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Addison Holmes Mysteries #4.5
Whiskey On The Rocks
In Liliana Hart's New York Times bestselling Addison Holmes series, Addison bites off more than she can chew as she investigates a decades-old murder.
When Addison's Aunt Scarlet comes to town saying she found a murderer, she, Addison, and Rosemarie decide to go undercover because of the high bounty on the Romeo Bandit's head. The only problem is they have to go undercover at a nudist colony.
When Addison's Aunt Scarlet comes to town saying she found a murderer, she, Addison, and Rosemarie decide to go undercover because of the high bounty on the Romeo Bandit's head. The only problem is they have to go undercover at a nudist colony.
118 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 20, 2017
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About the author
Liliana Hart
207 books3,307 followersLiliana Hart spent five years teaching music in the public education system. She molded America’s youth, busted kids for smoking pot in the restrooms, and broke up illicit affairs behind the stage on a regular basis. (Liliana’s Addison Holmes Mystery Series, about a small town teacher who gets into a whole lot of trouble, is somewhat autobiographical, but she won’t confess to which parts).
Liliana began reading romance novels with all her new found free time, and when she ran out of things to read, she decided to write her own novels. The result was a 150,000 word thriller—a dazzling adventure—where the heroine was a thirty-year-old virgin assassin (Yes, you read that right). She couldn’t imagine why people weren’t knocking down her door to read it, but she persevered and began writing a second book. She finally got the hang of things, and eventually learned that losing one’s virginity wasn’t all that romantic after all. All of her books involve some kind of suspense (she just can't help herself), laughter, and a lot of steamy sex.
Since the failure of her first attempt, Liliana’s books have won awards such as: The Daphne Du Maurier, The Suzannah, The Linda Howard Award of Excellence, The Maggie, and many others. Her affiliations include Romance Writers of America and Mystery Writers of America.
Liliana loves to cook, and is addicted to reading, Internet Boggle, kickboxing, and Bones. She lives in a big, rambling house in Texas with a couple of cats to keep her company. She loves to get emails from readers.
Enjoy the Adventures!
Liliana began reading romance novels with all her new found free time, and when she ran out of things to read, she decided to write her own novels. The result was a 150,000 word thriller—a dazzling adventure—where the heroine was a thirty-year-old virgin assassin (Yes, you read that right). She couldn’t imagine why people weren’t knocking down her door to read it, but she persevered and began writing a second book. She finally got the hang of things, and eventually learned that losing one’s virginity wasn’t all that romantic after all. All of her books involve some kind of suspense (she just can't help herself), laughter, and a lot of steamy sex.
Since the failure of her first attempt, Liliana’s books have won awards such as: The Daphne Du Maurier, The Suzannah, The Linda Howard Award of Excellence, The Maggie, and many others. Her affiliations include Romance Writers of America and Mystery Writers of America.
Liliana loves to cook, and is addicted to reading, Internet Boggle, kickboxing, and Bones. She lives in a big, rambling house in Texas with a couple of cats to keep her company. She loves to get emails from readers.
Enjoy the Adventures!
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January 16, 2023
Truly hilarious novella. Addison reminds me a lot of Stephanie Plum. Some writers just have the ability to describe a scene in such a funny way you cant help but laugh out loud. And Great Aunt Scarlet….what a trip! If you need a quick read and a little hilarity in your life, definitely pick this up.
August 8, 2018
Style is much like Janet Evanovich and Stephanie Plum series.
May 30, 2023
A novella in the Addison Holmes mystery series. Light and fun.
May 11, 2021
Fun short novella. Aunt scarlet is definitely
One of a kind.
One of a kind.
March 24, 2017
Shot and funny, cozy mystery.
May 8, 2018
Another hilarious Addison Holmes story.
