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Maternal Instincts Mystery #1-3
The Maternal Instincts Mysteries Special Collection
This omnibus edition includes the first THREE books in the best-selling Maternal Instincts Mystery series and is nearly 1000 pages of murder, thrills and laughs.
BUNDLE OF TROUBLE (Book 1) A body has been dredged from the San Francisco Bay. Kate Connolly, pregnant and ready to pop, has reason to fear it may be her long lost brother-in-law. Battling sleep deprivation, diaper blowouts and breastfeeding mishaps she muddles through her own investigation, Mommy style:
To do:
1. Find Killer
2. Figure out hideous breast pump.
3. Avoid cranky cop.
4. Send out Make birth announcements – need pink paper.
5. FIND KILLER
MOTHERHOOD IS MURDER (Book 2) Nights out are hard to come by for new parents. So when Kate’s new- mommy club, Roo & You, holds a dinner cruise, she and her husband leave baby Laurie with Kate’s mom and join the grown-ups for some fine dining on the San Francisco Bay. But when one of the cofounders of Roo & You takes a fatal spill down a staircase, the police department crashes the party. Suddenly every mom and her man has a motive. Kate’s on deck to solve the mystery- but a killer’s determined to make her rue the day she joined the first-time-mom’s club…
FORMULA FOR MURDER (Book 3) Sleuth and first-time mom Kate Connolly and her baby are the victims of a hit-and-run, but escape unharmed. A witness identifies the car’s French diplomatic license plates, yet when Kate and her hubby try to get some answers, they get le cold shoulder. But there’s something going on at the French consulate that’s dirtier-and far deadlier-than any diaper.
BUNDLE OF TROUBLE (Book 1) A body has been dredged from the San Francisco Bay. Kate Connolly, pregnant and ready to pop, has reason to fear it may be her long lost brother-in-law. Battling sleep deprivation, diaper blowouts and breastfeeding mishaps she muddles through her own investigation, Mommy style:
To do:
1. Find Killer
2. Figure out hideous breast pump.
3. Avoid cranky cop.
4. Send out Make birth announcements – need pink paper.
5. FIND KILLER
MOTHERHOOD IS MURDER (Book 2) Nights out are hard to come by for new parents. So when Kate’s new- mommy club, Roo & You, holds a dinner cruise, she and her husband leave baby Laurie with Kate’s mom and join the grown-ups for some fine dining on the San Francisco Bay. But when one of the cofounders of Roo & You takes a fatal spill down a staircase, the police department crashes the party. Suddenly every mom and her man has a motive. Kate’s on deck to solve the mystery- but a killer’s determined to make her rue the day she joined the first-time-mom’s club…
FORMULA FOR MURDER (Book 3) Sleuth and first-time mom Kate Connolly and her baby are the victims of a hit-and-run, but escape unharmed. A witness identifies the car’s French diplomatic license plates, yet when Kate and her hubby try to get some answers, they get le cold shoulder. But there’s something going on at the French consulate that’s dirtier-and far deadlier-than any diaper.
744 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 7, 2015
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About the author
Diana Orgain
73 books332 followersDiana Orgain is the USA Today Bestselling Author of the Maternal Instincts Mystery Series. She is also the Author of the Love or Money Mystery series and The Roundup Crew Mysteries (Yappy Hour and Trigger Yappy).
Diana is the New York Times Bestselling co-author of the Scrapbooking Mystery Series with Laura Childs.
Diana's latest release is 4 Sleuths and a Bachelorette, a fun collaboration with USA Today Bestselling Authors, Leslie Langtry, Traci Andrighetti, and Arlene Mcfarlane. Right now she's working on the next release in the Maternal Instincts Mystery, Murder Comes Crawling.
To keep up to date with the latest releases visit Diana at www.dianaorgain.com
Series:
* Maternal Instincts Mystery
Diana is the New York Times Bestselling co-author of the Scrapbooking Mystery Series with Laura Childs.
Diana's latest release is 4 Sleuths and a Bachelorette, a fun collaboration with USA Today Bestselling Authors, Leslie Langtry, Traci Andrighetti, and Arlene Mcfarlane. Right now she's working on the next release in the Maternal Instincts Mystery, Murder Comes Crawling.
To keep up to date with the latest releases visit Diana at www.dianaorgain.com
Series:
* Maternal Instincts Mystery
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June 7, 2021
How much will you pay for a cozy mystery?
Posted on June 7, 2021 by michellelovatosbookreviews, world's first book color commentator, book reviews with a twist
“Only on Audible” cozy mysteries are as good as mainstream series novels, and they are by the same authors. I can’t figure out why. It’s no secret that I spend all my free time listening to audiobooks thanks to both Libby (the FREE nationwide public library app by Overdrive) and my $4.99-a-month subscription to Audible.
Of the nearly four dozen Audible titles I’ve listened to since January, most were cozies, and at least four series novels were “Only on Audible.”
