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McKinley Mysteries #7-9
McKinley Mysteries Box Set
Romance. Humor. Murder. It’s all here!
Meet Sean and Sara McKinley—former homicide detectives with a talent for attracting death investigations wherever they go. While solving murders without a badge has worked well for the McKinleys so far, they want to make their hobby official by becoming licensed private investigators. They’re even considering opening their own PI firm. Of course, they’ll still do whatever it takes to solve a case—whether that means going undercover, off the books, or around the world—and you can be certain they’ll be romancing it up along the way.
In this box set, enjoy novellas 7, 8, and 9 from the McKinley Mysteries series.
Christmas is Murder (McKinley Mysteries #7)
“Everything you could want in a Christmassy novella and more! ... This cozy mystery will bring a smile to your face and is perfect for a quick read to get you in that holiday spirit!”
–Wifetime of Happiness
Mistletoe and mischief…
Albany is the perfect image of a winter wonderland, and this year, Sean and Sara’s friend Jimmy is going to be Santa Claus for the upcoming Christmas parade. The trees and decorations have been selected, and the gifts have been purchased. The season has truly cast its magical spell. That is, until Sean and Sara’s neighbors die in a horrible house fire.
While the fire department ruled holiday-related hazards as the cause, Sara suspects there’s more to it. Her determination to find the truth has her and Sean toeing the line between what’s legal and what’s not.
As they sort out fact from fiction, the McKinleys make the final decision about whether or not to open a private investigation firm.
Valentine’s Day is Murder (McKinley Mysteries #8)
“It was full of adventure and mystery along with some romance. It pulls you in and won’t give up until everyone is safe and sound! Definitely a great cozy series!”
–Community Bookstop
Cupid’s arrow may have missed its mark…
It’s taken a long time and a lot of convincing, but Jimmy finally takes a vacation—and a chance on love—only to be abducted. His female companion originally thinks he was having cold feet about their relationship, but Sean and Sara aren’t buying it. Jimmy isn’t the type to just up and disappear, let alone leave a lady stranded.
Setting out on their private jet, Sean and Sara head to the tropical paradise of Ocho Rios, Jamaica, with sightseeing as the last thing on their minds. With a gold coin being their initial clue to finding Jimmy’s kidnapper—and the lack of any other real leads—Sean and Sara speculate about the involvement of pirates.
Yet as the hours pass and there’s no word from Jimmy’s captors, Sean and Sara will need to figure out their real motive before it’s too late. With help from their friend Adam back in Albany, the pieces begin to come together. And not a moment too soon.
Coffee is Murder (McKinley Mysteries #9)
“This book was full of adventure and mystery that readers have come to find with this series! Can’t wait to see what is next for the McKinleys.
Meet Sean and Sara McKinley—former homicide detectives with a talent for attracting death investigations wherever they go. While solving murders without a badge has worked well for the McKinleys so far, they want to make their hobby official by becoming licensed private investigators. They’re even considering opening their own PI firm. Of course, they’ll still do whatever it takes to solve a case—whether that means going undercover, off the books, or around the world—and you can be certain they’ll be romancing it up along the way.
In this box set, enjoy novellas 7, 8, and 9 from the McKinley Mysteries series.
Christmas is Murder (McKinley Mysteries #7)
“Everything you could want in a Christmassy novella and more! ... This cozy mystery will bring a smile to your face and is perfect for a quick read to get you in that holiday spirit!”
–Wifetime of Happiness
Mistletoe and mischief…
Albany is the perfect image of a winter wonderland, and this year, Sean and Sara’s friend Jimmy is going to be Santa Claus for the upcoming Christmas parade. The trees and decorations have been selected, and the gifts have been purchased. The season has truly cast its magical spell. That is, until Sean and Sara’s neighbors die in a horrible house fire.
While the fire department ruled holiday-related hazards as the cause, Sara suspects there’s more to it. Her determination to find the truth has her and Sean toeing the line between what’s legal and what’s not.
As they sort out fact from fiction, the McKinleys make the final decision about whether or not to open a private investigation firm.
Valentine’s Day is Murder (McKinley Mysteries #8)
“It was full of adventure and mystery along with some romance. It pulls you in and won’t give up until everyone is safe and sound! Definitely a great cozy series!”
–Community Bookstop
Cupid’s arrow may have missed its mark…
It’s taken a long time and a lot of convincing, but Jimmy finally takes a vacation—and a chance on love—only to be abducted. His female companion originally thinks he was having cold feet about their relationship, but Sean and Sara aren’t buying it. Jimmy isn’t the type to just up and disappear, let alone leave a lady stranded.
Setting out on their private jet, Sean and Sara head to the tropical paradise of Ocho Rios, Jamaica, with sightseeing as the last thing on their minds. With a gold coin being their initial clue to finding Jimmy’s kidnapper—and the lack of any other real leads—Sean and Sara speculate about the involvement of pirates.
Yet as the hours pass and there’s no word from Jimmy’s captors, Sean and Sara will need to figure out their real motive before it’s too late. With help from their friend Adam back in Albany, the pieces begin to come together. And not a moment too soon.
