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Cruise Ship Mysteries #9
Cruisin' for a Bruisin'
Rumors are swirling on board the cruise ship, “Siren of the Seas.” Millie Sanders, Assistant Cruise Director, has heard them all…the ship is being sold; the cruise line is filing bankruptcy or worse yet, the company is going under.
When the ship arrives in Miami with what could be their last load of passengers, a police car and ambulance are waiting. Millie soon discovers that an unknown assailant has attacked one of her friends on board.
The mystery deepens as the attacks continue and threaten to turn deadly. Can Millie and the gang keep their friend out of harm’s way while they solve the mystery or are they cruisin’ for a bruisin’?
When the ship arrives in Miami with what could be their last load of passengers, a police car and ambulance are waiting. Millie soon discovers that an unknown assailant has attacked one of her friends on board.
The mystery deepens as the attacks continue and threaten to turn deadly. Can Millie and the gang keep their friend out of harm’s way while they solve the mystery or are they cruisin’ for a bruisin’?
310 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 9, 2017
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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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December 8, 2017
Initially I was enjoying these. But the stories are getting harder and harder to swallow. Doesn't Millie and the rest of her partners in crime have real jobs on the ship. Also, if I was on their cruise ship, I'd hope the security was better.
March 22, 2017
Great series of books exciting and cute I've read all of them and love them
June 15, 2020
My least favourite book in the series so far.
Millie and friends try to help the night security guard.
Millie and friends try to help the night security guard.
November 7, 2021
Ugh!
While this book is written better than many of the previous one (that's why two stars), the story itself is cringe worthy, the pace slow and the self entitlement high.
While this book is written better than many of the previous one (that's why two stars), the story itself is cringe worthy, the pace slow and the self entitlement high.
May 29, 2022
This one did NOT hold my attention -- normally I love Millie's adventures!!
August 29, 2022
Very hit and miss series. This was just plain silly.
March 12, 2017
Cruisin’ for a Bruisin’ is the ninth book in Hope Callaghan’s Cruise Ship Christian Cozy Mysteries Series and is a wonderful, clean cozy mystery that doesn’t contain any gratuitous sex, violence, or foul language. The story line is well thought out and the characters are relatable. There’s an interesting mystery, humor, and a touch of sweet romance. The book flows at a steady pace and there are enough twists, turns, and suspects to hold the reader’s interest. This installment even gives the reader a peek into the inner workings of a cruise ship. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a well-crafted cozy mystery.
Rumors have been spreading quickly on Siren of the Seas cruise ship and Andy Walker, Cruise Director, is holding meetings with ship’s crew and staff in an effort to ease everyone’s mind. Andy lets everyone know that while there is a small change in their schedule, there were no mechanical or financial problems, and that Majestic Cruise Lines wasn’t being bought out by a competitor. He informed them that no new passengers would be boarding when the ship docked on Saturday and that while they are docked in their home port of Miami for the next week, the crew, staff, and contractors would be deep cleaning, renovating, and installing new guest activities. Millie was excited … a week in Miami would mean she could shop for her wedding dress! Millie was concerned when she saw a police car and ambulance parked in front of the dock where Siren of the Seas berthed. Millie’s worried about her friend, Brody Rourke, because the ambulance was for him. Brody says he heard noises that concerned him and when he went to investigate, he saw someone lying on the floor. He was hit from behind and when another crewmember found him, he was alone but there was a small pool of blood on the floor that didn’t belong to him. Millie learns about more incidents involving Brody and threats against him so even though she’s busy with her list of assignments, she’s keeping her eyes on Brody. She ends up visiting portions of the ship where she has never ventured before and meets some interesting people who Annette Delacroix and she bribe with food.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
Rumors have been spreading quickly on Siren of the Seas cruise ship and Andy Walker, Cruise Director, is holding meetings with ship’s crew and staff in an effort to ease everyone’s mind. Andy lets everyone know that while there is a small change in their schedule, there were no mechanical or financial problems, and that Majestic Cruise Lines wasn’t being bought out by a competitor. He informed them that no new passengers would be boarding when the ship docked on Saturday and that while they are docked in their home port of Miami for the next week, the crew, staff, and contractors would be deep cleaning, renovating, and installing new guest activities. Millie was excited … a week in Miami would mean she could shop for her wedding dress! Millie was concerned when she saw a police car and ambulance parked in front of the dock where Siren of the Seas berthed. Millie’s worried about her friend, Brody Rourke, because the ambulance was for him. Brody says he heard noises that concerned him and when he went to investigate, he saw someone lying on the floor. He was hit from behind and when another crewmember found him, he was alone but there was a small pool of blood on the floor that didn’t belong to him. Millie learns about more incidents involving Brody and threats against him so even though she’s busy with her list of assignments, she’s keeping her eyes on Brody. She ends up visiting portions of the ship where she has never ventured before and meets some interesting people who Annette Delacroix and she bribe with food.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advance Reader Copy of this book.
