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A Flair for Trouble
From teachers to amateur sleuths,
Just add it to their list of other duties as assigned…
High school teacher Elle Dannon is juggling lesson plans, trying to avoid burnout, all while training her new mentee, first year teacher Cohen Sinclair.
Cohen Sinclair is trying to survive his first year of teacherhood. On top of everything else, he convinces Elle to team up with him to solve the case when a parent is murdered at an after school event. The amateur sleuthing duo fumbles their way through the case,
Little do they know, they’re being watched. By a group of teenagers so set on “shipping” them they create a paparazzi style Instagram account to document their interactions. Nosy students aren’t the only ones keeping tabs. A certain killer is hot on their heels. It’s a race to solve the case before the killer strikes again.
Just add it to their list of other duties as assigned…
High school teacher Elle Dannon is juggling lesson plans, trying to avoid burnout, all while training her new mentee, first year teacher Cohen Sinclair.
Cohen Sinclair is trying to survive his first year of teacherhood. On top of everything else, he convinces Elle to team up with him to solve the case when a parent is murdered at an after school event. The amateur sleuthing duo fumbles their way through the case,
Little do they know, they’re being watched. By a group of teenagers so set on “shipping” them they create a paparazzi style Instagram account to document their interactions. Nosy students aren’t the only ones keeping tabs. A certain killer is hot on their heels. It’s a race to solve the case before the killer strikes again.
252 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 7, 2025
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August 16, 2025
Cohen and Elle’s chemistry was so fun! I enjoyed their banter and look forward to more in the next book.
The plot twist at the end threw me for a loop when the killer wasn’t who I thought they were.
Highly recommend for cozy mystery and romance readers.
The plot twist at the end threw me for a loop when the killer wasn’t who I thought they were.
Highly recommend for cozy mystery and romance readers.
September 2, 2025
This book really held my interest and had great character development! I also loved the imagery and romance! I can't wait for the sequel!
August 23, 2025
Oh my goodness!!! Anyone who is a teacher or just loves Psych or other consultanting buddy crime shows HAS to read this!!! It is soooo cute, and Cohen is definitely my newest book boyfriend! I would love to see Jade and Cohen's sister helping solve some crimes in the upcoming books!
My favorite quote: "Sometimes, the most random spots or mundane things can transform with the right person." Pg. 177
9/16/25 I got the pleasure of meeting this author, and she was so amazing and kind!!! She is definitely one of my auto-buy authors!!! She also has a podcast called: "Where I Left Off." I get a lot of good recs from it!!!
My favorite quote: "Sometimes, the most random spots or mundane things can transform with the right person." Pg. 177
9/16/25 I got the pleasure of meeting this author, and she was so amazing and kind!!! She is definitely one of my auto-buy authors!!! She also has a podcast called: "Where I Left Off." I get a lot of good recs from it!!!
June 28, 2026
Probably 2.5, but rounding up.
There were a lot of grammatical errors in this book (specifically a lot of sentence fragments), so probably not a good pick for the grammar sticklers out there.
There were times where the dialogue was confusing. It almost felt like there was context missing from the page. Elle would react in a way that didn't flow with Cohen's banter, or Cohen would have a "what if she isn't into me" moment when there was nothing that would signal doubt. I think maybe some extra detail about what was going on in the character's mind would help a lot.
I almost put this book down a few chapters in, but something kept me reading it. I still haven't been able to put my finger on what kept me coming back. Maybe I'm a sucker for a good workplace romance (this is the first one I've read). I think it was something about the coziness of the plot though. It was a really comfortable, light-hearted rom com that held my attention just enough to keep reading. I will be giving the sequel a shot (while hoping for more proofreading/editing/revision).
There were a lot of grammatical errors in this book (specifically a lot of sentence fragments), so probably not a good pick for the grammar sticklers out there.
There were times where the dialogue was confusing. It almost felt like there was context missing from the page. Elle would react in a way that didn't flow with Cohen's banter, or Cohen would have a "what if she isn't into me" moment when there was nothing that would signal doubt. I think maybe some extra detail about what was going on in the character's mind would help a lot.