Coffee is Murder (McKinley Mysteries #9)
“This book was full of adventure and mystery that readers have come to find with this series! Can’t wait to see what is next for the McKinleys.
- GenresMystery
390 pages, ebook
First published October 17, 2017
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82 people want to read
About the author
Carolyn Arnold
76 books1,286 followersCAROLYN ARNOLD is an international bestselling and award-winning author, as well as a speaker, teacher, and inspirational mentor. She has several continuing fiction series and has nearly thirty published books. Her genre diversity offers her readers everything from cozy to hard-boiled mysteries, and thrillers to action adventures. Her crime fiction series have been praised by those in law enforcement as being accurate and entertaining. This led to her adopting the trademark: POLICE PROCEDURALS RESPECTED BY LAW ENFORCEMENT™.
Carolyn was born in a small town and enjoys spending time outdoors, but she also loves the lights of a big city. Grounded by her roots and lifted by her dreams, her overactive imagination insists that she tell her stories. Her intention is to touch the hearts of millions with her books, to entertain, inspire, and empower.
She currently lives near London, Ontario, Canada with her husband and two beagles.
Carolyn was born in a small town and enjoys spending time outdoors, but she also loves the lights of a big city. Grounded by her roots and lifted by her dreams, her overactive imagination insists that she tell her stories. Her intention is to touch the hearts of millions with her books, to entertain, inspire, and empower.
She currently lives near London, Ontario, Canada with her husband and two beagles.
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Displaying 1 - 8 of 8 reviews
May 9, 2020
CHRISTMAS IS MURDER
A cozy mystery, it is more than that, it has a good plot. A young couple Sean and Sara, and her parents. Picking out Christmas trees that evening they meet the neighbors close to their house. Later sirens are heard and finding these neighbors home had buried, Once again they are investigating, things didn’t seem right of what the chief was telling them.
VALENTINE MURDER
Jimmy and Meredith in Jamaica enjoying time together, having been dating awhile. From past divorces, they are taking it slow. A romantic dinner ending with Jimmy missing, Good intrigue if who was guilty and why.
Did bring Jimmy and Meredith aware of what they could have lost.
COFFEE IS MURDER
A mother who loved coffee, as does Sara. The aroma to close one’s eye and enjoy. The daughter thought she got the perfect gift for her mother a flavor a month. Turns out one flavor was murder. Good plot
Good selection and good intriguing plots.
A cozy mystery, it is more than that, it has a good plot. A young couple Sean and Sara, and her parents. Picking out Christmas trees that evening they meet the neighbors close to their house. Later sirens are heard and finding these neighbors home had buried, Once again they are investigating, things didn’t seem right of what the chief was telling them.
VALENTINE MURDER
Jimmy and Meredith in Jamaica enjoying time together, having been dating awhile. From past divorces, they are taking it slow. A romantic dinner ending with Jimmy missing, Good intrigue if who was guilty and why.
Did bring Jimmy and Meredith aware of what they could have lost.
COFFEE IS MURDER
A mother who loved coffee, as does Sara. The aroma to close one’s eye and enjoy. The daughter thought she got the perfect gift for her mother a flavor a month. Turns out one flavor was murder. Good plot
Good selection and good intriguing plots.
August 2, 2020
Never Disappoints
All of the McKinley stories are fast paced and full of breath holding twist and turns.
Sean and Sara never let us forget that they are in love with each other but also care deeply about their friends.
All of the McKinley stories are fast paced and full of breath holding twist and turns.
Sean and Sara never let us forget that they are in love with each other but also care deeply about their friends.
August 13, 2020
Like family
Thoroughly enjoyed the escapades of Carolyns characters in this cozy mystery series.
It is nice to be reminded that there are still peop!e willing to help with out expecting something in return.
Thoroughly enjoyed the escapades of Carolyns characters in this cozy mystery series.
It is nice to be reminded that there are still peop!e willing to help with out expecting something in return.
August 20, 2020
Good solid mysteries!
The stories are solid, the characters are engaging although a little stilted at times. The dialogue isn't as smooth as is like, but overall these are engaging mystery stories with some good twists.
The stories are solid, the characters are engaging although a little stilted at times. The dialogue isn't as smooth as is like, but overall these are engaging mystery stories with some good twists.
January 26, 2020
An interesting series with lots of twists and turns. The characters come alive on the page and I love the way the couple's banter keeps them going.
February 3, 2020
Live Your Life for Today
Great easy reading stories. I loved the sequence of each story. It involved skillfully figuring out who was guilty & why!!
Great easy reading stories. I loved the sequence of each story. It involved skillfully figuring out who was guilty & why!!
August 11, 2020
Good
U really enjoyed reading these stories. This us one special couple and their friends. Former cops who inherited money but still help people with their problems.
U really enjoyed reading these stories. This us one special couple and their friends. Former cops who inherited money but still help people with their problems.
December 25, 2024
Some excellent mysteries
The author has created some interesting and unique plots to go with an imaginative group of characters making these hard to stop reading
The author has created some interesting and unique plots to go with an imaginative group of characters making these hard to stop reading
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