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Garden Girls #15
Greed with Envy
Read This Cozy Mystery ebook FREE with Kindle Unlimited! “If you like clean cozy mysteries that keep you guessing until the end, you’ll love the Garden Girls Cozy Mystery Series” Greed with Envy is Book 15 in the Garden Girls Cozy Mysteries Series The Garden Girls Cozy Mystery Series contains no foul language, sex, or gore...Just clean, cozy mysteries!" BONUS - RECIPE INCLUDED! ------------------------------------- Gloria Rutherford-Kennedy is thrilled that her friends, Brian and Andrea, have finally tied the knot. The entire town of Belhaven has gathered to celebrate the happy event. Their happiness is short-lived when one of the Garden Girls returns home after the wedding reception and stumbles upon a horrific scene. The nightmare worsens as Gloria stands by helplessly watching her friend’s life crumble around her. With the help of the Garden Girls and an unexpected guest who arrives in Belhaven for a surprise visit, Gloria plunges into one of the most unsettling cases ever. Will they be able to stop the sinister element that is still destroying lives or will greed and envy be the death of them all?
- GenresCozy Mystery
308 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 4, 2017
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Hope Callaghan
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Hope Callaghan is an American author who loves to write clean fiction books, especially Christian Mystery and Cozy Mystery books.
She has written more than 70 mystery books (and counting) in six series.
Born and raised in a small town in West Michigan, she now lives in Florida with her husband. She is the proud mother of 3 wonderful children.
When she's not doing the thing she loves best - writing books - she enjoys cooking, traveling and reading books.
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★ AMAZON BESTSELLING AUTHOR ★
★ 2017 Mom's Choice Award ★
Hope Callaghan is an American author who loves to write clean fiction books, especially Christian Mystery and Cozy Mystery books.
She has written more than 70 mystery books (and counting) in six series.
Born and raised in a small town in West Michigan, she now lives in Florida with her husband. She is the proud mother of 3 wonderful children.
When she's not doing the thing she loves best - writing books - she enjoys cooking, traveling and reading books.
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May 3, 2018
Well....
I'm tired of Liz. She's too old to be this stupid! She takes whatever she wants, makes Gloria pay for things that are way too expensive and never seems to appreciate ANYTHING!!!!!
I'm tired of Liz. She's too old to be this stupid! She takes whatever she wants, makes Gloria pay for things that are way too expensive and never seems to appreciate ANYTHING!!!!!
January 6, 2017
Greed with Envy is the 15th book in Hope Callaghan’s Garden Girls Cozy Mystery Series and is a wonderful book. Once again, Ms. Callaghan has written a well thought out and interesting mystery, with a good story line and excellent character development. The writing style flows smoothly and is an easy read. The mystery is well throughout and there’s never a dull moment. Ms. Callaghan’s descriptive writing makes the reader feel like they are right there watching the activities as they unfold and there is a strong sense of love and friendship. This is a clean cozy mystery featuring no gratuitous sex, violence, or foul language. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well-crafted cozy mystery.