August 12, 2018
Rumors are flying around the ship as to what is going on. Is the Cruise line going bankrupt, have they sold, the list goes on and on.
Brody is found on the floor and hurt. He claims he saw a body and was checking on them when he got hit from behind. But there was no other body.
Brody is left with a message, it is not over. Who is after him and what did he do?
Millie and Annette go see Sharky and make a deal with food to let them watch Brody. With all the work that is going on around the ship someone has to see something. The girls get into trouble as they always do but that is what makes the book fun. A great read.
Brody is found on the floor and hurt. He claims he saw a body and was checking on them when he got hit from behind. But there was no other body.
Brody is left with a message, it is not over. Who is after him and what did he do?
Millie and Annette go see Sharky and make a deal with food to let them watch Brody. With all the work that is going on around the ship someone has to see something. The girls get into trouble as they always do but that is what makes the book fun. A great read.
October 20, 2021
I enjoy Hope Callaghan's Cruise Ship mysteries. In Cruisin' for a Bruisin', Millie Sanders, assistant cruise director of Siren of the Seas and the rest of the crew are docked and working onboard for a week. A few new things are being added to the ship including a rock wall. When her friend, Brody Rourke, head of night security, is attacked, she begins her amateur sleuthing in order to keep an eye on him. Her accomplices are fellow crew members Annette Delacroix, Cat Wellington, and Danielle Kneldon. These characters are fun to read about since they are always getting into trouble and I like that the setting is a cruise ship.
May 12, 2019
Millie and friends save another cruise ship mystery
Millie, Annette, Danielle, and Cat seek to help a young friend who works in Security. He has been attacked several times since their last port stop and rumors are that he was seen going into a gay bar. The ship is in its home port of Miami for upgrades, and Millie and friends have one week to solve the case.great characters--it would be fun to be a part of their group. Interesting twists in the story. Hope Callaghan has another hit.
Millie, Annette, Danielle, and Cat seek to help a young friend who works in Security. He has been attacked several times since their last port stop and rumors are that he was seen going into a gay bar. The ship is in its home port of Miami for upgrades, and Millie and friends have one week to solve the case.great characters--it would be fun to be a part of their group. Interesting twists in the story. Hope Callaghan has another hit.
October 1, 2021
Cruising For a Bruising
I can't read enough of Hope Callaghan' s "Cruise Ship " cozey mysterys .Millie and the rest of the crew aboard the ship are vibrant and colorful characters that look out not only for each other but also the tourists that come aboard. There is always adventure, intrigue, and laughter throughout drawing you into each mystery like this one lieving satisfied and curious what's to happen next. Acquire " Cruising for a Bruising " so you yourself can enjoy it as much as I have. 😀Kat
I can't read enough of Hope Callaghan' s "Cruise Ship " cozey mysterys .Millie and the rest of the crew aboard the ship are vibrant and colorful characters that look out not only for each other but also the tourists that come aboard. There is always adventure, intrigue, and laughter throughout drawing you into each mystery like this one lieving satisfied and curious what's to happen next. Acquire " Cruising for a Bruising " so you yourself can enjoy it as much as I have. 😀Kat
March 12, 2017
Another delightful read with Millie Sanders, senior sleuth, as "Siren of the Seas" docks in Miami for a week of renovations. With an unforeseen attack on a crew member, Millie tries to keep an open mind even when rumors circulate to the contrary. Hope Callaghan with the help of Millie introduces the reader to several new and unusual characters: Sharky and Reef Savage. Hope Callaghan weaves elements from the previous books so Cruisin' for a Bruisin' can be read as a stand alone.