The Maternal Instincts series by Diana Orgain features Kate Connolly, a first-time mom. Kate chooses the life of a private detective over returning to her corporate job after the birth of her daughter, Laurie. In this eleven-title series, readers get a first-hand reminder of the sleepless nights, frustrating attempts at breastfeeding, and the heartbreakingly strong desire to stay home with the baby when it’s time to return to work. Kate stays home. And she pays for it with murder.
Unlike many other audiobooks I’ve heard, Orgain narrated this one, a little detail I find both interesting and attractive. The upside to the author narrating her work is obvious. Now I know what Orgain thought when she penned the words. I hear the right inflections and the right emotions to accompany the text.
I’ve consumed two of Orgain’s 11 books thus far, which gives me plenty of titles to enjoy in the future IF I’m willing to pay for full Audible membership. I’m not.
Another series I didn’t think would be particularly good that turned out to be a lot of fun was Orgain’s Love or Money series. This “Only on Audible” collection is about a gorgeous San Fransisco ex-cop looking for love. Too bad she finds herself hunting for murderers instead.
I’m pretty sure Audible is doing this “Only on Audible” thing to entice cozy fans to buy a regular monthly subscription ($14.99) which, in my opinion, IS TOO EXPENSIVE!
Along with Orgain’s further Motherhood is Murder series’ titles, for the full monthly subscription price, readers can get cozy author Shannon Van Bergen’s work. Van Bergen offers the Glocks and Grannies series, and Leighann Dobbs presents the Mystic Notch series under the same full-price demand.
Interesting marketing. But, not for me.
BoutiquePublishingService@hotmail.com
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Happy are those who respect the Lord and obey him. You will enjoy what you work for, and you will be blessed with good things. Psalm 128: 1-2
Posted on June 7, 2021 by michellelovatosbookreviews, world's first book color commentator, book reviews with a twist
“Only on Audible” cozy mysteries are as good as mainstream series novels, and they are by the same authors. I can’t figure out why. It’s no secret that I spend all my free time listening to audiobooks thanks to both Libby (the FREE nationwide public library app by Overdrive) and my $4.99-a-month subscription to Audible.
Of the nearly four dozen Audible titles I’ve listened to since January, most were cozies, and at least four series novels were “Only on Audible.”
The Maternal Instincts series by Diana Orgain features Kate Connolly, a first-time mom. Kate chooses the life of a private detective over returning to her corporate job after the birth of her daughter, Laurie. In this eleven-title series, readers get a first-hand reminder of the sleepless nights, frustrating attempts at breastfeeding, and the heartbreakingly strong desire to stay home with the baby when it’s time to return to work. Kate stays home. And she pays for it with murder.
Unlike many other audiobooks I’ve heard, Orgain narrated this one, a little detail I find both interesting and attractive. The upside to the author narrating her work is obvious. Now I know what Orgain thought when she penned the words. I hear the right inflections and the right emotions to accompany the text.
I’ve consumed two of Orgain’s 11 books thus far, which gives me plenty of titles to enjoy in the future IF I’m willing to pay for full Audible membership. I’m not.
Another series I didn’t think would be particularly good that turned out to be a lot of fun was Orgain’s Love or Money series. This “Only on Audible” collection is about a gorgeous San Fransisco ex-cop looking for love. Too bad she finds herself hunting for murderers instead.
I’m pretty sure Audible is doing this “Only on Audible” thing to entice cozy fans to buy a regular monthly subscription ($14.99) which, in my opinion, IS TOO EXPENSIVE!
Along with Orgain’s further Motherhood is Murder series’ titles, for the full monthly subscription price, readers can get cozy author Shannon Van Bergen’s work. Van Bergen offers the Glocks and Grannies series, and Leighann Dobbs presents the Mystic Notch series under the same full-price demand.
Interesting marketing. But, not for me.
BoutiquePublishingService@hotmail.com
BoutiqueBooks@hotmail.com
Happy are those who respect the Lord and obey him. You will enjoy what you work for, and you will be blessed with good things. Psalm 128: 1-2
November 3, 2022
Bundle of Trouble (A Humorous Cozy Mystery) (A Maternal Instincts Mystery Book 1), my first read from author Diana Orgain & the first book in her Maternal Instinct Series, An enjoyable cozy mystery. Cozy mystery, captivating primary character, what other blurbs can I use to describe these books? Oh well, buy the book, read the books, get into a good author and some good characters as I have.
Motherhood is Murder (A funny mystery) (A Maternal Instincts Mystery Book 2), my second read from author Diana Orgain & the second book in her Maternal Instinct Series
Formula for Murder (A Funny Mystery) (A Maternal Instincts Mystery Book 3), my third read from author Diana Orgain & the third book in her Maternal Instinct Series “I received a free Kindle copy of this book & am voluntarily leaving a review." The gifting of this book did not affect my opinion of it. I look forward to reading more from this author. Next up is Nursing A Grudge (A Humorous Cozy Mystery) (A Maternal Instincts Mystery Book 4). (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).
