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The New Orleans Go Cup Chronicles #1-4
The New Orleans Go Cup Chronicles Vol 1-4: There's no place like New Orleans to have a good CRIME!
FOUR SIDE-SPLITTING NEW ORLEANS GO CUP CHRONICLES IN ONE BOX SETAt the Ready-To-Go price of $8.99! All the fun of Mardi Gras, without the hangover! Colleen Mooney’s funny, romantic, delightfully meandering cozy mysteries guarantee you gon’ have an authentic New Orleans experience, dawlin’, with a wild ride thrown into the bargain.
Book 1 RESCUED BY A KISSYou’d think Brandy might be a little self-conscious a suave Svengali in one of the gentlemen’s walking clubs mesmerizes her into a big fat Mardi Gras smooch right in front of her boyfriend. But not a bit. Because after all, it's Mardi Gras, and also for another good that kiss was long, slow, hot, unlike any kiss she’d ever had in her life. She makes a date to meet Mr. Great Kisser after the parade but arrives just in time to see him get shot. Before he passes out, he pulls her close and whispers, “Save Isabella. And with that we’re off on a screwball chase all over town, from Lee Circle to the Lakefront, with a stop at Charity Hospital, and finally to the French Quarter’s favorite gay dance club, always accompanied by Schnauzers, one of them named Geaux Cup.
Book 2 DEAD AND BREAKFASTWhen Brandy’s best friend Julia, the ex-stripper-turned hotelier, finds her first and only guest covered in blood, lying half on and half off a broken bed, with Julia’s panties swinging from the chandelier, she gets Brandy on the horn.And Brandy does the only sensible thing, makes coffee...with a shot of whiskey--then calls the police. And who should respond, but her recent ex-boyfriend, Dante, with a brand new female partner? But wait! This is not nearly complicated enough for Noo Awlins, where, after all, everybody knows everybody! Julia’s lawyer is none other than Jiff, Brandy’s new squeeze (and the reason Dante’s the ex-boyfriend). As the suspense mounts, the romance blossoms, and not just one. Jiff’s looking more and more like Mr. a 100% Class Act, with his own Schnauzer and a soft spot for Brandy’s three. But Dante makes it clear that he doesn’t plan to go quietly; the former Mr. Right Next Door has a few very sexy moves he’s been holding in reserve, which knock Brandy’s socks--and truth be told, her panties --off! Book 3 DRIVE THRU MURDER
When Brandy pulls into the drive-thru, she expects to order a box of CLUCK IT! CHICKEN BY THE BUCKET, not hear gunshots and see someone in high heels and a black leather miniskirt climbing out of the pick-up window dragging a body. Her boyfriend, New Orleans Detective Dante Deedler, is on this case and hers as bodies keep turning up and she knows about them before he does. Her neighbor--a palm reader who is also a phone sex operator--has visions of Brandy’s future and past leaving more questions than answers. Murders, family dilemma and a rescued Schnauzer named Jesus has Brandy distracted. Could she be the next victim? There's no place like New Orleans to have a good crime!
Book 4 DEATH BY RUM BALLSThis will be Brandy’s first Christmas without Dante, but she is determined to enjoy the holiday going to parties and even a “Yappy Hour” with Jiff and both of their schnauzers. Brandy stops to deliver mistletoe for Julia’s party that night when Frank, Julia’s handyman, drags her into the mayhem surrounding the guest list. It seems everyone Julia invited has a grudge against her, and they all confirmed they are coming to her party. It seems Julia’s neighbors, her cooking club, the business association, members of her Pilates class, her brother, even some of the ladies from her church group, all have a reason to dislike Julia, a lot! When gifts with strange contents start to show up the day of the party, Frank sees it as an omen of things to come.
Book 1 RESCUED BY A KISSYou’d think Brandy might be a little self-conscious a suave Svengali in one of the gentlemen’s walking clubs mesmerizes her into a big fat Mardi Gras smooch right in front of her boyfriend. But not a bit. Because after all, it's Mardi Gras, and also for another good that kiss was long, slow, hot, unlike any kiss she’d ever had in her life. She makes a date to meet Mr. Great Kisser after the parade but arrives just in time to see him get shot. Before he passes out, he pulls her close and whispers, “Save Isabella. And with that we’re off on a screwball chase all over town, from Lee Circle to the Lakefront, with a stop at Charity Hospital, and finally to the French Quarter’s favorite gay dance club, always accompanied by Schnauzers, one of them named Geaux Cup.