January 27, 2026
3.5 – 4 Stars
“ My name is Addison Holmes, and I teach history at James Madison High School in Whiskey Bayou, Georgia. You might be under the assumption that my life went to the dogs when my fiancé left me at the altar for the home economics teacher, or when I got notice that my apartment building was going to be condemned, or even when I was desperate enough to strip to my unmentionables to earn some extra cash. The truth is that I'm pretty much used to disasters following me around on a daily basis, but I could have gone without finding my principal dead in the parking lot of a seedy gentlemen's club. After the initial shock of finding my first dead body, which included throwing back shots of Jack Daniels like it was water, I decided to take stock of my life. I was in a desperate situation and if the school board ever found out I'd been a stripper, even a bad stripper, I'd be jobless as well as fiancé-less and homeless. Fortunately, I had a friend who felt sorry enough for me to give me a job doing some surveillance work at her detective agency. Not to mention the fact that I was now able to stick my nose into other people's business for a good cause, find a murderer, and pick up helpful tips from an incredibly attractive detective. Come check out my story and be thankful your life is relatively normal. ”
Whiskey On the Rocks is Book #4.5 in the Addison Holmes Mysteries by Liliana Hart that blends humor, romance, and small-town sleuthing that kept me turning the pages with a smile. Ms. Hart showcases her character development skills here, creating a heroine who is equal parts charming, clumsy, and clever - the kind of character you root for even when she’s in over her head (which is often).
Addison, a former history teacher turned accidental private investigator, stumbles her way into mysteries that are as quirky as they are dangerous. The series balances laugh-out-loud moments with genuine suspense, and the witty banter between characters - especially the romantic tension with her love interest - adds an extra spark.
If you enjoy cozy mysteries with a dash of romance, a sprinkle of sass, and a heroine who’s as relatable as she is resourceful, then the Addison Holmes Mysteries will be a treat you won’t want to miss.
The series contains:
-Whiskey Rebellion (Book #1)
-Whiskey Sour (Book #2)
-Whiskey for Breakfast (Book #3)
-Whiskey, You’re the Devil (Book #4)
-Whiskey on the Rocks (Book #4.5)
-Whiskey Tango Foxtrot (Book #5)
-Whiskey and Gunpowder (Book #6)
-Whiskey Lullaby (Book #7)
Happy Reading…
“ My name is Addison Holmes, and I teach history at James Madison High School in Whiskey Bayou, Georgia. You might be under the assumption that my life went to the dogs when my fiancé left me at the altar for the home economics teacher, or when I got notice that my apartment building was going to be condemned, or even when I was desperate enough to strip to my unmentionables to earn some extra cash. The truth is that I'm pretty much used to disasters following me around on a daily basis, but I could have gone without finding my principal dead in the parking lot of a seedy gentlemen's club. After the initial shock of finding my first dead body, which included throwing back shots of Jack Daniels like it was water, I decided to take stock of my life. I was in a desperate situation and if the school board ever found out I'd been a stripper, even a bad stripper, I'd be jobless as well as fiancé-less and homeless. Fortunately, I had a friend who felt sorry enough for me to give me a job doing some surveillance work at her detective agency. Not to mention the fact that I was now able to stick my nose into other people's business for a good cause, find a murderer, and pick up helpful tips from an incredibly attractive detective. Come check out my story and be thankful your life is relatively normal. ”
Whiskey On the Rocks is Book #4.5 in the Addison Holmes Mysteries by Liliana Hart that blends humor, romance, and small-town sleuthing that kept me turning the pages with a smile. Ms. Hart showcases her character development skills here, creating a heroine who is equal parts charming, clumsy, and clever - the kind of character you root for even when she’s in over her head (which is often).
Addison, a former history teacher turned accidental private investigator, stumbles her way into mysteries that are as quirky as they are dangerous. The series balances laugh-out-loud moments with genuine suspense, and the witty banter between characters - especially the romantic tension with her love interest - adds an extra spark.
If you enjoy cozy mysteries with a dash of romance, a sprinkle of sass, and a heroine who’s as relatable as she is resourceful, then the Addison Holmes Mysteries will be a treat you won’t want to miss.
