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Alaska #6
Chasing Shadows
An Unexpected CallAfter finding a lost orphaned puppy in her yard in Snow Falls, Alaska, Sarah Garland is happy for the new companion and something to love. Adding to the excitement, is an unexpected call from her publisher in Los Angeles, who wants Sarah to come into the office immediately and sign a major movie deal for all her recent books.
A Twist of FateBut when Sarah, best friend Amanda, and their new puppy Mittens set off on the road for Los Angeles for a girl’s trip coupled with the production team meeting, they experience a flat tire which threatens to derail their plans. Especially after a kind man, who offers to help them in their predicament, is involved in a drive-by shooting, right in front of the group.
A Dark MysteryAs Sarah dives into the mystery of the shooting far from home, with a local Sheriff attempting to drive her out of town, the mind of a twisted killer begins to work on Sarah’s emotions. Is Sarah safe from her own shadow?
A Twist of FateBut when Sarah, best friend Amanda, and their new puppy Mittens set off on the road for Los Angeles for a girl’s trip coupled with the production team meeting, they experience a flat tire which threatens to derail their plans. Especially after a kind man, who offers to help them in their predicament, is involved in a drive-by shooting, right in front of the group.
A Dark MysteryAs Sarah dives into the mystery of the shooting far from home, with a local Sheriff attempting to drive her out of town, the mind of a twisted killer begins to work on Sarah’s emotions. Is Sarah safe from her own shadow?
170 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 12, 2018
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Wendy Meadows
183 books434 followersWendy Meadows is a USA Today bestselling cozy mystery author who creates the perfect escape for readers who love amateur sleuths, small-town secrets, and mysteries you can solve with a cup of tea in hand.
Her beloved series—including Sweetfern Harbor, Alaska Cozy Mysteries, and Travel Writer Mysteries—feature quirky characters, family bonds, and charming whodunits with no gore, just gentle intrigue that keeps you guessing.
When she's not plotting her next puzzle, she's spoiling her pets, enjoying time with her two adult children, and hunting for the perfect hybrid tea rose to inspire her peaceful settings.
Join her cozy community and get a free ebook plus behind-the-scenes peeks into her stories and characters.
Her beloved series—including Sweetfern Harbor, Alaska Cozy Mysteries, and Travel Writer Mysteries—feature quirky characters, family bonds, and charming whodunits with no gore, just gentle intrigue that keeps you guessing.
When she's not plotting her next puzzle, she's spoiling her pets, enjoying time with her two adult children, and hunting for the perfect hybrid tea rose to inspire her peaceful settings.
Join her cozy community and get a free ebook plus behind-the-scenes peeks into her stories and characters.
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January 17, 2018
I'm all caught up in this series now. This was another fast moving, exciting adventure for Sarah and Amanda, and eventually Conrad. The whole thing took place in Oregon this time.
Before anything else in the story happened, Sarah adopted an abandoned Husky dog puppy and named her Mittens, who ended up going with them. Sarah had gotten a call from her book agent, Rebecca, that her books were going to be made into movies. Rebecca asked her to come down to Los Angeles the following week.
She and Amanda decided to road trip but they had a flat tire and ended up in Prate, OR. A sweet older man named Nate helped them out and let them stay at his place. Everything started to go south when they were shot at while Nate was driving them to his house.
As usual, Sarah found herself in a situation where she had to be a detective again, even going as far as to call her old partner, Pete, in LA to get info and run checks on the shooter's car. When her agent turns up dead, Sarah starts to take the case a little more personally and knows she has to help or possibly be the next murder victim.
It was pretty exciting especially the take down. Good old Amanda saved the day again. Conrad had even flown to OR so the gang was all together. I loved the new friends in Prate they met, Nate and his buddy Harry. Even the grouchy sheriff ended up being ok. I'm sure by the end of that road trip that Mitten was fully potty-trained! ;)
Book 5 didn't end with an ominous enticement but this book did. Sounds like the next case may have more dealings with LA, we'll all just have to wait and see!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of this book. Side note, I do hope the name switches between Street and Smart got fixed in the final copy as well as the fact that one time it said Mittens was Amanda's dog. Other than that, another quick and thrilling adventure.
