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Meg Reed Investigates #2
A Slaying at the Ski Lodge
Meg Reed is finally getting the hang of her job at Northwest Extreme magazine—or so she thinks until she’s assigned to cover a new mountaineering team training at Oregon’s remote Silcox Hut.
The rustic, timber-framed lodge promises crackling fires, hearty meals, and the perfect opportunity to gather material for her story while staying safely indoors.
But when a massive blizzard traps the entire group at the lodge and one of the team is found murdered in the snow outside, Meg realizes she’s snowed in with a killer.
As Meg digs deeper into the tight-knit climbing community’s rivalries and betrayals, she uncovers hidden agendas that run as deep as the snowdrifts outside. Can she use her investigative skills to identify the murderer before she becomes another casualty of the mountain?
This page-turning mystery delivers thrills both indoors and out, proving that Meg’s talent for stumbling into danger—and solving crimes—knows no bounds. A perfect clean, cozy read for fans of Lauren Elliott, Tonya Kappes and Ellery Adams.
A Slaying at the Ski Lodge was previously published as Slayed on the Slopes.
Readers love reporter Meg
“Meg is back and off on another adventure and again she is not prepared and I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT!! …This was a fantastic story with a huge OMG moment.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Love this series! Can’t wait to read the next adventure!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“This series just keeps getting better! … The plot twists and turns were exciting… I need to keep reading this series!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Kept me guessing! I couldn't put it down!... I loved it.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Meg is back! …This book was every bit as fun to read as the first.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I am totally and utterly one of Meg's biggest fans. I love how she attacks her adventures with a bit of hesitant conviction, even though she knows that she's way out of her element, and stands by her beliefs and true personality… I really love all the characters… 5 magical stars.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Fun… lighthearted… A rare combination of girl fun and adventure.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I am addicted to this series!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The rustic, timber-framed lodge promises crackling fires, hearty meals, and the perfect opportunity to gather material for her story while staying safely indoors.
But when a massive blizzard traps the entire group at the lodge and one of the team is found murdered in the snow outside, Meg realizes she’s snowed in with a killer.
As Meg digs deeper into the tight-knit climbing community’s rivalries and betrayals, she uncovers hidden agendas that run as deep as the snowdrifts outside. Can she use her investigative skills to identify the murderer before she becomes another casualty of the mountain?
This page-turning mystery delivers thrills both indoors and out, proving that Meg’s talent for stumbling into danger—and solving crimes—knows no bounds. A perfect clean, cozy read for fans of Lauren Elliott, Tonya Kappes and Ellery Adams.
A Slaying at the Ski Lodge was previously published as Slayed on the Slopes.
Readers love reporter Meg
“Meg is back and off on another adventure and again she is not prepared and I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT!! …This was a fantastic story with a huge OMG moment.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Love this series! Can’t wait to read the next adventure!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“This series just keeps getting better! … The plot twists and turns were exciting… I need to keep reading this series!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Kept me guessing! I couldn't put it down!... I loved it.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Meg is back! …This book was every bit as fun to read as the first.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I am totally and utterly one of Meg's biggest fans. I love how she attacks her adventures with a bit of hesitant conviction, even though she knows that she's way out of her element, and stands by her beliefs and true personality… I really love all the characters… 5 magical stars.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Fun… lighthearted… A rare combination of girl fun and adventure.” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“I am addicted to this series!” Reader review, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
308 pages, Paperback
First published August 12, 2025
About the author
Ellie Alexander
94 books3,179 followersEllie is a voracious storyteller and a lover of words and all things bookish. She believes that stories have the ability to transport and transform us. With over forty published novels and counting, her goal is to tell stories that provide points of connection, escape, and understanding.
She loves inhabiting someone else’s skin through the pages of a book and is passionate about helping writers find their unique storytelling lens. As a writing teacher and coach, she guides writers in crafting the story they’ve always wanted to tell while navigating the path to publication that’s right for them.
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February 23, 2026
Meg Reed pitched a feature story idea to her boss, Greg Dixon, Editor in Chief of Northwest Extreme. The timing of the event she wants to cover coincides perfectly with a getaway weekend he was planning. Greg has now turned that trip into a staff getaway weekend involving skiing. Given her job, you may be surprised by her thoughts on skiing. Throw in Meg's fear of heights, and what could possibly go wrong?
This was the perfect cozy mystery to read during the Winter Olympics, especially with Meg's feature story focusing on the Ridge Rangers—a newly formed group of mostly snowboarders aiming to become Oregon's premier high-altitude guiding team. Meg meets them at the iconic Silcox Hut on Mount Hood, situated at an elevation of 7,000 feet, where the challenges of the mountains set the stage for adventure and intrigue.
