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Return To Milburn #2

Dancing With The Dead

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NOW AVAILABLE FOR JUST 99 CENTS! OR FREE WITH KINDLE UNLIMITED! This is Book 2 in Nora Newberry's NEW SERIES, "Return To Milburn"! Be sure to check out the first book, Berry The Dead, as well as Nora's original series, "A Murder In Milburn"! They are all right here on Amazon and you can read them for FREE with Kindle Unlimited! Or for just 99 cents each! About Dancing With The When Nora's daughter, Grace, and her boyfriend suddenly decide to get married, Nora can't help but feel torn. On one hand, she is thrilled that her daughter is in love and wants her to be happy. But the groom's family is more than a little bit crazy, especially his domineering & intrusive mother. Nora doesn't even want to imagine that woman as her precious daughter's mother-in-law! But she may not be around to interfere for long. After all, she's the main suspect in a murder case and things don't look good for her... Did Nora's new in-law-to-be do it? Or is she as innocent as she claims? And, if she is, can Nora set aside her personal feelings and help find the real murderer? Find out in Dancing With The Dead!

180 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 15, 2018

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Nancy McGovern

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I'm a mother, wife, homemaker, pet lover, teacher, student, reader, writer, drinker of tea & wine (depending on the time of day) and sleep-deprived dreamer. I live in Syracuse, NY, with my husband, Doug (also a writer with books available on Amazon), our three children and too many furred & feathered friends to list!

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674 reviews15 followers
October 23, 2018
Nora and Harvey Nathaniel are trying to make their Thanksgiving celebration a very special and happy one. Their daughter, Grace, has just become engaged to Jacob Giordano and Jacob’s mother insists that they spend Thanksgiving in the Giordano family home.

Nora and Harvey are willing to spend the Thanksgiving weekend with Jacob at his family’s home. In fact, they are ready to do just about anything to ensure Grace and Jacob's happiness.

Tensions are running high in the Giordano’s household. They ratchet even higher when, in the middle of the night, there is a terrible scream and a man’s body is found at the bottom of the stairs.

Nora sets out to find the killer, even though the Police Chief dismisses her help as mischief and idol curiosity. When a second murder occurs, Nora’s problems are compounded.

Who killed these people? Are the killings related? Will there be more murders? What is the motive for the murders? Does someone hold a grudge against the Giordano family? Perhaps the trouble is due to Jacob's wanting to marry Grace, rather than the woman chosen by his mother!

Nancy McGovern continues to write stories that keep the reader entertained and reading well into night, unless they can force themselves put the book down (which is no easy task). They challenge the reader to determine the culprit's identity! The chapters are short enough to let the reader convince themselves with, “Just one more chapter, then I’ll go to sleep.”
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3,272 reviews98 followers
October 16, 2018
Nora's daughter is all grown up and looking forward to her wedding. Nora wants to be happy for Grace, but the groom's family is nuts! Especially the soon to be mother in law for Grace. But that isn't Nora's biggest problem, she is the prime suspect in a murder case, so she might be in jail when the happy couple says I do. Can she find the real killer before then? Maybe it is the groom's crazy mother? Who is it? You will have to read this book to find out.
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305 reviews31 followers
December 23, 2018
Nancy McGovern has done it again! Outstanding performance in a story with many twists and mayhem. The author allows readers to join in the mystery of family held secrets. Characters involved throughout this one have many differences but show how even at the worst, truth always wins. I can hardly wait to read the next book in this series
4,417 reviews43 followers
October 15, 2018
Sometimes the road to hell was truly paved with good intentions, The Truth shall set you free. It is not flesh and blood that make us family, but the heart. Okay, enough of that stuff. I really had trouble writing a review without giving something away. I enjoyed the story and highly recommend the book.
35 reviews25 followers
November 12, 2018
Great mystery, Nora and Harvey's daughter Grace gets engaged, and they are invited to Thanksgiving at the soon in laws home. Of course, things don't go well and a murder was the icing on the cake. This was a real hard on to figure out and to put down, if you like a good mystery, this is for you.

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252 reviews15 followers
October 18, 2018
Nora is back at her finest, solving another mystery. There are a lot of suspects and twists to keep you guessing right up to the end. Another wonderful addition to the Milburn Series! I applaud author Nancy McGovern for writing another hit!
193 reviews
October 19, 2018
Nora and her family are embroiled in in a murder mystery.

This one seems a bit tangled to figure out works out in the future. Who dun’ it, Have you figured it out yet? Enjoy your reading and let everyone do what you think. A nice way to spend a cozy afternoon.
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1,724 reviews7 followers
October 24, 2018
Great story..............

I enjoyed this adventure of the unusual Thanksgiving day celebration, the evening and morning where a little different than most feasts. The addition of mystery and romance helped it along.
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1,017 reviews5 followers
November 1, 2018
Great short story

Take a are off family, add family secrets,and a murder of two. I figured out who fun it really quick, but it was fun seeing how the author brought it all together!
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148 reviews
December 29, 2018
Reminded me of Clue!

Another great murder mystery for Nora solve. Though it's a little too close to home, Nora must discover who among her daughter's future in-laws did it and find out if there will be a wedding!
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2,348 reviews21 followers
April 16, 2019
A Nice Cozy Mystery

This was a nice cozy filled with plenty of suspense,twists and turns.
I loved the storyline. And the cast of characters.
I recommend this book for those who love cozy mysteries.
54 reviews
January 1, 2026
very good read.

I have had this book sitting in my kindle forever and didn’t pull it out. Started it Dec 30 and ready for about an hour or two. Finished it 12-31. Loved the story No I didn’t guess the murderer. Good read.
350 reviews
October 16, 2018
Love this series by author Nancy McGovern. This book is a page turner, couldn't put it down. I was given a free ARC by the author. My review is freely and honestly given
186 reviews
October 23, 2018
Wonderful

I love these books they are really well written and enjoyable to read the characters are really written and I enjoy reading all the adventures they go on .
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5 reviews
November 9, 2018
Great book

I wasnt able to guess the killer. Until it was reveiled at the end. Makes you want to just keep reading
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December 21, 2018
Enjoyable read

Nice twists and turns and unexpected end. Looking forward to reading more by this talented author in the very near future.
516 reviews4 followers
January 6, 2019
Another winner.

This book is really good. It will keep you up reading all night. Nancy McGovern never disappoints her readers. I am truly a fan of this author.
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3,899 reviews220 followers
January 12, 2019
Quick cozy read with a few twist. Nice read for a sunshine-patio kind of day.
161 reviews1 follower
November 1, 2019
Nora

I really enjoyed this book. It was suspenseful, a good mystery, and great characters. I read it in one day!!! It was that good. Onto the next one!!
958 reviews2 followers
January 28, 2020
Lots of twists and turns

Nancy has created a great plot that had lots of possible conclusions to go with a great group of characters
1 review1 follower
August 6, 2020
Good book good recipes!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
108 reviews
October 26, 2020
Love the series. The years are weird....not really in line with the story..imo but a great series.
1,063 reviews4 followers
October 20, 2018
Great read

Book 2 and I can't wait till the next one I loved the Millburn series and this return to Millburn is great I'm happy Nancy McGovern did it if your like me and love a great cozy then this is a must read
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