Head Over Heels

Detective Kate Rosetti Mystery #14

by Gina LaManna

Kate Rosetti is in L-O-V-E and staring down the barrel at her newly set wedding date. But she’s not the only bride-to-be in town, and unfortunately, the young woman who turns up wearing a gorgeous gown and vintage veil in the Mississippi River is D-E-A-D.

As Kate embarks on a case in which she must find the monster who murdered the woman in the wedding dress, she must also deal with her own feelings about walking down the aisle. Will the investigation rattle her resolve to marry her billionaire fiancé, or will she walk away with justice served…and wedding bells chiming?

231 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 1, 2026

About the author

Originally from St. Paul, Minnesota, Gina LaManna has also called Italy and Los Angeles home. After studying numbers and equations in college, she realized multiple choice tests were “just not for her” and began writing books instead. She loves cappuccino foam and whipped cream and would subsist solely on sprinkles if possible. She currently lives in St. Paul with her wonderful husband and family.

Reviews

[Merry Chapman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finally Kate has set the date for her marriage to Gem - New Year's Eve. She is driving her best friend, Melinda, crazy with her blasé act toward all the wedding fixings that need to be done. It's only 2 months away! But, a middle of the night call has Kate and her partner, Jimmy heading to the river to investigate the murder of a young woman in a bridal gown wearing where she met up with Melinda examining the poor young woman with the crime techs. And so Kate and Jimmy begin their investigation. With so many twists and turns we are taken on a ride trying to guess who murdered the young victim. Will this throw a monkey wrench into Kate's wedding plans? This is a fantastic addition to the Kate Rosetti series that you just can't put down once you start! I can't believe this is the fourteenth book in the series and I can't wait for the next book! Will Kate and Gem finally get married? Not only do I highly recommend this book, but I also highly recommend the entire series. I received an ARC of this book but the opinions expressed here are strictly my own.

[Barbara Hackel · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kate Rosetti has finally set the date for her wedding to the love of her life, Alastair Gem. Is it bad form to pick out a wedding dress while investigating a murder of a woman who was found wearing a wedding dress and a vintage veil? A veil that is owned by the particular shop where Kate has possibly found a dress? Just when I thought I would never hear about Rosetti happily shopping for clothes, she goes right to "THE" dress? After knowing Kate for 13 books, I confess it was a bit of a shock!

While fashion shows and designer gowns are a surprise in the Rosetti world, it was a fascinating story. Readers are already invested in Kate's upcoming nuptials, so it was delightful to get to witness a sliver of a happy bride-to-be amongst the daily bleakness of her normal job. Now I am anxiously waiting for the next book in this engrossing series!

[Stephanie Corbett · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 Stars 🌟 - Another Great Instalment In this Series

This is the 14th book in the series and you really need to read the previous books! Whilst this book has its own self contained mystery that Kate Rosetti and her partner and team are trying to solve, there is also the overall storyline of the characters and their relationships. We have grow with those characters and their friendships and romances and you don’t want to miss that.

I love the mystery within this book, and absolutely adore the romance and seeing Kate & Alastair Gem progressing and starting planning their wedding. This is a fast paced book with a mystery that keeps you guessing to the end and an added depth as we see Kate and Gem’s story reach such a pivotal point.

I voluntarily reviewed an advanced copy of this book.

[Sherri · Rating 5 out of 5]

***I received an ARC from the author in exchange for my honest opinion

Now that Kate has (finally) decided to settle down and marry Gem, she has set a wedding date..... for New Year's Eve, which is only two month's away. While everyone around her is panicking about all that needs to be done, Kate is completely unbothered. She would be just fine getting married in Vegas by an Elvis impersonator. It figures that her latest homicide case involves a woman found floating in the river wearing a wedding dress & vintage wedding veil. Talk about irony.....

