Something Borrowed, Something Wrong

by Samuel DenHartog

The wedding of the season in Cozy Cove is set to be a charming affair—until the bride vanishes the night before the ceremony. Her dress hangs untouched, the cake waits uncut, and the town is left wondering whether she bolted or something worse has happened. With no note, no witnesses, and no clear trail, theories flourish like heartbreak, scandal, or a secret too big to carry down the aisle.

Librarian Margot Bellamy is more comfortable cataloging forgotten romances than unraveling real ones, but when a misplaced book and a torn wedding veil turn up in the wrong places, she starts asking the quiet questions others avoid. As rumors twist through the sleepy Florida streets, she follows a breadcrumb trail through borrowed heirlooms, silent photographs, and a past the bride may have been desperate to escape. But when a ransom arrives days later, the mystery takes a darker turn—and the cozy corners of town begin to feel less safe.

As storm clouds gather on the coast and loyalties tangle like lace, Margot must read between the lines of everything she thought she knew. Because someone wanted this wedding stopped—and not for love.

Genres: Cozy Mystery

167 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 26, 2025

About the author

Samuel DenHartog is a versatile and imaginative author whose works span a wide array of genres, including mythology, fables, fairy tales, fantasy, romance, mystery, science fiction, and children's books. His stories captivate readers of all ages, blending wonder with rich, timeless narratives.

What sets Samuel apart is his ability to breathe new life into ancient tales while preserving their core essence. Whether it's mythology, folklore, or fairy tales from various cultures, by carefully balancing tradition with modern touches, he creates stories that resonate with contemporary audiences, making historical and mythical narratives feel fresh, relevant, and engaging.

Off the page, Samuel is a lifelong learner, constantly expanding his creative horizons and engaging with innovative ideas. His journey is a continual pursuit of knowledge and creativity, bridging the worlds of tradition and imagination.

Reviews

[Tammy Howard · Rating 2 out of 5]

I would like to thank the publisher for this Kindle copy of this book and Goodreads for hosting the giveaway. This is the second book in this cozy mystery series and unfortunately they fell flat to me. I couldn't connect with the characters and the authors writing style wasn't my cup of tea. I love cozy mysteries and really wanted to like them but found it dull and boring.

[NinetyDegreesPastPeriapsis · Rating 1 out of 5]

Denhartog's 9th published book in April of 2025.

Yes, he is publishing almost a dozen books per month using AI. And he'll probably manage to squeeze one more out by May 1.

[Tammy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Love the Cozy Cove Mysteries!
It's exactly what one would expect of a cozy mystery!
A small town wedding, when the bride doesn't show up the town librarian begins to investigate. Along the way she uses her connections with the community and engages with the police who dont quite view the disappearance as suspicious. A fun, quick read!

[Shelby · Rating 4 out of 5]

Small town librarian cozy

Margot's friend, Lindsey, is preparing to get married. But the bride...disappeared. Is she a runaway bride? We she kidnapped? Is she dead? Margot vows to find out what happened. My biggest complaint with this story is the minor characters tended to blend together.

[Lisa Marks · Rating 4 out of 5]

Charming mystery!

[Deb · Rating 3 out of 5]

i won this book on a good reads giveaway. although it was an ok story, it tended to run on and never get to the point. more chapters does not mean a better book.

[kc · Rating 5 out of 5]

His mysteries are not action filled and fast moving. But, rather, quiet and discrete. Great characters. Moving on to #3.