Gloria and Paul have Gloria’s grandsons, Ryan and Tyler, are visiting and Andrea and Brian, who eloped, are renew their vows in front of family and friends and the Garden Girls are hosting a reception at Andrea’s home. Unfortunately, Margaret is unable to attend the ceremony because her husband, Don, is recovering from a recent heart attack that occurred after a heated argument on the golf course. Don, who is retired but very active, is going stir crazy and the couple is getting on each other’s nerves, so when he tells her to go to the reception without him, she doesn’t hesitate. When Margaret returns to their home, she finds Don unresponsive in the closed garage, with the car running. Everyone is stocked when the authorities question Margaret and learn they think she had something to do with her husband’s death. Gloria’s sister, Liz, shows up on Gloria’s doorstep, unannounced, needing help tracking down her no-good boyfriend and recovering her savings. After learning Don may have been a victim of a Ponzi scheme, everyone bands together to figure out what happened.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
Gloria and Paul have Gloria’s grandsons, Ryan and Tyler, are visiting and Andrea and Brian, who eloped, are renew their vows in front of family and friends and the Garden Girls are hosting a reception at Andrea’s home. Unfortunately, Margaret is unable to attend the ceremony because her husband, Don, is recovering from a recent heart attack that occurred after a heated argument on the golf course. Don, who is retired but very active, is going stir crazy and the couple is getting on each other’s nerves, so when he tells her to go to the reception without him, she doesn’t hesitate. When Margaret returns to their home, she finds Don unresponsive in the closed garage, with the car running. Everyone is stocked when the authorities question Margaret and learn they think she had something to do with her husband’s death. Gloria’s sister, Liz, shows up on Gloria’s doorstep, unannounced, needing help tracking down her no-good boyfriend and recovering her savings. After learning Don may have been a victim of a Ponzi scheme, everyone bands together to figure out what happened.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
November 18, 2017
Greed with Envy: A Garden Girls Cozy Mysteries Book 15 by Hope Callaghan
The more I keep reading this series, Garden Girls Cozy Mysteries, the more I just have to keep going! These Garden Girls are incredibly talent! I just love Ruth's spy van! Gloria, the ring leader, Lucy, the weapons specialist, Dot & Rose, the restaurant owners who know everybody in town, Andrea & Alice, these women are all awesome when they are sleuthing, and keeping their town free of crime! Way to go Hope Callaghan! Keep up the great work! Thank you.
The more I keep reading this series, Garden Girls Cozy Mysteries, the more I just have to keep going! These Garden Girls are incredibly talent! I just love Ruth's spy van! Gloria, the ring leader, Lucy, the weapons specialist, Dot & Rose, the restaurant owners who know everybody in town, Andrea & Alice, these women are all awesome when they are sleuthing, and keeping their town free of crime! Way to go Hope Callaghan! Keep up the great work! Thank you.
January 31, 2018
Great read
I love this wonderful sweet series and I love all the garden girls you'll laugh and cry and love right along with them Hope Callaghan's books are a must read getting the next one now
I love this wonderful sweet series and I love all the garden girls you'll laugh and cry and love right along with them Hope Callaghan's books are a must read getting the next one now
January 7, 2017
Captivating Christian Cozy
Gloria and her gang of senior sleuths investigate the death of friend Margaret's husband Don. Even though the police ruled it accidental... the girls snoop to find out why Don't cleared all the accounts he had easy access to.
Gloria's sister Liz is pain in her behind and is in town for Gloria's help in tracking down her m.I.a. boyfriend, but proves invaluable in their investigation.
Fun and fast moving...this would be wonderful to pass the time waiting... you might even resent it if your turn comes up before the end
Gloria and her gang of senior sleuths investigate the death of friend Margaret's husband Don. Even though the police ruled it accidental... the girls snoop to find out why Don't cleared all the accounts he had easy access to.
Gloria's sister Liz is pain in her behind and is in town for Gloria's help in tracking down her m.I.a. boyfriend, but proves invaluable in their investigation.
Fun and fast moving...this would be wonderful to pass the time waiting... you might even resent it if your turn comes up before the end
February 28, 2022
Poor Margaret
Again Hope Callaghan has written about a modern day scheme that involves Margaret, and sad to say Margaret's husband Don. Margaret arrives home to find Don dead. For awhile the police feel Margaret killed him. But perhaps he committed suicide. Of course, the Garden girls try to help their friend out. The reader is treated to a signature cozy mystery by Hope. If you like your sleuths on the older side (except for Andrea) try the Garden Girls.
Again Hope Callaghan has written about a modern day scheme that involves Margaret, and sad to say Margaret's husband Don. Margaret arrives home to find Don dead. For awhile the police feel Margaret killed him. But perhaps he committed suicide. Of course, the Garden girls try to help their friend out. The reader is treated to a signature cozy mystery by Hope. If you like your sleuths on the older side (except for Andrea) try the Garden Girls.