Before anything else in the story happened, Sarah adopted an abandoned Husky dog puppy and named her Mittens, who ended up going with them. Sarah had gotten a call from her book agent, Rebecca, that her books were going to be made into movies. Rebecca asked her to come down to Los Angeles the following week.
She and Amanda decided to road trip but they had a flat tire and ended up in Prate, OR. A sweet older man named Nate helped them out and let them stay at his place. Everything started to go south when they were shot at while Nate was driving them to his house.
As usual, Sarah found herself in a situation where she had to be a detective again, even going as far as to call her old partner, Pete, in LA to get info and run checks on the shooter's car. When her agent turns up dead, Sarah starts to take the case a little more personally and knows she has to help or possibly be the next murder victim.
It was pretty exciting especially the take down. Good old Amanda saved the day again. Conrad had even flown to OR so the gang was all together. I loved the new friends in Prate they met, Nate and his buddy Harry. Even the grouchy sheriff ended up being ok. I'm sure by the end of that road trip that Mitten was fully potty-trained! ;)
Book 5 didn't end with an ominous enticement but this book did. Sounds like the next case may have more dealings with LA, we'll all just have to wait and see!
I voluntarily read and reviewed an ARC of this book. Side note, I do hope the name switches between Street and Smart got fixed in the final copy as well as the fact that one time it said Mittens was Amanda's dog. Other than that, another quick and thrilling adventure.
November 17, 2020
Not a fan of this one
This book was not good. Although I liked Nate & Harry, the rest of the book was just not good. First, there is a story issue where Sarah says Mittens belongs to Amanda when Mittens is her dog. Also, what happened to the kitten they found a couple books ago? There hasn't been a mention of that kitten since. Why make it a minor plot point in that book to completely drop it!?! Anyway, the killer is a spoiled rotten little brat & it made it hard to read. Also, the women act like they are in their 60s with the way they act & dress. They are younger than me by a couple years & they things they say, do, act, & dress is not like any woman I know in her 40s. Sarah lived in LA & Amanda in London but they act like back woods women who never have been anywhere or done anything. They don't have to be fashion forward in Alaska but they wear dresses & skirts all the time - even in winter in Alaska during blizzards. It makes no sense. Anyway, rant over but this book was just not good. I would habe given it1 star but I liked Nate.
This book was not good. Although I liked Nate & Harry, the rest of the book was just not good. First, there is a story issue where Sarah says Mittens belongs to Amanda when Mittens is her dog. Also, what happened to the kitten they found a couple books ago? There hasn't been a mention of that kitten since. Why make it a minor plot point in that book to completely drop it!?! Anyway, the killer is a spoiled rotten little brat & it made it hard to read. Also, the women act like they are in their 60s with the way they act & dress. They are younger than me by a couple years & they things they say, do, act, & dress is not like any woman I know in her 40s. Sarah lived in LA & Amanda in London but they act like back woods women who never have been anywhere or done anything. They don't have to be fashion forward in Alaska but they wear dresses & skirts all the time - even in winter in Alaska during blizzards. It makes no sense. Anyway, rant over but this book was just not good. I would habe given it1 star but I liked Nate.
July 18, 2020
Sarah received a surprise call from her agent Rebecca...a movie studio wants to buy the rights to turn her books into movies! She and Amanda start on a road trip to LA to meet with Rebecca and discuss details. On the way they end up in Prade, OR with a flat.
A flat that quickly turns into murder. A murder that quickly shows someone is trying to hurt Sarah. Was the book-to-movie a rise to lure Sarah to LA?
These cozies are such great and fun reads. I love Sarah and Amanda's friendship as well as the developing romance between Sarah and Conrad. The writing is so light and fluffy and always enjoyable.