March 14, 2017
Millie and the girls join forces to help a teammate overcome adversity from mechanical shipmates.
Millie and the girls try to figure out who is trying to hurt their shipmates and why. In the midst of trying to prepare for the wedding, upgrading of the ship and the disappearance of some mechanical shipmates Millie and the girls go undercover to solve the crimes. Waiting for the next story to be published.
Millie and the girls try to figure out who is trying to hurt their shipmates and why. In the midst of trying to prepare for the wedding, upgrading of the ship and the disappearance of some mechanical shipmates Millie and the girls go undercover to solve the crimes. Waiting for the next story to be published.
March 23, 2017
The siren of the Sea cruise ship was going to dock in Miami for a week while improving and upgrading the ship. Millie Sanders and Captain Armati are having problems with their engagement. Millie becomes involved with her friend Brody that was hurt and threatened by someone. So she and her friends decide to investigate who is behind this. Of course they get into trouble as usual with Millie in the middle of things.
June 25, 2021
Another great addition to the series
Millie and friends investigate the attack on one of her friends on the security team. This escalates into a murder that her friend is accused of. This mixed in with the planning for Millies wedding along with her getting ready to be acting cruise director while her boss takes two weeks emergency leave. A lot of fun looking forward to reading more stories
Millie and friends investigate the attack on one of her friends on the security team. This escalates into a murder that her friend is accused of. This mixed in with the planning for Millies wedding along with her getting ready to be acting cruise director while her boss takes two weeks emergency leave. A lot of fun looking forward to reading more stories
October 20, 2021
Cruising will never be the same
This was my first book by Hope Callaghan. While I thought it was well written I just felt like it was too much of a fantasy for me.
There are some dark characters working below deck which had me thinking how important security is while on the open water.
While it was a cute mystery, it was just a little to juvenile for me. I like mysteries that are a little more realistic.
This was my first book by Hope Callaghan. While I thought it was well written I just felt like it was too much of a fantasy for me.
There are some dark characters working below deck which had me thinking how important security is while on the open water.
While it was a cute mystery, it was just a little to juvenile for me. I like mysteries that are a little more realistic.
March 14, 2017
More murder & mischief
Millie and her buddies get into a heap of mischief as they come to the aid of a friend who has been harassed by other crew members. I've been on several cruises and they all seem so uneventful after reading about Millie's adventures and misadventures. Be sure to get a copy of this delightful episode for your reading enjoyment!
Millie and her buddies get into a heap of mischief as they come to the aid of a friend who has been harassed by other crew members. I've been on several cruises and they all seem so uneventful after reading about Millie's adventures and misadventures. Be sure to get a copy of this delightful episode for your reading enjoyment!
March 16, 2017
Millie helps a friend
There is always lots of fun when the ship is in port, and this week it's for cleaning and updating. Of course, one of Millie's friends get into a pickle, and it is up to the girls to save the day. This is a very enjoyable addition to a great series. Dip your toes in and then go back to the beginning of the series and see how it all started.
There is always lots of fun when the ship is in port, and this week it's for cleaning and updating. Of course, one of Millie's friends get into a pickle, and it is up to the girls to save the day. This is a very enjoyable addition to a great series. Dip your toes in and then go back to the beginning of the series and see how it all started.
July 9, 2018
Millie and the gals are helping Brody this time around, even though he isn't asking or wanting the help. No cruise this time though.. The cruise ship is in drydock for some major upgrades to entice more passengers to book with Majestic. Millie gets creative with her investigating, and she'll have you laughing at what she does to go incognito haha.
September 16, 2018
Another awesome book in the Cruise Ship series! These are Christian cozy mysteries with likeable, interesting characters, intriguing mysteries, friendship, and romance. The ship is in Miami for repairs and renovation. One of the crew members is attacked and Millie and friends try to figure out what happened. It is well written and hard to put down.