Book 2 DEAD AND BREAKFASTWhen Brandy’s best friend Julia, the ex-stripper-turned hotelier, finds her first and only guest covered in blood, lying half on and half off a broken bed, with Julia’s panties swinging from the chandelier, she gets Brandy on the horn.And Brandy does the only sensible thing, makes coffee...with a shot of whiskey--then calls the police. And who should respond, but her recent ex-boyfriend, Dante, with a brand new female partner? But wait! This is not nearly complicated enough for Noo Awlins, where, after all, everybody knows everybody! Julia’s lawyer is none other than Jiff, Brandy’s new squeeze (and the reason Dante’s the ex-boyfriend). As the suspense mounts, the romance blossoms, and not just one. Jiff’s looking more and more like Mr. a 100% Class Act, with his own Schnauzer and a soft spot for Brandy’s three. But Dante makes it clear that he doesn’t plan to go quietly; the former Mr. Right Next Door has a few very sexy moves he’s been holding in reserve, which knock Brandy’s socks--and truth be told, her panties --off! Book 3 DRIVE THRU MURDER
When Brandy pulls into the drive-thru, she expects to order a box of CLUCK IT! CHICKEN BY THE BUCKET, not hear gunshots and see someone in high heels and a black leather miniskirt climbing out of the pick-up window dragging a body. Her boyfriend, New Orleans Detective Dante Deedler, is on this case and hers as bodies keep turning up and she knows about them before he does. Her neighbor--a palm reader who is also a phone sex operator--has visions of Brandy’s future and past leaving more questions than answers. Murders, family dilemma and a rescued Schnauzer named Jesus has Brandy distracted. Could she be the next victim? There's no place like New Orleans to have a good crime!
Book 4 DEATH BY RUM BALLSThis will be Brandy’s first Christmas without Dante, but she is determined to enjoy the holiday going to parties and even a “Yappy Hour” with Jiff and both of their schnauzers. Brandy stops to deliver mistletoe for Julia’s party that night when Frank, Julia’s handyman, drags her into the mayhem surrounding the guest list. It seems everyone Julia invited has a grudge against her, and they all confirmed they are coming to her party. It seems Julia’s neighbors, her cooking club, the business association, members of her Pilates class, her brother, even some of the ladies from her church group, all have a reason to dislike Julia, a lot! When gifts with strange contents start to show up the day of the party, Frank sees it as an omen of things to come.
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Published September 9, 2018
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About the author
Colleen Mooney
18 books148 followersI was born, raised, and still live in New Orleans. I started going to parades and watched them from sitting on my Dad's shoulders before I could walk. I've been in Girl Scout parades, high school parades, St. Patrick's parades, Mardi Gras parades, on dance teams in parades and just about any loosely organized group who deemed it necessary to parade. I just can't help myself. I love parades.
I attended Loyola of the South here in New Orleans so I wouldn't be far from a parade.
I spent 20+ years working for and retired from AT&T. I have worked and lived in New York City, Madison, New Jersey, Atlanta, Georgia and Birmingham, Alabama returning home for the big parade every year--Mardi Gras.
Before Katrina, I moved away and back three times, four if you count rebuilding the same house at the same address after Katrina flooded my home. I did miss a couple of parades that year.
I'm an avid sailor and Scuba diver for many years, and made lasting friendships from sailing and dive trips. I love travel and if the opportunity presents itself, I'm there. Except for a brief stint where I had to own and learn how to ride a motorcycle, I've been a water baby. When I am not enjoying fun with friends in all New Orleans has to offer- sailing and racing with friends on Lake Pontchartrain, Mardi Gras, parties and festivals- I head to Florida.
I am an ardent animal lover and direct an all volunteer rescue group, Schnauzer Rescue of Louisiana. I love to write and I write about what I know and love! You can take the girl out of New Orleans, but it won’t be for long!
Dead & Breakfast, the second book in my series THE NEW ORLEANS GO CUP CHRONICLES placed in two categories in the 2014 SOLA Chapter of RWA's Dixie Kane contest for Short/Long Series for Contemporary fiction and for Single Title Contemporary fiction. My first book is RESCUED BY A KISS.
The third book in the series, Drive-Thru Murder is scheduled to be released in the fall 2016.
There's no place like New Orleans to have a good crime!
Feel free to email/contact me at colleen@colleenmooney.com, or my Facebook page, www.facebook.com/TheNewOrleansGoCupCh... my blog/website is http://www.colleenmooney.com
I attended Loyola of the South here in New Orleans so I wouldn't be far from a parade.
I spent 20+ years working for and retired from AT&T. I have worked and lived in New York City, Madison, New Jersey, Atlanta, Georgia and Birmingham, Alabama returning home for the big parade every year--Mardi Gras.
Before Katrina, I moved away and back three times, four if you count rebuilding the same house at the same address after Katrina flooded my home. I did miss a couple of parades that year.
I'm an avid sailor and Scuba diver for many years, and made lasting friendships from sailing and dive trips. I love travel and if the opportunity presents itself, I'm there. Except for a brief stint where I had to own and learn how to ride a motorcycle, I've been a water baby. When I am not enjoying fun with friends in all New Orleans has to offer- sailing and racing with friends on Lake Pontchartrain, Mardi Gras, parties and festivals- I head to Florida.