I love this series, and each book is better than the last. I am so excited for the wedding of Gem & Kate. It has been a long time coming! The mystery kept me guessing, and I loved how Kate & her partner attempted to go undercover at a wedding boutique & have Kate try on wedding dresses. That went about as well as you can imagine, and their cover was blown before they left. Generally I would say these books can be read as a standalone, but because of the pending nuptials, you would find it much more enjoyable to have read some of the previous books to get a sense of their relationship.

[Marsha · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm really enjoying this 'softer' side of Kate. Coming across a murdered bride might taint the affair of a person planning a wedding, but not Kate. It only fuels her. Although making decisions about your own wedding while investigating bridal shops may not be the best idea. Kate is one smart cookie. She has a gut instinct that never lets her down. Oh, people (suspects/persons of interest) will try their best to throw the detective off her game, but she seems to know when a person is hiding something. Some interesting characters. Quite a few possible suspects. No violence or sexual content. (Safe for teens and up.) Even though this is a crime (a murder) that Kate is trying to solve, this is a fun read. It felt a little more upbeat than some of the other cases in the series. Maybe that's because Kate if starting to loosen up some? Whatever the case, this was an enjoyable read. It's well written and reads quickly and easily, and only Kate's POV.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kate is getting married! Finally, she’s about to walk down the aisle to the man she loves—but unfortunately, her newest case involves a dead bride! Could this give Kate cold feet? This series just keeps getting better with every book, and I love seeing how much Kate has grown with each installment. The mystery kept me guessing right up to the end, and I’m already looking forward to the next one. Can’t wait for more!

[Ricki · Rating 3 out of 5]

Det Kate Rosetti is called to the crime scene of a victim found floating by the river, dressed like a bride including a pricey vintage veil. Kate & partner Jimmy enter into the high fashion world of designers, models and all peripheral people. There are more than enough people to interview and most have no real info for Kate/Jimmy. Medical Examiner & friend, Melinda is inspired to convince Kate it would be a good time to shop for wedding dresses for Kate's wedding while investigating.

Then a second body is found also clad in bridal attire posed in a local church and yet they are no closer to finding the killer. The clues near the end combine to point at the killer.

This series is a police procedural lite, easy and quick to read. About a 3.25 for me.

[Candy Galindo · Rating 4 out of 5]

I absolutely love this series. Kate Rosetti and her partner(the perpetually about to retire Jimmy) solve another series of murders and we learn more about Kate's life. (Each book builds on the next and should be read in order to better understand the characters and relationships) Not only are these books fun, engaging, quick reads, but the police procedural aspect is accurate and Kate is written realistically. This is written like a real investigation which is refreshing after some books in the mystery/thriller genre which are just wrong or unrealistic and make me throw my kindle. I can't wait for the next book in this series.

[Margaux Espinosa · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love this series. Kate is so relatable, her past traumas and insecurities at least. I’m definitely not a detective and have no where near her incite or intelligence. But I love mysteries and crime dramas, and who can resist a bit of sweet romance mixed in? If you’re anything like me and you do as well I highly recommend this series. The side characters are great entertainment, the male love interest is sweet, understanding, sexy and rich in the best non-flashy way and the murder investigations are thought provoking and unpredictable.

[Susan Wright · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great Kate Rosetta story

I was really hoping this would be the one.... The one where Kate and Gem made it official. Talk of a bridal fashion show, A visit to the bridal salon, actual!y setting the date , I thought it was going to happen. But no, not one, but two murders where the corpses were dressed in bridal gowns. Of course, Kate solved it. It was a great story, but can we get to the important stuff and get the wedding finalized. Love these books. One of my favorite series ever. Gina LaManna, you are awesome.

[Alisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kate Does It Again

You can't help but like the characters in this series. Kate, Gem, the "girls", Jimmy, and all the rest. The cases are always interesting and the romance is spot on. This time not only is Kate investigating a strange case, she's also springing her wedding date on everyone. It's an excellent continuation to a fantastic series. I can't wait for the wedding and to find out what happens when she and Gem try to take a honeymoon.