The series contains:
-Whiskey Rebellion (Book #1)
-Whiskey Sour (Book #2)
-Whiskey for Breakfast (Book #3)
-Whiskey, You’re the Devil (Book #4)
-Whiskey on the Rocks (Book #4.5)
-Whiskey Tango Foxtrot (Book #5)
-Whiskey and Gunpowder (Book #6)
-Whiskey Lullaby (Book #7)
Happy Reading…
May 3, 2023
I love a series. And this one is reminiscent of our beloved Stephanie Plum series by Janet Evanovich - although not quite as good. (Does anything really stack up to or higher than Stephanie? If so let me know in the comments)
The bumbling would be detective who stumbles into the field, the funny eccentric friend, and of course the love triangle. It’s a recipe for entertaining reads when done correctly which this one is acceptable.
More of a fun mystery with jokes and romance, this entire series was good. I’ll continue reading if more come out.
This one is a novelette and doesn’t quite match the entertainment of the rest of the series, yet, I can’t skip over the “.5” pieces of the series. This one is 4.5. Very short, quick read.
The bumbling would be detective who stumbles into the field, the funny eccentric friend, and of course the love triangle. It’s a recipe for entertaining reads when done correctly which this one is acceptable.
More of a fun mystery with jokes and romance, this entire series was good. I’ll continue reading if more come out.
This one is a novelette and doesn’t quite match the entertainment of the rest of the series, yet, I can’t skip over the “.5” pieces of the series. This one is 4.5. Very short, quick read.
September 6, 2023
Whiskey On The Rocks on Books On Track
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Previous books:
✦ Whiskey, You're The Devil (An Addison Holmes Mystery, #4) ~ ★★★★ (11/08/2023)
✦ Whiskey for Breakfast (An Addison Holmes Mystery, #3) ~ ★★★★ (11/08/2023)
✦ Whiskey Sour (An Addison Holmes Mystery, #2) ~ ★★★★ (11/08/2023)
✦ Whiskey Rebellion (An Addison Holmes Mystery, #1) ~ ★★★ (10/08/2023)
August 27, 2018
Whiskey on the rocks/hart
I was a little disappointed in this series, after being wow with the others, this one didn't have enough story into it like the others it was too much like telling what happen that day on an assignment no depth to it like the others it was almost like the author was trying to get enough sentence in the story to make up the qualified letters needed to make a book. This was more like a short story and not worth the money to buy. I would save my money and skip this one. Hope the next series is better and the creative juice is back. I like to see more of Addison Holmes story .The writer maybe just need a break.
I was a little disappointed in this series, after being wow with the others, this one didn't have enough story into it like the others it was too much like telling what happen that day on an assignment no depth to it like the others it was almost like the author was trying to get enough sentence in the story to make up the qualified letters needed to make a book. This was more like a short story and not worth the money to buy. I would save my money and skip this one. Hope the next series is better and the creative juice is back. I like to see more of Addison Holmes story .The writer maybe just need a break.
January 29, 2018
Liliana Hart is my second top author I love to read. Pre orders from her are like surprise Birthday presents to myself. I am re-reading this set since I recommended it to my nephew's girlfriend. This series is so funny! I actually laughed so hard in the first book, I had years and everyone I try to retell the tale to my friends, I would be in hysterics again and have a hard time telling it.
April 2, 2021
Love, Marriage, and Murder
If you like Stephanie Plum, you'll love Addison Holmes. This series is so enjoyable and makes me laugh out loud. Addison decides to get her P.I. license after losing her history teaching job. If there's trouble, she's in the middle of it and manages to survive despite her being a klutz.
If you like Stephanie Plum, you'll love Addison Holmes. This series is so enjoyable and makes me laugh out loud. Addison decides to get her P.I. license after losing her history teaching job. If there's trouble, she's in the middle of it and manages to survive despite her being a klutz.
June 16, 2025
Great series
Accidentally went to a nudist beach CA, Addison, full Monty is not for me, especially seeing 'Oranges' when I looked up from reading when a senior citizen bent over spreading out a beach towel...but for a million dollars? Xanax would be necessary. I love all the characters!
Accidentally went to a nudist beach CA, Addison, full Monty is not for me, especially seeing 'Oranges' when I looked up from reading when a senior citizen bent over spreading out a beach towel...but for a million dollars? Xanax would be necessary. I love all the characters!