June 10, 2020
Well the crew are busy cleaning the cruise ship as it undergoes renovations. Well there are two missing crew members.
Then there high jinks from the maintenance department. Wedding plans continue but will the wedding really happen?
More to come in the next adventure when Millie stands in for Andy who will be away for two weeks!
Then there high jinks from the maintenance department. Wedding plans continue but will the wedding really happen?
More to come in the next adventure when Millie stands in for Andy who will be away for two weeks!
May 24, 2021
Second Read Still Thrills
So many questions for the cruise ship crew. Will they get them answered in time to show off new updates on board after a week's worth of remodeling? Will strange deaths be resolved? Most of all, will Millie ever get to wear the perfect wedding dress for the perfect man? I enjoyed it as much the second time after reading it a year ago.
So many questions for the cruise ship crew. Will they get them answered in time to show off new updates on board after a week's worth of remodeling? Will strange deaths be resolved? Most of all, will Millie ever get to wear the perfect wedding dress for the perfect man? I enjoyed it as much the second time after reading it a year ago.
March 16, 2017
Lol
Millie and the crew are at it again !!! Mystery at it's finest and funniest. Just who killed or didn't kill one of the crew and will the girl's solve it before the ship ⛵⛵⛵s. Grab a cup of tea and enjoy.
Millie and the crew are at it again !!! Mystery at it's finest and funniest. Just who killed or didn't kill one of the crew and will the girl's solve it before the ship ⛵⛵⛵s. Grab a cup of tea and enjoy.
March 28, 2017
Quick read
This isn't one of my favorites of the series but it was enjoyable enough. As with all of this author's books you need the ability to suspend disbelief because it doesn't feel even remotely realistic, but I'm OK with that. Enjoyed getting to know Brody more.
This isn't one of my favorites of the series but it was enjoyable enough. As with all of this author's books you need the ability to suspend disbelief because it doesn't feel even remotely realistic, but I'm OK with that. Enjoyed getting to know Brody more.
November 29, 2017
2 thumbs up
This was a fun book to read. I enjoyed how Millie and the gang come up with different ways to get information to help solve this mystery. It was serious and lighthearted all at the same time. A quick read too.
This was a fun book to read. I enjoyed how Millie and the gang come up with different ways to get information to help solve this mystery. It was serious and lighthearted all at the same time. A quick read too.
January 16, 2018
Very enjoyable series
I have really enjoyed the cruises we have been taking in this series. Millie, Cat Danielle and Annette are all a blog and make for a funny group of crime solvers. I also like that this is a Christian cozy mystery. Well written well edited.
I have really enjoyed the cruises we have been taking in this series. Millie, Cat Danielle and Annette are all a blog and make for a funny group of crime solvers. I also like that this is a Christian cozy mystery. Well written well edited.
October 22, 2018
Funny and sweet, as usual. These books aren't deep, but I appreciate the cruise ship backdrop, and I have come to really like the characters, so it is fun to continue with the series...not to mention the Christian aspect of these books.
February 16, 2019
A Cruise Ship Cozy Mystery
Just as good as the others! Love this series. It has fun, mysteries, trouble and lots of what next. I know everyone will enjoy this series as much as I do!!
Just as good as the others! Love this series. It has fun, mysteries, trouble and lots of what next. I know everyone will enjoy this series as much as I do!!
August 28, 2019
High Seas
I really enjoyed this book and have read several of Hope Callaghan’s books everyone was great. Funny with some suspense thrown in I recommend you read this book and you will get hooked like I have.
I really enjoyed this book and have read several of Hope Callaghan’s books everyone was great. Funny with some suspense thrown in I recommend you read this book and you will get hooked like I have.
April 25, 2020
Spectacular read
This books are so enjoyable. You are spending the day with friends. We are feel part of the books. I can see myself in I 95! Can't wait to see what the girls will do next!
This books are so enjoyable. You are spending the day with friends. We are feel part of the books. I can see myself in I 95! Can't wait to see what the girls will do next!
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