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Murder in the Archives: A Completely Gripping Cozy Murder Mystery
A book fair, a seaside town, and a killer plot twist.
Retired librarian Amelia Clark thought inheriting her Aunt’s cottage in Maple Shores meant peaceful days and seaside sunsets. But when the town’s annual book fair turns deadly, Amelia’s knack for noticing the details no one else sees pulls her straight into the middle of a murder.
With her Golden Retriever Duke sniffing out more than snacks, and Nora, her gossip-loving bestie, fanning the flames of small-town drama, Amelia discovers that everyone had a reason to despise Lyle Patterson, the visiting author found crushed beneath library shelves.
Was it Diana Winslow, the flamboyant shop owner with a grudge? Or Elliott Mustang, the humiliated local writer Lyle mocked?
Yet the trail doesn’t end with the townsfolk. Her aunt’s journals expose long-buried scandals tied to Maple Shores’ powerful council, and uncovering them draws the attention of someone willing to kill to keep the past quiet.
Time is running out to save her aunt’s legacy, because if she doesn’t the next obituary in Maple Shores could be her own.
Retired librarian Amelia Clark thought inheriting her Aunt’s cottage in Maple Shores meant peaceful days and seaside sunsets. But when the town’s annual book fair turns deadly, Amelia’s knack for noticing the details no one else sees pulls her straight into the middle of a murder.
With her Golden Retriever Duke sniffing out more than snacks, and Nora, her gossip-loving bestie, fanning the flames of small-town drama, Amelia discovers that everyone had a reason to despise Lyle Patterson, the visiting author found crushed beneath library shelves.
Was it Diana Winslow, the flamboyant shop owner with a grudge? Or Elliott Mustang, the humiliated local writer Lyle mocked?
Yet the trail doesn’t end with the townsfolk. Her aunt’s journals expose long-buried scandals tied to Maple Shores’ powerful council, and uncovering them draws the attention of someone willing to kill to keep the past quiet.
Time is running out to save her aunt’s legacy, because if she doesn’t the next obituary in Maple Shores could be her own.
168 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 13, 2025
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January 10, 2026
This is another excellent written book by Kara Post. There are lots of twists and turns in this story to keep you interested in what is happening. Amelia Clark is just staying to get comfortable back in her aunt Eleanor’s home in Maple Shores with her golden lab dog Duke and enjoying her best friend from years ago Nora Bennett who owns Maple Crumb Bakery. When they get involved in another case of murder. There are lots of twists and turns to keep anyone interested in what is happening and the local Detective Mark Evans and Detective Jenna Reyes try to keep everyone safe. There are lots of suspects that have a motive for wanting the victim dead, so it takes a little while for everything to come out. If you enjoy fast moving murder mysteries this an excellent book to read.
December 15, 2025
Murder in the Archives is an Excellent story is about Amelia who is a Retired Librarian and inherits her Aunt Eleanor's cottage. She and her friend Nora a Bakery Owner were volunteering. But a body is found in Library and Detectives Mark Evans and Jenna Reyes investigate. Amelia with the assistance of Nora , Derek and Tommy investigate unofficially. They follow a trail of clues which were linked to the past.
But can they uncover the while truth?
Superb story and series that I enjoyed reading and highly recommend that you read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
But can they uncover the while truth?
Superb story and series that I enjoyed reading and highly recommend that you read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 17, 2025
Murder in the Archives by Kara Post
The star of this book is Duke the golden retriever.
Amelia is thrown into another mystery at the Maple Shores Book Fair. Lyle Patterson a not well-liked man is murdered. Tie that with her late aunt's journals and messages and you have a full-on mystery. There are lots of suspects but its up to Amelia to find the right one.
I really liked this book, and it was a quick and easy cozy mystery to read. This is book 4 in the series, and I hope there is more of Amelia and Duke to come.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
The star of this book is Duke the golden retriever.
Amelia is thrown into another mystery at the Maple Shores Book Fair. Lyle Patterson a not well-liked man is murdered. Tie that with her late aunt's journals and messages and you have a full-on mystery. There are lots of suspects but its up to Amelia to find the right one.
I really liked this book, and it was a quick and easy cozy mystery to read. This is book 4 in the series, and I hope there is more of Amelia and Duke to come.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 17, 2025
Thid is Book 4 of An Amelia Clark Cozy Mystery series. While it can be read as a standalone for maximum enjoyment read the previous book before this one.
The world building continues to excel and impress. Plot was intriguing and exciting and deliciously mysterious. The characters continue to shine and were positively quirky and well written. All in all a great addition to the series. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend this series.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
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The world building continues to excel and impress. Plot was intriguing and exciting and deliciously mysterious. The characters continue to shine and were positively quirky and well written. All in all a great addition to the series. Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend this series.
Grab a copy, kick back and enjoy!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 19, 2025
As a retired librarian, Amelia loves books and is looking forward to the annual book fair. But suddenly someone is dead and it looks like murder. There seem to be no shortage of suspects in the small town or lack of rumors swirling and fingers being pointed. Can the killer be found before he strikes again? I love Amelia and her bestie Nora looking around town for clues along with Duke. Another fantastic adventure with the gang!.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 20, 2025
loved it !! love this series !!! love Amelia, Duke the dog and Nora the bestie... a fun fast paced murder mystery for them to solve... the annual book fair was something to look forward to... then, a visiting author is found crushed to death under bookcases... accident or murder ? well, nobody liked him but to kill him !! Amelia and gang go out to solve this one !!! small town secrets.. grudges and more...! so good !!.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 24, 2025
Murder in the archives by Kara Post what an exciting read. There’s mystery, murder, mischief & excitement with a touch of romance. Nora went to the Bakery for food & coffee as she always did. There always is gossip floating around the bakery. And now they have to figure out who dunit & sneaking around is all about. Without giving it all away you are going to have to read this awesome book you will not regret it. Yes I have this book and I’m giving an honest review, I loved this book it has great characters and an awesome story line.
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January 4, 2026
Murder in the Archives is a story about Amelia who is a retired librarian and inherits her aunt 's cottage.
The star of this book is Duke the golden retriever.
Amelia is thrown into another mystery : Lyle Patterson a not well-liked man is murdered.
The world building continues to excel and impress.
Plot was intriguing and exciting and deliciously mysterious.
The characters continue to shine and were positively quirky and well written.
The star of this book is Duke the golden retriever.
Amelia is thrown into another mystery : Lyle Patterson a not well-liked man is murdered.
The world building continues to excel and impress.
Plot was intriguing and exciting and deliciously mysterious.
The characters continue to shine and were positively quirky and well written.
December 16, 2025
Amelia is once again digging into a death and secrets in town. A cozy mystery with a canine sidekick, small town gossip and lots of rumours. So many surprises!.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 16, 2025
This book is full of mystery and cryptic messages. Secrets are hidden in the library. Murder is the key to the mystery. W.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 23, 2025
Amelia inherited her Aunt’s cottage and then her life changes when she is in the midst of a murder . Lots of suspense and mayhem to this intriguing read. I enjoyed this read and recommend this book to other readers.
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