February 10, 2017
So funny
I love this addison charts
I love Addison and these characters. I wish the book was longer. I hope you will have more of her and her life to come. HAve her marry Nick etc.
I love this addison charts
I love Addison and these characters. I wish the book was longer. I hope you will have more of her and her life to come. HAve her marry Nick etc.
December 28, 2018
If you like fast paced humour, you will like Liliana Hart
I have read most of this author's Whiskey series and have not been disappointed so far. Plots are fast paced and very funny. If you want to be carried away in a story and laugh out loud, you will love this author.
I have read most of this author's Whiskey series and have not been disappointed so far. Plots are fast paced and very funny. If you want to be carried away in a story and laugh out loud, you will love this author.
February 16, 2021
Whiskey On The Rocks
This book is short but OMG still funny has the rest of the Addison Holmes series. If you think Addison is funny wait till you read about Aunt Scarlett ... Yup she's a Holmes.
This book is short but OMG still funny has the rest of the Addison Holmes series. If you think Addison is funny wait till you read about Aunt Scarlett ... Yup she's a Holmes.
October 18, 2022
A fun read
Addison and her crazy antics never fail to make you laugh. She has a new character in her band of friends/sidekicks, and this character’s one liners have you holding your sides your laughing so hard.
Addison and her crazy antics never fail to make you laugh. She has a new character in her band of friends/sidekicks, and this character’s one liners have you holding your sides your laughing so hard.
February 16, 2017
Loved it
I love all the Addison Holmes books. They are funny and entertaining. Lillianna Hart is a wonderful writer. This book is no exception.
I love all the Addison Holmes books. They are funny and entertaining. Lillianna Hart is a wonderful writer. This book is no exception.
March 6, 2017
Too expensive for a short story
I read the whole thing in 30 min. 7 chapters. It was funny enjoyable but should have been 99 cents
Not 4.95
I read the whole thing in 30 min. 7 chapters. It was funny enjoyable but should have been 99 cents
Not 4.95
May 31, 2017
4/10: Finished the book and it was OK.
Extremely short. Overpriced. And don't read the review(s) that states Addison cheats on Nick with Savage. Nothing of the sort happens.
Extremely short. Overpriced. And don't read the review(s) that states Addison cheats on Nick with Savage. Nothing of the sort happens.
December 17, 2017
Short novella in the Addison Holmes series. Addison must help her eccentric Aunt track down a murderer from her past.
March 13, 2018
Very short
July 29, 2018
Fun story
Very funny story! Characters were very developed and fun especially Aunt Scarlet. Not one boring moment at all. Liliana does it again.
Very funny story! Characters were very developed and fun especially Aunt Scarlet. Not one boring moment at all. Liliana does it again.
August 4, 2018
Sweet, short, full of great descriptions that put you in the moment (unfortunately this time) 😏😖🙈
August 12, 2018
Hilarious!
August 15, 2018
Short. Time for Addison to fish or cut bait with Nick, or I'm giving the series up.
September 4, 2018
Great read
I loved this short funny read. A retirement nudists village. Hilarious! It is well written and the characters are a hoot!
I loved this short funny read. A retirement nudists village. Hilarious! It is well written and the characters are a hoot!
September 17, 2018
Short but sweet
G rat short before the next AH book. Savage is a tease and makes it hard for Addison to say no. I hope we get to see more of Aunt Scarlet....she’s a hoot!
G rat short before the next AH book. Savage is a tease and makes it hard for Addison to say no. I hope we get to see more of Aunt Scarlet....she’s a hoot!
March 22, 2019
Oranges...lol.
Omg! I LOVE Addison! This book is so flipping hysterical, i literally laughed thru the whole thing. Gotta love your relatives...lol.
Omg! I LOVE Addison! This book is so flipping hysterical, i literally laughed thru the whole thing. Gotta love your relatives...lol.
June 18, 2019
Such a fun read. I love aunt Scarlett. Laughed with sentence about hair. Had to read to hubby. Great book.
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