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Secrets at the Zoo: Gwen Lawson Mysteries
Secrets at the Zoo
A Gwen Lawson Mystery (Short Fiction)
Gwen Lawson is hoping for a quiet day at the zoo with her grandkids—not a front-row seat to a suspicious fatal fall inside the gorilla sanctuary. But when her strange second sight flares up, she knows this was no accident.
Someone pushed that zookeeper, and Gwen is determined to find out who.
Armed with a cryptic notebook, her own sharp instincts, and backup from her best friends Teensie and Lorraine, Gwen digs into a trail of secrets, shady staffers, and stolen animal supplies. But someone on the inside is watching her—and they’ll do anything to keep the truth fenced in.
Set against the backdrop of family chaos, zoo politics, and one stubborn llama back home, Secrets at the Zoo delivers a smart, suspenseful short mystery full of dry humor, deep heart, and a heroine who always trusts her gut—even when it leads straight into danger.
A Gwen Lawson Mystery (Short Fiction)
Gwen Lawson is hoping for a quiet day at the zoo with her grandkids—not a front-row seat to a suspicious fatal fall inside the gorilla sanctuary. But when her strange second sight flares up, she knows this was no accident.
Someone pushed that zookeeper, and Gwen is determined to find out who.
Armed with a cryptic notebook, her own sharp instincts, and backup from her best friends Teensie and Lorraine, Gwen digs into a trail of secrets, shady staffers, and stolen animal supplies. But someone on the inside is watching her—and they’ll do anything to keep the truth fenced in.
Set against the backdrop of family chaos, zoo politics, and one stubborn llama back home, Secrets at the Zoo delivers a smart, suspenseful short mystery full of dry humor, deep heart, and a heroine who always trusts her gut—even when it leads straight into danger.
29 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 8, 2025
About the author
Lisabeth Earley
9 books1 followerLisabeth Earley writes cozy mysteries filled with small-town secrets, clever women over fifty, and just a whisper of the supernatural.
Her Gwen Lawson Mystery Shorts are perfect for readers who love quick, satisfying stories with Southern charm, lifelong friendships, and sleuths who trust their instincts (and occasionally talk to llamas).
Lisabeth believes there’s no problem a strong cup of coffee, a loyal friend, and a well-placed flashlight can’t solve. When she’s not writing, she’s reading cozies by the dozen, dreaming up new sleuthing scenarios, or sipping coffee under a quilt with a mystery on her lap.
She’s always delighted to connect with fellow cozy lovers. You can find her newsletter (with free stories and sleuthing challenges!) here:
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Her Gwen Lawson Mystery Shorts are perfect for readers who love quick, satisfying stories with Southern charm, lifelong friendships, and sleuths who trust their instincts (and occasionally talk to llamas).
Lisabeth believes there’s no problem a strong cup of coffee, a loyal friend, and a well-placed flashlight can’t solve. When she’s not writing, she’s reading cozies by the dozen, dreaming up new sleuthing scenarios, or sipping coffee under a quilt with a mystery on her lap.
She’s always delighted to connect with fellow cozy lovers. You can find her newsletter (with free stories and sleuthing challenges!) here:
📬 https://forms.aweber.com/form/30/1046...
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November 8, 2025
A fun quick read
Gwen is at the zoo with her family helping with her grandchildren. As the day is winding down they come upon a crowd that has formed around the gorilla enclosure. When she finds out that a zoo attendant has died she becomes suspicious. From there the story moves quickly to a surprise ending. A fun read.
Gwen is at the zoo with her family helping with her grandchildren. As the day is winding down they come upon a crowd that has formed around the gorilla enclosure. When she finds out that a zoo attendant has died she becomes suspicious. From there the story moves quickly to a surprise ending. A fun read.
August 8, 2025
A very quick read. Grandma Gwen at the Zoo with her family when they notice a crowd acting “off”. A keeper has fallen, perhaps pushed by a gorilla. Gwen has a vision & knows that someone else was up there & pushed him. She manages to get an it sorted quite cleverly.
August 11, 2025
Gwen Lawson goes to Monroe Zoo with her family and there a murder takes place. There is a lot going on than meets the eye. Lots of suspense and fast-pace action. A captivating read from the start. I received this ARC copy and recommend this book to other readers.
Displaying 1 - 3 of 3 reviews