[jacqueline wesson · Rating 3 out of 5]

research/ review needed

May be some better research ?
Kate leaves work to meet her friends in the bar, Gem picks her up to go home, back at home she gets a call in the night about the missing girl .Kate leaves for Henry’s house, how? Her car is at the police station !
She goes to the hotel it’s about 4.00 to speak to the bar staff. The bar would be closed at around midnight so no bar staff are available to talk either at 4.00
Not realistic

[Dana F · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely loved it

Kate never lets you down. This is a quick read but it’s action packed. You won’t be disappointed and we are getting closer to the wedding. I have been team Gem from the beginning. I love how this is set in Minnesota yes I know Gina lives here and so do I. The cheese store in MOA was my husband’s favorite place. Loved it

[M · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing! Detective Kate Rosetti has to try to solve a murder dealing with wedding dresses all while trying to figure out her own wedding to Gem as well. Will the people she meets in the wedding and fashion industry help her get into the wedding planning mood? Read to find out!

[Julie Gray · Rating 5 out of 5]

To be a bride or not?

Just as Kate feels comfortable to set a date there’s a death and first impressions scream bride so what’s a detective to do?
Gina leads us through Kate’s thoughts and mental torture about planning a wedding whilst solving a crime. Gem and Jack get mentions but are very much background characters in this book.
Nevertheless a big thumbs up read

[MaKai Magie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoy Gina LaManna’s books. She has a wide range of writing and seems only to get better. The Detective Kay Rosetti series is one of my favorites. They are a quick read, fun, and who doesn’t love a who done it?

[Ann MR · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read all in this series and look forward to each newly released one. I am hoping the writing continues to be as good after the marriage, as so many become less interesting and exciting afterwards. Love the mysteries and the depth found in them.

[Frankie · Rating 4.75 out of 5]

This is the 14th book in the series by Gina LaMana. I really like the characters in the series. I can picture each of them. I enjoy solving the murders and hearing about the antics they get into in each book.

[Heather Holman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Yes!!

I was so looking forward to this book coming out and I devoured it. Great plot, and I love the development of all my favorite characters. I just want more and more, and more!

[Laurie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it

I loved this story. It was emotional as Kate tries to plan for her wedding while also solving a murder. A good mystery too. I had no idea who done it until the very end.

[Emme · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed this latest edition to the series. I liked how the investigation went with what is currently going on in Kate's life.

She's significantly grown from the first book.

[Carol Hale · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another Great One!

Love the Kate Rossetti series! Hope there will be a little more spice to Kate and Gem’s romance once they are finally married!

[Karen Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyed

If you like the series, you’ll enjoy this book. The mystery keeps the book moving along at a good pace. I like that Kate is more honest/open with her emotions.

[Virginia Stewart · Rating 5 out of 5]

great book

Great book and story as always Love reading her works .Keep you on your toes in trying how to figure out who did the crime

[Jane Dailey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again Gina Lamanna knocked it out of the park! I loved this book and am looking forward to more!

[Krystal Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic Continuation

I absolutely love this series and this installment does not disappoint! Gina LaManna is one of my favorite author and her books just pull you in.

[E · Rating 5 out of 5]

A Must Read

I love this series! Each book is better than the last & they are all great! Very well written with awesome characters. I can’t wait to see what happens next!

[Debi Paglia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ms. LaManna has outdone herself with this one! Read it in 2 days. Had a hard time putting it down. Kate’s job would be an extremely difficult one for anyone. But since her relationship with Gem, I can see she is mellowing. She and her friends are so different from each other, but compliment each other so well. Her work partnership with Jimmy is heartwarming. And her life with Gem melts my heart. I love everything about this series. I can’t wait to get the next book!

[Brooke (i blog 4 books) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another quick installment of this series. Enjoyed.