There's a colorful cast of secondary characters—some returning favorites and others new to this trip. As always, the author gives each one a distinctive personality and a clear role within the mystery, making it easy to keep track of everyone. The author's vivid, sensory writing immerses you in every setting, scene, and conversation, making you feel as though you're right there alongside the characters.
I can't wait to read the next book in the series—there's never a dull moment with Meg Reed.
At the end of the novel, you'll find special features of "Meg's Adventure Tips" and "Meg's A Slaying at the Ski Lodge Scenic Tour," highlighting 5 stops if you'd like to take your own adventure on Mount Hood following Meg's adventure.
Reviewer's Note: "A Slaying at the Ski Lodge" was previously published as "Slayed on the Slopes."
This was the perfect cozy mystery to read during the Winter Olympics, especially with Meg's feature story focusing on the Ridge Rangers—a newly formed group of mostly snowboarders aiming to become Oregon's premier high-altitude guiding team. Meg meets them at the iconic Silcox Hut on Mount Hood, situated at an elevation of 7,000 feet, where the challenges of the mountains set the stage for adventure and intrigue.
There's a colorful cast of secondary characters—some returning favorites and others new to this trip. As always, the author gives each one a distinctive personality and a clear role within the mystery, making it easy to keep track of everyone. The author's vivid, sensory writing immerses you in every setting, scene, and conversation, making you feel as though you're right there alongside the characters.
I can't wait to read the next book in the series—there's never a dull moment with Meg Reed.
At the end of the novel, you'll find special features of "Meg's Adventure Tips" and "Meg's A Slaying at the Ski Lodge Scenic Tour," highlighting 5 stops if you'd like to take your own adventure on Mount Hood following Meg's adventure.
Reviewer's Note: "A Slaying at the Ski Lodge" was previously published as "Slayed on the Slopes."
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November 15, 2025the mystery in this book didn’t feel as fully formed but i still enjoyed it, the author is great at immersing you in the environment and including educational tidbits; i like all the characters and excited to see how to romance develops
December 5, 2025
The mystery itself was not my favorite and would’ve gotten a three star, but all of the personal information surrounding Meg and her background was really interesting!
August 17, 2025
"A Slaying At The Ski Lodge" is book #2 in the "Meg Reed Investigates" series by Ellie Alexander.
Meg Reed takes on an assignment to cover a new mountaineering team training at the Silcox Hut in remote Oregon. She quickly realizes that her thoughts of being able to stay inside, observe and interview team members wasn't going to happen. A massive blizzard, rivalries, secret agendas and a team member found dead in the snow turn the training session and her assignment upside down.
This was a really interesting story. Like Meg, I'm not a fan of heights either so doubt I'd ever be visiting but reading the vividly described wilderness settings as well as the Silcox Hut and Timberline Lodge gave me a really good feel of the area.
The murder wasn't a surprise. The victim was an ass but the question was who had the strongest motive? There were several people who seemed to be acting a bit odd given the circumstances but was it because of the murder or something else? I quickly narrowed in on one suspect but wasn't completely sure of why they would do it. The reveal was well done!
Along with trying to stay focused to write her article, Meg managed to stumble unto some information that made her a target of the killer but also put her at odds with some of the other people at the Hut. Before the killer was caught, Meg found herself in a couple of dangerous circumstances that could prove deadly.
Subplots included developments with her friend Jill and boyfriend Will, some stunning information from Matt and a few more things that I won't spoil here.
Overall, this was a page turner of a cozy mystery!
Meg Reed takes on an assignment to cover a new mountaineering team training at the Silcox Hut in remote Oregon. She quickly realizes that her thoughts of being able to stay inside, observe and interview team members wasn't going to happen. A massive blizzard, rivalries, secret agendas and a team member found dead in the snow turn the training session and her assignment upside down.
This was a really interesting story. Like Meg, I'm not a fan of heights either so doubt I'd ever be visiting but reading the vividly described wilderness settings as well as the Silcox Hut and Timberline Lodge gave me a really good feel of the area.
The murder wasn't a surprise. The victim was an ass but the question was who had the strongest motive? There were several people who seemed to be acting a bit odd given the circumstances but was it because of the murder or something else? I quickly narrowed in on one suspect but wasn't completely sure of why they would do it. The reveal was well done!
Along with trying to stay focused to write her article, Meg managed to stumble unto some information that made her a target of the killer but also put her at odds with some of the other people at the Hut. Before the killer was caught, Meg found herself in a couple of dangerous circumstances that could prove deadly.
Subplots included developments with her friend Jill and boyfriend Will, some stunning information from Matt and a few more things that I won't spoil here.