October 10, 2025
Great cozy mystery
Margaret's husband Don had a heart attack and he has been bickering with her so when she went to a wedding he stayed home. When Margaret returned home she found him in the garage dead and the police make her the primary suspect. Gloria and the garden club try to solve the mystery while Gloria is handicapped with her sister Liz who came home to ask for Gloria's help in tracking down the guy who swindled her money. Great Christian reading
Margaret's husband Don had a heart attack and he has been bickering with her so when she went to a wedding he stayed home. When Margaret returned home she found him in the garage dead and the police make her the primary suspect. Gloria and the garden club try to solve the mystery while Gloria is handicapped with her sister Liz who came home to ask for Gloria's help in tracking down the guy who swindled her money. Great Christian reading
January 15, 2017
Gloria is better than ever at her detection skills.
Gloria and the girls come to the rescue to help one of their friends get justice for the evil perpetrated upon their beloved friend and her dead husband. With the twist of Gloria's sister mixed into the story, your are in for an enjoyable read.
Gloria and the girls come to the rescue to help one of their friends get justice for the evil perpetrated upon their beloved friend and her dead husband. With the twist of Gloria's sister mixed into the story, your are in for an enjoyable read.
August 14, 2019
Doing Life with Friends
The garden girls are first of all friends who look out for and support each other. And when there is something suspicious going on, they are there to support each other and get to the bottom of it. This is another fun, lighthearted mystery with a big touch of reality added in.
The garden girls are first of all friends who look out for and support each other. And when there is something suspicious going on, they are there to support each other and get to the bottom of it. This is another fun, lighthearted mystery with a big touch of reality added in.
September 13, 2019
A Garden Girls Cozy Mystery
I love every one of Hope Callahan books. She makes them so intriguing and wonderful with all the Bible verses and prayers. She definitely lets people know they can let people know you can have your religion and it’s ok. She is a GREAT influence to all!!
I love every one of Hope Callahan books. She makes them so intriguing and wonderful with all the Bible verses and prayers. She definitely lets people know they can let people know you can have your religion and it’s ok. She is a GREAT influence to all!!
June 28, 2021
2nd wedding
While everyone attends Andrea and Brian's 2nd wedding then reception, Don died. Then they learn he emptied ALL of their financial accounts, Margaret is broke or would be if not for the money from the gold coins they found. The detective thinks Margaret may have killed him. Gloria and friends have to clear Margaret and find out what happened to the money. Good story.
While everyone attends Andrea and Brian's 2nd wedding then reception, Don died. Then they learn he emptied ALL of their financial accounts, Margaret is broke or would be if not for the money from the gold coins they found. The detective thinks Margaret may have killed him. Gloria and friends have to clear Margaret and find out what happened to the money. Good story.
February 3, 2018
What a circus.
This was funny and bright yet sad also. I love this series so much. Hope keep writing such refreshing clean Christian books. I love that it a cozy mystery. We also get to see something new about each of the ladies.
This was funny and bright yet sad also. I love this series so much. Hope keep writing such refreshing clean Christian books. I love that it a cozy mystery. We also get to see something new about each of the ladies.
August 29, 2018
Another great chapter in the Garden Girls lives
Oh to be included in a group of friends like these ladies. They care for one another through all types of plausible predicaments. Just when you feel something bad will happen the singer hits and they have solved another crime.
Oh to be included in a group of friends like these ladies. They care for one another through all types of plausible predicaments. Just when you feel something bad will happen the singer hits and they have solved another crime.
January 24, 2019
Another great book
The ladies pull together during a tragedy and, of course, work together to figure out what’s going on. This group of women are so special and feel like family this far into the series.
The ladies pull together during a tragedy and, of course, work together to figure out what’s going on. This group of women are so special and feel like family this far into the series.
March 3, 2021
Always Interesting and Fun
This topic of investment scams is very pertinent. The Garden Girls are on the job in an interesting way. I loved it as I loved all of the Garden Girls books and Cruise Ship mysteries.