A flat that quickly turns into murder. A murder that quickly shows someone is trying to hurt Sarah. Was the book-to-movie a rise to lure Sarah to LA?
These cozies are such great and fun reads. I love Sarah and Amanda's friendship as well as the developing romance between Sarah and Conrad. The writing is so light and fluffy and always enjoyable.
August 18, 2023
Sarah and Amanda are once again involved in a mystery Sarah gets pulled back into a case that she could not solve as a homicide detective...When an old man stops for the girls after a flat tire and gets pulled into a killing and the mystery surrounding it Sarah tries to figure out the old case and the new one miles away from L.A. With a teenage killer trying to make Sarah redo his father's homicide (the one she couldn't solve) Sarah realizes he is indeed insane from the death of his father. Conrad comes to join Sarah and they tackle the mystery and the murder together.
January 23, 2018
Fantastic
Another awesome mystery that moves along at a great pace. I love that the author doesn't drag you along with so many red herrings and just throws everything together at the end. It's very satisfying as a reader to get keep with the action thru the whole story. Sarah and Conrad's relationship makes my heart happy (hopefully it won't be dragged out too long, they really need to be together) and Amanda is hoot, absolutely love her!
Another awesome mystery that moves along at a great pace. I love that the author doesn't drag you along with so many red herrings and just throws everything together at the end. It's very satisfying as a reader to get keep with the action thru the whole story. Sarah and Conrad's relationship makes my heart happy (hopefully it won't be dragged out too long, they really need to be together) and Amanda is hoot, absolutely love her!
February 4, 2018
I really enjoyed this next story with Sarah and Amanda as Sarah was informed by her agent that her books were going to be made into movies so she needed to be in Los Angeles. Rather than fly, they decided to drive from Alaska. Nate, an older gentleman, stopped when Sarah's vehicle got a flat and planned to take them into town. A car suddenly appears, following them in Nate's truck and then begins shooting. So begins this next adventure.
April 13, 2018
Love the characters in this series of books. Also, the way past mysteries are woven into the current one to help refresh your memory on past events and characters involvement. The story lines keep you interested and you find yourself rooting for the main characters. I love the Cozy Mystery series and Alaska Cozy is on the top of my list.
June 4, 2019
Tricks of the mind
Lets see how many stories the puppy is in. For a retired cop, Sarah sure has been saved by Amanda a lot. I enjoy the stories and characters but, details. Maybe instead of Amanda doing the saving Sarah could be the hero once in a while. Still no mention of the kitty they found and Amanda had and threw at a bad guy.
Lets see how many stories the puppy is in. For a retired cop, Sarah sure has been saved by Amanda a lot. I enjoy the stories and characters but, details. Maybe instead of Amanda doing the saving Sarah could be the hero once in a while. Still no mention of the kitty they found and Amanda had and threw at a bad guy.
January 30, 2018
Great mystery book. Really loved the characters, and would love to see Nate in future stories. This was a fast paced and high octane read. Love this series, and this book was great. Cannot wait for the next book in this series.
February 18, 2018
Dad commentary on modern times
I loved the book. The characters relationships have developed and new friends were made. The loss of a tangential character was rough. I hope her replacement ends up easier to handle. Interesting commentary on modern times.
I loved the book. The characters relationships have developed and new friends were made. The loss of a tangential character was rough. I hope her replacement ends up easier to handle. Interesting commentary on modern times.
April 24, 2018
I have enjoyed finding this series. I had never read a Wendy Meadows book before and Amazon recommended this. I certainly enjoy these quick to read mysteries. And will try other series by her to read.
July 29, 2018
Another great read!!
I just love this series!!! Love the characters that Sarah and Amanda meet! And as always it’s action from beginning to end!!! Thank u Wendy for writing these exciting mystery reads!!! Can’t wait to start book seven in this series!!!
I just love this series!!! Love the characters that Sarah and Amanda meet! And as always it’s action from beginning to end!!! Thank u Wendy for writing these exciting mystery reads!!! Can’t wait to start book seven in this series!!!
