestie Zoe and her crime-sniffing cat Whiskers by her side, she follows the trail to the town’s most powerful—and most untouchable—man.
But he’s not the only one hiding something.
The town’s coroner has a file full of falsified reports and a past he’ll kill to protect. And when someone tries to run Lila off the road, she realizes this is more than a warning. It’s a stop digging or die trying.
The deeper she goes, the darker the truth becomes. And now, Lila’s not just solving a mystery. She’s fighting to survive it.
150 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 16, 2025
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April 19, 2025
The third book in the Lila and Whiskers cozy mystery series keeps you turning pages. Fast paced with lots of twists and turns, With the help of her best friend Zoe, Lila and her clue finding cat Whiskers are on a case again. This case starts with a photograph found in the ruins of the town hall and takes Lila and crew through so many hoops to find the truth about the suspicious deaths getting Lila closer to the truths including the missing model. Lila knew the boys' deaths weren't suicide, the facts just didn't add up. And what about drugs? Is there really a drug trade in her quiet town? But the closer Lila and Whiskers start to put the pieces together, the more dangerous it becomes when Lila realizes someone is watching her. This is a fast paced, page turning mystery with great characters that keep you engaged. This third book is a great addition to the series and in fact, I highly recommend not only this book but the entire series and I can't wait for the next book. I received an ARC of this book but the opinions expressed her are strictly my own.
April 26, 2025
received an arc for this story. Lila Hartley has received a reputation as a detective and in this story it is no different. Librarian by day detective by night. When 3 teenagers suddenly die Lila gets started looking into their deaths as she doesn't think that they died by their own hand. She gets into trouble with the police, the mayor, and some of the special people in her town, but never stops looking for answers. Great story!
April 19, 2025
Small town secrets.
A chilling story as Lila, the town librarian and sleuth, investigates suspicious deaths of teens with input from her good friend Zoe, an investigative journalist. Deception, intrigue and tragedy come together in this story. I enjoyed this book and recommend it to others.
I read this book as part of an advance reader team. I am voluntarily writing this review.
A chilling story as Lila, the town librarian and sleuth, investigates suspicious deaths of teens with input from her good friend Zoe, an investigative journalist. Deception, intrigue and tragedy come together in this story. I enjoyed this book and recommend it to others.
I read this book as part of an advance reader team. I am voluntarily writing this review.
April 20, 2025
Lila Hartley the librarian at Willow Creek is once again involved in an unusual mystery where people are murdered. There was something sinister going on in Willow Creek. A captivating read from the start with humor and a nail-biting finish. I received this ARC copy and recommend this book to other readers.
August 20, 2025
Once again Lila, Zoe and Whiskers are chasing a killer while trying not to be the next target. A great series with wonderful characters and fast paced storylines that will keep you glued to the pages. A fantastic book to read.
I received a copy of this book from the author. I am leaving a voluntary and honest review.
I received a copy of this book from the author. I am leaving a voluntary and honest review.
April 18, 2025
An enjoyable cozy with a determined sleuth and a strong community bond. Lila, Zoe, and Whiskers make a good team. This mystery had some unexpected twists and turns. It can be read as a standalone.
May 7, 2025
This was a fast-paced, easy to read story. Full of suspense, mystery and some funny moments too. After receiving an Arc I have posted my voluntary and honest review.
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July 6, 2025This book is a stolen work. The author is possibly selling a stolen draft which isn't good. This is an intellectual theft.
September 23, 2025
Good plot great story intriguing mystery. The books in this series keep getting better and better. Loved it! Highly recommend!!
May 12, 2025
An enjoyable cozy with a determined sleuth and a strong community bond. Lila, Zoe, and Whiskers make a good team. This mystery had some unexpected twists and turns. It can be read as a standalone.
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