Overall, this was a page turner of a cozy mystery!
May 13, 2026
Once again Meg solves the crime, not because she figures it out but because the killer thought she had figured it out. I hope the whole series isn't going to be like this. I continue to like her grandmother, the sheriff and her other two friends, but I'm really having a hard time liking Meg.
There were also several plot holes and moves by her that didn't make any sense. Why didn't she stay close to where she found a vital piece of evidence? She had planned to guard it so nobody could come take it, but then for no reason, she went back to the lodge instead of waiting at the scene for the sheriff. She knew she was in danger but got on a ski lift in the dark anyway when she could have stayed safely at the lodge? The sheriff is obviously good at his job. Why doesn't she trust him to figure it out? Why does she move evidence?
I realize the author was just beginning to find her way in crafting mysteries, so I'll stick with it for another book. The actual writing skills are excellent. It's just the plotting that is iffy at times.
There were also several plot holes and moves by her that didn't make any sense. Why didn't she stay close to where she found a vital piece of evidence? She had planned to guard it so nobody could come take it, but then for no reason, she went back to the lodge instead of waiting at the scene for the sheriff. She knew she was in danger but got on a ski lift in the dark anyway when she could have stayed safely at the lodge? The sheriff is obviously good at his job. Why doesn't she trust him to figure it out? Why does she move evidence?
I realize the author was just beginning to find her way in crafting mysteries, so I'll stick with it for another book. The actual writing skills are excellent. It's just the plotting that is iffy at times.
March 2, 2026
This has a really unique premise. The main character is a writer for a very sports oriented magazine in Oregon. For a story, she’s gone up to a remote area of a mountain at 7000 feet, where of course someone get murdered. It was an enjoyable, good story, with some interesting characters - although not many were really developed. There are weird rivalries, hidden agendas, and a short list of suspects. And a very large amount of baked goods. She seems to have a crush on her boss who alternatively treats her well and is mad at her. I won’t read any more books in this series because the heroine was alternately, I can do this hard thing!, and being really insecure.
May 26, 2026
‘Okay, It’s just like on Masterpiece Mystery.’
Meg finds herself in a very cold and snowy situation is book 2. Assigned an article on a mountain rescue team her only concern is being able to hide the fact that she can’t ski. Easy peasy. Until she’s in a killer’s crosshairs after the man financing the team is killed during a blizzard on the mountain. Doing the sensible thing and getting the heck out of dodge isn’t her style though and despite promising to keep her nose out of it, she doesn’t and nearly pays the ultimate price.
Meg finds herself in a very cold and snowy situation is book 2. Assigned an article on a mountain rescue team her only concern is being able to hide the fact that she can’t ski. Easy peasy. Until she’s in a killer’s crosshairs after the man financing the team is killed during a blizzard on the mountain. Doing the sensible thing and getting the heck out of dodge isn’t her style though and despite promising to keep her nose out of it, she doesn’t and nearly pays the ultimate price.
February 1, 2026
The thing I like most about the two series I’ve read from Ellie Alexander is that the while there is main mystery to each book there is a secondary mystery that runs through the series. Really keeps you hooked in the story. I enjoyed this second book in this series a little more than the first. However, I still felt that the mystery was wrapped up without much to go on and not as many questions answered. Still love the characters though and the writing style.
August 27, 2025
Ugh! This story was so good and a great follow up to the first book. Meg is back at it again and finds herself in the middle of another murder investigation. I loved the characters in this one and the ski lodge setting and how it ended! Ugh!! Cannot wait to get my hands on the next one!
September 15, 2025
I love all of Ellie Alexanders series and I wanted to love this one too. Gave it two tries but after book 2 IM out. Meg definitely falls in the too stupid to live Main character club and I can't get past that.
June 19, 2026
This was a great mystery. Meg is so curious that she can’t let go of the murders happening around her. I liked that Henry hints at having information about her fathers death. Hopefully the next book talks about what happened to her dad.
August 16, 2025
Loved it!!!
November 8, 2025
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January 8, 2026
Better than hb
I think I enjoyed this one more than the first one. Meg is still Meg, but I felt the story was stronger and drew me in right from start.
I think I enjoyed this one more than the first one. Meg is still Meg, but I felt the story was stronger and drew me in right from start.
March 29, 2026
As an Oregonian with a view of Mt. Hood, I enjoyed this story. I didn't enjoy the ending which fell flat. I assume it was a set-up for Meg's next adventure.
September 15, 2025
Overall a good cozy mystery. It seems a little unrealistic that Meg keeps thinking she can do all these things. But Ellie is a great writer and the books are a good palette cleanser.
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