Motherhood is Murder (A funny mystery) (A Maternal Instincts Mystery Book 2), my second read from author Diana Orgain & the second book in her Maternal Instinct Series
Formula for Murder (A Funny Mystery) (A Maternal Instincts Mystery Book 3), my third read from author Diana Orgain & the third book in her Maternal Instinct Series “I received a free Kindle copy of this book & am voluntarily leaving a review." The gifting of this book did not affect my opinion of it. I look forward to reading more from this author. Next up is Nursing A Grudge (A Humorous Cozy Mystery) (A Maternal Instincts Mystery Book 4). (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).
October 1, 2022
Fun .. Loveable ..
So many twists and turns.
This crowd of characters play off each other in a magical way.
Awesome to have together as a set, avoids that 2am search and download of the next in the series.
So many twists and turns.
This crowd of characters play off each other in a magical way.
Awesome to have together as a set, avoids that 2am search and download of the next in the series.
November 20, 2022
Three enjoyable stories
Fast paced read, my favorite. Her mouth gets her in trouble but she always got her man in the end. Characters are easy to relate to and just enough Info on location to visualize. I enjoyed all three stories.
Fast paced read, my favorite. Her mouth gets her in trouble but she always got her man in the end. Characters are easy to relate to and just enough Info on location to visualize. I enjoyed all three stories.
August 30, 2019
Fun reads
Great series that I enjoyed reading. If there wouldn't have been so many mistakes I would have given these books 5 stars.
Great series that I enjoyed reading. If there wouldn't have been so many mistakes I would have given these books 5 stars.
August 19, 2021
Where to now?
Many twists and turns but delightful read! Characters very enjoyable…. Plot thick and thin but entertaining! Would recommend to anyone.
Many twists and turns but delightful read! Characters very enjoyable…. Plot thick and thin but entertaining! Would recommend to anyone.
January 14, 2022
Hard to put down!
Any curious mom can relate, sleuth and laugh. A delightful read, got caught up in trying to solve the murders
Any curious mom can relate, sleuth and laugh. A delightful read, got caught up in trying to solve the murders
September 30, 2022
Formula for Murder
Good read. I stayed up to all hours reading. Diana kept me on my toes
Didn't want it to end
Good read. I stayed up to all hours reading. Diana kept me on my toes
Didn't want it to end
August 25, 2021
Funny and Suspenseful!
Fun,easy read…holds your attention! Great writer…enjoyed it the whole time. I was glad I got the box set…now onto the next box with books 4-6.
Fun,easy read…holds your attention! Great writer…enjoyed it the whole time. I was glad I got the box set…now onto the next box with books 4-6.
November 21, 2015
Great Boxed Set!
This is a great boxed set; this set is the first three books of the Maternal Instincts Mystery series by Diana Orgain. The books in this boxed set are all a fun read that will leave you reading way past your bed time.
Bundle of Trouble- Kate Connelly wanted to work from home to be able to stay home with her baby so she decides to become a private investigator. When there is a body pulled from the San Francisco Bay and finds out that it might be her brother in law she decides to put her skills to work to crack the case.
Motherhood is Murder- Kate Connelly is trying to adjust being a new mom. She works as a private investigator so she can stay home with the baby. When Kate and her husband are invited on a dinner cruise hosted by her new mommy club they are excited to go. When the president of the club takes a deadly spill it is up to Kate to find out what happened.
Formula for Murder- Kate Connelly is trying to adjust being a new mom. She works as a private investigator so she can stay home with the baby. When Kate and her baby are victims in a hit and run she finds out that the car that hit her was a French Diplomatic vehicle. She is determined to find what is going on.
If you are looking for a fun mystery then you need to grab this boxed set. I am looking forward to reading the next books in this series.
This is a great boxed set; this set is the first three books of the Maternal Instincts Mystery series by Diana Orgain. The books in this boxed set are all a fun read that will leave you reading way past your bed time.
Bundle of Trouble- Kate Connelly wanted to work from home to be able to stay home with her baby so she decides to become a private investigator. When there is a body pulled from the San Francisco Bay and finds out that it might be her brother in law she decides to put her skills to work to crack the case.
Motherhood is Murder- Kate Connelly is trying to adjust being a new mom. She works as a private investigator so she can stay home with the baby. When Kate and her husband are invited on a dinner cruise hosted by her new mommy club they are excited to go. When the president of the club takes a deadly spill it is up to Kate to find out what happened.
Formula for Murder- Kate Connelly is trying to adjust being a new mom. She works as a private investigator so she can stay home with the baby. When Kate and her baby are victims in a hit and run she finds out that the car that hit her was a French Diplomatic vehicle. She is determined to find what is going on.
If you are looking for a fun mystery then you need to grab this boxed set. I am looking forward to reading the next books in this series.
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