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Whispers of Kith and Kin
Fresh start, fake name, and a corpse that threatens to ruin it all…
Lizzy James doesn’t want to ruffle any feathers. Still dealing with trauma from her past, the cautious appraiser is horrified when an ordinary day on the job turns up a trio of dead bodies. And when Witness Protection sweeps her off to a sleepy Mississippi hamlet, the determined twenty-something plans to pursue peaceful anonymity… until her gossipy neighbor joins the not-so-dearly departed.
Fending off accusations of murder from an unscrupulous sheriff, the desperate woman arms herself with wits, faith, and the support of a sharp-eyed ten-year-old. But as the skeletons spilling out of the closets in her new hometown threaten to blow her cover wide open, she must push through her fears to find Christ in the chaos.
Will she receive her prayed-for fresh start, or will finding the truth cost her everything?
Whispers of Kith and Kin is the page-turning first book in The Whispers Christian cozy mystery series. If you enjoy Southern secrets, dashes of clean humor, and carnage served with cinnamon-sugar warmth, you’ll love Kaye Brownstone’s homey homicide.
Buy Whispers of Kith and Kin today and step into a world where the past is never truly dead!
Lizzy James doesn’t want to ruffle any feathers. Still dealing with trauma from her past, the cautious appraiser is horrified when an ordinary day on the job turns up a trio of dead bodies. And when Witness Protection sweeps her off to a sleepy Mississippi hamlet, the determined twenty-something plans to pursue peaceful anonymity… until her gossipy neighbor joins the not-so-dearly departed.
Fending off accusations of murder from an unscrupulous sheriff, the desperate woman arms herself with wits, faith, and the support of a sharp-eyed ten-year-old. But as the skeletons spilling out of the closets in her new hometown threaten to blow her cover wide open, she must push through her fears to find Christ in the chaos.
Will she receive her prayed-for fresh start, or will finding the truth cost her everything?
Whispers of Kith and Kin is the page-turning first book in The Whispers Christian cozy mystery series. If you enjoy Southern secrets, dashes of clean humor, and carnage served with cinnamon-sugar warmth, you’ll love Kaye Brownstone’s homey homicide.
Buy Whispers of Kith and Kin today and step into a world where the past is never truly dead!
342 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 13, 2025
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December 7, 2025
The perfect cozy read… with a bit of an edge. 🍂 I loved the author’s writing style from the very beginning. The story had me guessing til the very end, and the twist toward the end, well, let’s just say there was no putting it down at that point. 😅
Yet despite being a murder mystery, there are plenty of comedic moments that made me literally laugh out loud. Multiple storylines also tease at future books and add complexity and intrigue that make me very eager for the next one!
Yet despite being a murder mystery, there are plenty of comedic moments that made me literally laugh out loud. Multiple storylines also tease at future books and add complexity and intrigue that make me very eager for the next one!
November 2, 2025
Loved this debut “who done it” from Kaye Brownstone. It was equal parts mystery, compassion, and faith provoking. Can’t wait to read the sequel next year!
October 21, 2025
Amazing read!! Can’t wait for the second book!!
October 22, 2025
Loved it!
Excellent debut novel by this author. The book captured my interest from the beginning and I really enjoyed the book!
Excellent debut novel by this author. The book captured my interest from the beginning and I really enjoyed the book!
October 21, 2025
Love this book! If you love cozy mysteries, you’ll love Whispers of Kith and Kin!! Wonderful characters and a southern setting add to its charm. Highly recommend!
October 26, 2025
I loved this cozy mystery! I laughed a lot and gasped a time or two at the surprises. The characters are genuine, flawed, warm and relatable. You can tell that Kaye Brownstone poured all of herself into this book. I can't wait for more from her!
October 27, 2025
This new release is a fun, cozy murder mystery that is a perfect read for the fall days that are finally setting in!
The author doesn’t waste any time pulling you in with her engaging writing style. Several twists and turns and some sweet, light hearted moments in between. As it progresses, you do see varying layers to the story that hint at future books as well. Can’t wait to read more!
If you live in or around Kentucky (or even if you live far away!), support this local author! You won’t be disappointed!
The author doesn’t waste any time pulling you in with her engaging writing style. Several twists and turns and some sweet, light hearted moments in between. As it progresses, you do see varying layers to the story that hint at future books as well. Can’t wait to read more!
If you live in or around Kentucky (or even if you live far away!), support this local author! You won’t be disappointed!
December 9, 2025
Loved this cozy mystery! From the moment I picked it up I found myself sneaking away from my toddlers to read another chapter because I couldn’t get enough. The character development was the perfect mix of answering my inner questions and leaving suspense. I can’t wait for the next book to learn more!
December 11, 2025
A Cozy Mystery with Heart, Humor, and Real Healing
I picked this up during a season when I was trying to rebuild my life after a traumatic event, and Lizzy’s journey resonated so deeply with me. Her fear of messing up her second chance, her hyper-awareness, her desire to disappear into quiet anonymity, it all felt so real. And then the mystery kicks in, and the story somehow manages to be both suspenseful and comforting. Kaye Brownstone blends humor, danger, and faith in a way that reminded me that even chaos can become holy ground. A fantastic start to a series I’ll be following closely.
I picked this up during a season when I was trying to rebuild my life after a traumatic event, and Lizzy’s journey resonated so deeply with me. Her fear of messing up her second chance, her hyper-awareness, her desire to disappear into quiet anonymity, it all felt so real. And then the mystery kicks in, and the story somehow manages to be both suspenseful and comforting. Kaye Brownstone blends humor, danger, and faith in a way that reminded me that even chaos can become holy ground. A fantastic start to a series I’ll be following closely.
October 23, 2025
Amazing book! Amazing author!
November 14, 2025
Excellent read by a new author. I couldn’t put it down. The characters were well developed.
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