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Thorne Sister Sleuths Cozy Mysteries #7
Mums, Mayhem and Murder: A Thorne Sister Sleuths Cozy Mystery: Holiday Thanksgiving Cozy Mysteries Women Sleuths
Thanksgiving is in the air, and the Thorne sisters’ flower shop is overflowing with autumn mums, cinnamon-scented arrangements, and the cozy bustle of Bloomwood’s beloved Harvest Jubilee. Iris and Poppy Thorne are up to their elbows in plaid ribbons and pumpkin centerpieces, gearing up for their biggest commission yet, floral décor for the town’s centennial celebration dinner.
But when a prominent local collapses face-first into their prized Thanksgiving centerpiece during the mayor’s toast, the holiday cheer turns to shock. What was meant to be a joyful gathering of gratitude becomes a crime scene wrapped in whispers of curses, long-buried secrets, and a mysterious note.
As suspicion swirls through the town like falling leaves, Iris and Poppy dig into a tangled web of past heartbreaks, hidden motives, and old family feuds. With a lovesick secretary, a brooding groundskeeper, and a glamorous guest with ties to the victim, the sisters must work quickly to uncover the truth before someone else winds up carved out of the Thanksgiving picture.
Can Iris and Poppy solve the case in time to save the holiday... or will Bloomwood’s blessings give way to betrayal?
Curl up with Mums, Mayhem, and Murder, a heartwarming Southern mystery with a twist of danger and a slice of sweet potato pie.
But when a prominent local collapses face-first into their prized Thanksgiving centerpiece during the mayor’s toast, the holiday cheer turns to shock. What was meant to be a joyful gathering of gratitude becomes a crime scene wrapped in whispers of curses, long-buried secrets, and a mysterious note.
As suspicion swirls through the town like falling leaves, Iris and Poppy dig into a tangled web of past heartbreaks, hidden motives, and old family feuds. With a lovesick secretary, a brooding groundskeeper, and a glamorous guest with ties to the victim, the sisters must work quickly to uncover the truth before someone else winds up carved out of the Thanksgiving picture.
Can Iris and Poppy solve the case in time to save the holiday... or will Bloomwood’s blessings give way to betrayal?
Curl up with Mums, Mayhem, and Murder, a heartwarming Southern mystery with a twist of danger and a slice of sweet potato pie.
146 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 24, 2025
About the author
D.G. Thomas
26 booksD.G. Thomas is an author, storyteller, and independent publisher who writes engaging books for readers of all ages. From cozy mysteries filled with small-town secrets to imaginative children’s picture and chapter books, her stories blend warmth, humor, and unforgettable characters—always rooted in themes of family, friendship, community, belonging, and the power of human connection.
Her writing celebrates the beauty of everyday life through African American main characters, because she believes representation matters. Whether her characters are uncovering hidden truths in a charming Southern town or traveling through time to explore their ancestry, D.G. Thomas creates stories that entertain, inspire, and leave readers feeling seen.
She began her writing journey with The Magic Chest: Sands of Time, inspired by the bedtime stories she created for her children. That spark grew into a series that includes Dancing ’Til Dusk, Halloween Hideout, and Seaside Treasure. She’s also the author of several picture books including the anti-bullying book Norris and Twig and The Flower Power Unicorn series of moral tales for children, crafted to delight young readers with fun educational adventures.
For mystery lovers, she writes The Thorne Sister Sleuths Cozy Mystery Series, a charming collection of whodunits full of suspense, heart, and Southern flair. Each book in the series invites you into a world where secrets are hidden among the blooms and danger lurks beneath the surface of small-town charm. Whether they’re unraveling clues left in a rose garden, uncovering scandals tied to local landmarks, or confronting dark motives rooted in greed and jealousy, the Thorne sisters bring wit, courage, and a unique perspective to every case.
A graduate of the University of Louisville and a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, D.G. Thomas lives in Kentucky with her daughter, son, and their ever-curious cat.
Her writing celebrates the beauty of everyday life through African American main characters, because she believes representation matters. Whether her characters are uncovering hidden truths in a charming Southern town or traveling through time to explore their ancestry, D.G. Thomas creates stories that entertain, inspire, and leave readers feeling seen.
She began her writing journey with The Magic Chest: Sands of Time, inspired by the bedtime stories she created for her children. That spark grew into a series that includes Dancing ’Til Dusk, Halloween Hideout, and Seaside Treasure. She’s also the author of several picture books including the anti-bullying book Norris and Twig and The Flower Power Unicorn series of moral tales for children, crafted to delight young readers with fun educational adventures.
For mystery lovers, she writes The Thorne Sister Sleuths Cozy Mystery Series, a charming collection of whodunits full of suspense, heart, and Southern flair. Each book in the series invites you into a world where secrets are hidden among the blooms and danger lurks beneath the surface of small-town charm. Whether they’re unraveling clues left in a rose garden, uncovering scandals tied to local landmarks, or confronting dark motives rooted in greed and jealousy, the Thorne sisters bring wit, courage, and a unique perspective to every case.
A graduate of the University of Louisville and a member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, D.G. Thomas lives in Kentucky with her daughter, son, and their ever-curious cat.
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November 16, 2025
I got half way into it and felt like it was finally getting started. I had to stop there though. There were soooo many literary devices thrown in that you got no actual information. What was there was very drawn out. Everything was compared as a metaphor or a simile. If not that then there was a metaphor. It just got very frustrating. The literary devices are well thought out and the premise of the story is interesting. You just don't get a good story with only literary devices and barely any supporting information.
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