This topic of investment scams is very pertinent. The Garden Girls are on the job in an interesting way. I loved it as I loved all of the Garden Girls books and Cruise Ship mysteries.
February 25, 2023
This series is so much fun to read. It is nice to find books that are clean, wholesome, and are Christian. The characters are quirky, feisty, smart, kind, compassionate, and also seem to fond themselves is precarious and sometimes dangerous situations. Love reading this series.
March 9, 2025
Another Winner!
Gloria and her Garden Girls save the day and the unsuspecting town in this book. Pain and heart ache along with friendship and love all come together in this book. Hope Callahan has a winning formula for writing intriguing novels. You’ll love it!
Gloria and her Garden Girls save the day and the unsuspecting town in this book. Pain and heart ache along with friendship and love all come together in this book. Hope Callahan has a winning formula for writing intriguing novels. You’ll love it!
March 2, 2017
Easy read
While not as exciting as some of the other books in the series, it was an enjoyable and entertaining story.
While not as exciting as some of the other books in the series, it was an enjoyable and entertaining story.
January 5, 2018
Sad
Another good book but also has some sad parts. The sibling rivalry got my attention. Its nice to see Dot in on the action.
Another good book but also has some sad parts. The sibling rivalry got my attention. Its nice to see Dot in on the action.
January 22, 2018
Same ol' excellent
You can't go wrong with this author. The stories keep you turning the pages and when you add Liz to the mix you know things will get crazy.
You can't go wrong with this author. The stories keep you turning the pages and when you add Liz to the mix you know things will get crazy.
May 24, 2018
Greed with envy
This book has an easy to follow plot and interesting characters. I recommend this book to all lovers of clean, contemporary, mystery novels.
This book has an easy to follow plot and interesting characters. I recommend this book to all lovers of clean, contemporary, mystery novels.
June 16, 2018
Terrific series
This is the 15th book in the series and I am enjoying each one as a older woman and animal lover I can relate to these stories and can't get enough.
This is the 15th book in the series and I am enjoying each one as a older woman and animal lover I can relate to these stories and can't get enough.
August 1, 2020
Good mystery
This book was sad as Margaret's husband died and Gloria 's sister Liz is very inconsiderate of others. So I did not enjoy this one as much but the mystery was good.
This book was sad as Margaret's husband died and Gloria 's sister Liz is very inconsiderate of others. So I did not enjoy this one as much but the mystery was good.
July 22, 2021
Great book
I love this book and series. This plot was interesting dealing with missing money. I enjoyed the addition of the country club as story location throughout this book.
I love this book and series. This plot was interesting dealing with missing money. I enjoyed the addition of the country club as story location throughout this book.
April 26, 2022
Golf
Loved this book and the friends that work together to solve these wonderful mysteries. Can't wait to solve the next mystery.
Loved this book and the friends that work together to solve these wonderful mysteries. Can't wait to solve the next mystery.
May 20, 2023
Green with Envy
I really like this writer's style how Christ-centered dialogue and prayer with scripture references continue throughout the story! Babs Wenk
I really like this writer's style how Christ-centered dialogue and prayer with scripture references continue throughout the story! Babs Wenk
January 28, 2024
Too much Liz
I really didn't like this story as much as the first 14. I just think there was too much Liz.
I really didn't like this story as much as the first 14. I just think there was too much Liz.
August 25, 2025
Another of Hopes lovely series. A bit of intrigue, lots of feel good. A bonus recipe. What's not to love.
February 18, 2017
LOVE IT!!!
I love the Garden Girls!! Another great mystery for the girls to solve. Super cute story that's quick to read and entertaining
I love the Garden Girls!! Another great mystery for the girls to solve. Super cute story that's quick to read and entertaining
February 14, 2017
Absolutely loved it...as always!
This book had the right amount of everything in it to keep the readership, puzzled and excited to find out what was coming next. But then, all the Garden Girl books are that way.
This book had the right amount of everything in it to keep the readership, puzzled and excited to find out what was coming next. But then, all the Garden Girl books are that way.
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