January 30, 2019
Wow! Another great read
Thank you so much for writing these amazing books. I'm so I enthralled that it takes me away like tv does. I love reading before bedtime, so I can unwind and relax.
Cherie A Harlow
Thank you so much for writing these amazing books. I'm so I enthralled that it takes me away like tv does. I love reading before bedtime, so I can unwind and relax.
Cherie A Harlow
June 1, 2020
Chasing Shadowy
These group of characters are all over. In this adventure they are in Oregon and a very small town. Working as a team, they solve a murder and are having to take care of locals.
These group of characters are all over. In this adventure they are in Oregon and a very small town. Working as a team, they solve a murder and are having to take care of locals.
October 11, 2020
Another excellent read
Another great instalment in the Alaska Cozy Mystery series - this is number 6. I really enjoyed the book and loved the characters. It’s a great story and series which I would highly recommend.
Another great instalment in the Alaska Cozy Mystery series - this is number 6. I really enjoyed the book and loved the characters. It’s a great story and series which I would highly recommend.
January 3, 2021
Great series
Enjoy this series. Always a gripping mystery with fun and interesting characters. Can't wait to see what happens next! No graphic violence or swearing. Nice cozy mystery.
Enjoy this series. Always a gripping mystery with fun and interesting characters. Can't wait to see what happens next! No graphic violence or swearing. Nice cozy mystery.
January 24, 2018
Enjoyed the series
February 11, 2018
Chasing shadows
This a very good book just like th rest of the series love the way the characters take care of each other
This a very good book just like th rest of the series love the way the characters take care of each other
February 18, 2018
Meh
This was messy from start to finish. Difficult to follow, and no real payoff. Even the puppy couldn't save it.
This was messy from start to finish. Difficult to follow, and no real payoff. Even the puppy couldn't save it.
February 22, 2018
Omg
Great story. Wendy you out did yourself again. Cliffhangers left and right, suspense around every corner. Can't wait for your next one :)
Great story. Wendy you out did yourself again. Cliffhangers left and right, suspense around every corner. Can't wait for your next one :)
May 18, 2018
Another great one
I love this series. I can't wait to read the next book. It is such a great series. This was our of town though. I liked the new characters.
I love this series. I can't wait to read the next book. It is such a great series. This was our of town though. I liked the new characters.
December 28, 2018
Great story!
March 26, 2019
Great series.
This series is great. I have trouble putting it down. I highly recommend this series to anyone who likes a good mystery.
This series is great. I have trouble putting it down. I highly recommend this series to anyone who likes a good mystery.
June 13, 2019
Excellent
Once again I chose this rating because it deserved it. The author has a way of keeping the storyline interesting and the characters busy. I would recommend it to anyone.
Once again I chose this rating because it deserved it. The author has a way of keeping the storyline interesting and the characters busy. I would recommend it to anyone.
May 20, 2020
Dog
Thank goodness there is finally a dog! This is a great series, but it needed a dog! Very intense! I always read books with dogs on the front!
Thank goodness there is finally a dog! This is a great series, but it needed a dog! Very intense! I always read books with dogs on the front!
May 28, 2020
Chasing Shadows
This books I really enjoyed reading and I still wish that they could be made into a television show.Wow that would be great.
This books I really enjoyed reading and I still wish that they could be made into a television show.Wow that would be great.
February 19, 2021
Out of the park
I so love to read your books! There is never a dull moment and your characters become friends. This one was a real nail biter!
I so love to read your books! There is never a dull moment and your characters become friends. This one was a real nail biter!
February 22, 2021
Exciting
Great read. The ladies are on a road trip that turns out to be a deadly one, and find help from elderly gentlemen.
Great read. The ladies are on a road trip that turns out to be a deadly one, and find help from elderly gentlemen.
February 9, 2022
Talk about action packed. 😊 It started out kinda hum-drum but then it got GOOD. 😯 I'm okay with this series but I'm having doubts that I will finish it. 😕
April 11, 2024
I liked the setting and the story here.
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