I am an ardent animal lover and direct an all volunteer rescue group, Schnauzer Rescue of Louisiana. I love to write and I write about what I know and love! You can take the girl out of New Orleans, but it won’t be for long!
Dead & Breakfast, the second book in my series THE NEW ORLEANS GO CUP CHRONICLES placed in two categories in the 2014 SOLA Chapter of RWA's Dixie Kane contest for Short/Long Series for Contemporary fiction and for Single Title Contemporary fiction. My first book is RESCUED BY A KISS.
The third book in the series, Drive-Thru Murder is scheduled to be released in the fall 2016.
There's no place like New Orleans to have a good crime!
Feel free to email/contact me at colleen@colleenmooney.com, or my Facebook page, www.facebook.com/TheNewOrleansGoCupCh... my blog/website is http://www.colleenmooney.com
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August 30, 2021
Lazy with the details.
This series was so frustrating. The author writes very well, a tad bit juvenile, but lacks in continuity. Hanky is a ballroom dance instructor who's never worn heels or makeup. As if. The hospital goes from being fully functioning to closed down and abandoned within a few weeks. Dante waffles between being commitment shy and planning for their future while saying nothing. Jiff is rich and pays for everything. Silas' dad is alive/dead/not his dad/dead/alive. All of this is just laziness. There are some great characters in here, but the storyline is all over the place. Also, when somebody disappears, hospitals are the first places that people look. Ugh
This series was so frustrating. The author writes very well, a tad bit juvenile, but lacks in continuity. Hanky is a ballroom dance instructor who's never worn heels or makeup. As if. The hospital goes from being fully functioning to closed down and abandoned within a few weeks. Dante waffles between being commitment shy and planning for their future while saying nothing. Jiff is rich and pays for everything. Silas' dad is alive/dead/not his dad/dead/alive. All of this is just laziness. There are some great characters in here, but the storyline is all over the place. Also, when somebody disappears, hospitals are the first places that people look. Ugh
February 4, 2019
Absolutely love this book
If I could give you more than 5 stars I would.
First I have a mini Schnauzer named Maycie shes a rescue and I just love that you use the Rescue in the books.
So I never give away anything in my reviews..these 4 books kept me reading all weekend. I appreciate that you didn't make the police look like a bunch of bumbling idiot's like most other cozies I have read.
To those who are reading this review, these books are a Must buy.
If I could give you more than 5 stars I would.
First I have a mini Schnauzer named Maycie shes a rescue and I just love that you use the Rescue in the books.
So I never give away anything in my reviews..these 4 books kept me reading all weekend. I appreciate that you didn't make the police look like a bunch of bumbling idiot's like most other cozies I have read.
To those who are reading this review, these books are a Must buy.
February 1, 2020
Great series!
I just finished the first four books in this series and had a great time reading them. Brandy Alexander is a one of a kind! I loved the setting in New Orleans and learning about some of their traditions, both crazy and serious. This series has such interesting characters and they can keep you laughing. I’d recommend this series to anyone who likes cozy mysteries!
I just finished the first four books in this series and had a great time reading them. Brandy Alexander is a one of a kind! I loved the setting in New Orleans and learning about some of their traditions, both crazy and serious. This series has such interesting characters and they can keep you laughing. I’d recommend this series to anyone who likes cozy mysteries!
January 18, 2020
Loved the locale and the characters. Easy and enjoyable read. Definitely will keep flowing Brandy and crew. Not really an animal book, but more about an animal lover. So don't be dissappointed when the dogs really take second seat, but they are a good complement to the stories.
April 11, 2022
Love is...this series
I loved all the main characters and the build up thru the 4 books. Brandy, Jiff. Dante, and Hanky are all amazing. Now will she marry Jiff or Dante is the key question.
I loved all the main characters and the build up thru the 4 books. Brandy, Jiff. Dante, and Hanky are all amazing. Now will she marry Jiff or Dante is the key question.
May 5, 2019
Its okay I just couldn't get into it.
February 14, 2020
Go Cup Action
Five star love for s crazy and action packed adventures. Never a dull moment with Brandy Alexander, friends and foes alike~
Five star love for s crazy and action packed adventures. Never a dull moment with Brandy Alexander, friends and foes alike~
April 30, 2020
Please see individual stories for review.
July 1, 2022
Mystery with belly laughs
I love Cosy mysteries but these come with belly laughs and New Orleans traditions. Also this author gives detailed information on New Orleans streets.
I love Cosy mysteries but these come with belly laughs and New Orleans traditions. Also this author gives detailed information on New Orleans streets.
July 28, 2022
Great
Another fantastic Brandy Alexander mystery. Who will Brandy chose? Team Dante or team Jiff while she helps solve another murder?
Another fantastic Brandy Alexander mystery. Who will Brandy chose? Team Dante or team Jiff while she helps solve another murder?
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