I almost put this book down a few chapters in, but something kept me reading it. I still haven't been able to put my finger on what kept me coming back. Maybe I'm a sucker for a good workplace romance (this is the first one I've read). I think it was something about the coziness of the plot though. It was a really comfortable, light-hearted rom com that held my attention just enough to keep reading. I will be giving the sequel a shot (while hoping for more proofreading/editing/revision).
August 24, 2026
I really enjoyed the characters and the story. The references were fun to see sprinkled throughout the book.
September 22, 2025
I was so impressed. The characters are so relatable. The book kept me intrigued. And the ending was a complete shock. Cannot wait for the next one.
September 15, 2025
This book is described as a "cozy mystery" and it definitely fills the bill along with a side of "rom com." Elle walks the tightrope of self doubt and confidence that nearly every woman experiences and she does it with wit and intelligent insight. Cohen brings that romance trope boyfriend energy of humor and compassion and the amazing ability to let Elle's strengths shine without being overshadowed. If you're looking for a quick, fun read that also has you trying to figure out who dunnit until the end, give this new author a try. I can't wait to see what books 2 & 3 bring.
Bonus:
I'm not a teacher but I do have several close friends and relatives who are and the descriptions and humor in this book regarding that career were a definite highlight.
Bonus:
I'm not a teacher but I do have several close friends and relatives who are and the descriptions and humor in this book regarding that career were a definite highlight.
September 28, 2025
This book was so fun! Things I loved: the mentor/mentee aspect, ALL the teacher things, the chemistry/flirty moments between these two, and the mystery elements. Definitely recommend for cozy mystery/romance lovers.
August 24, 2025
Fun, cozy fall mystery that gives a true behind the scenes into education and what teachers experience. Except hopefully not the murder part!
November 6, 2025
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Review:
This book was such a delight from start to finish! It had everything I love — clever references to my favorite TV shows, a corn maze, a haunted house, and even a carriage ride. Add in witty banter, bookish nods, and two incredibly relatable leads, and I was completely hooked.
Elle and Cohen are the kind of everyday heroes you can’t help but love. As teachers, they juggle evaluations, expectations, and endless stress — and yet they still show up for their students every day. The way the story captured the realities of teaching felt so genuine and heartfelt.
When these two stumble upon a murder, their investigation (and undeniable chemistry) kicks everything into high gear. The murder board and clue-hunting scenes were perfectly paced, and the Instagram account “shipping” them together had me laughing out loud — it’s exactly what high school students would do!
This story hit all the right notes: humor, heart, mystery, and just the right amount of slow-burn romance. I’m already counting down the days until book two!
Review:
This book was such a delight from start to finish! It had everything I love — clever references to my favorite TV shows, a corn maze, a haunted house, and even a carriage ride. Add in witty banter, bookish nods, and two incredibly relatable leads, and I was completely hooked.
Elle and Cohen are the kind of everyday heroes you can’t help but love. As teachers, they juggle evaluations, expectations, and endless stress — and yet they still show up for their students every day. The way the story captured the realities of teaching felt so genuine and heartfelt.
When these two stumble upon a murder, their investigation (and undeniable chemistry) kicks everything into high gear. The murder board and clue-hunting scenes were perfectly paced, and the Instagram account “shipping” them together had me laughing out loud — it’s exactly what high school students would do!
This story hit all the right notes: humor, heart, mystery, and just the right amount of slow-burn romance. I’m already counting down the days until book two!
June 30, 2026
I can't say I loved this book, but I also didn't dislike it though so I imagine it will be hit or miss with others and I say at least give it a shot! My biggest qualm is that unlike other cozy mysteries, there was no way anyone was going to guess the killer. You definitely cannot follow the mystery plot - there's no motives to mull over or real suspects or even much sleuthing - just a list of people they want to talk to and honestly they do a really poor job of that. But the romance side-plot was cute and I do like both Elle and Cohen as characters.
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