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Coral Bay
Dressed to kill and ready to land her dream job in the coastal town of Coral Bay, Faith Hemingway is beyond excited.
Thirty-six years old, divorced and stuck in a career she is no longer passionate about, Faith is ready to make some changes to her life. Having vacationed in Coral Bay as a child, Faith never imagined that someday she might actually live and work in this tropical paradise. She envisions moving into a charming seaside cottage, taking long walks on the beach, sipping Pina Coladas, and maybe, if she's lucky, meeting someone she can share the sunsets with.
But her hopes of finding happiness will once again be crushed when the only thing waiting for her in Coral Bay is her meddling ex-husband. And he's dead! To make matters worse, Faith herself in on the short list of suspects.
Unfortunately, a dead body is not the kind of news a small resort town wants to promote, and Faith quickly realizes that the worthless detective assigned to the case is only concerned with retiring in two months, not investigating a homicide. So Faith can either pack up her high heels and go home, or she can start poking around herself. But the locals aren't saying much and Faith feels like she's hit a dead end...until an old man's dying last words reveal a shocking secret about the past that will change everything.
Pour yourself a glass of Chardonnay and be transported to the gulf coast of Florida as you get lost in this fast-paced novel filled with intrigue, romance and a touch of humor. It's the perfect beach read for any season.
Thirty-six years old, divorced and stuck in a career she is no longer passionate about, Faith is ready to make some changes to her life. Having vacationed in Coral Bay as a child, Faith never imagined that someday she might actually live and work in this tropical paradise. She envisions moving into a charming seaside cottage, taking long walks on the beach, sipping Pina Coladas, and maybe, if she's lucky, meeting someone she can share the sunsets with.
But her hopes of finding happiness will once again be crushed when the only thing waiting for her in Coral Bay is her meddling ex-husband. And he's dead! To make matters worse, Faith herself in on the short list of suspects.
Unfortunately, a dead body is not the kind of news a small resort town wants to promote, and Faith quickly realizes that the worthless detective assigned to the case is only concerned with retiring in two months, not investigating a homicide. So Faith can either pack up her high heels and go home, or she can start poking around herself. But the locals aren't saying much and Faith feels like she's hit a dead end...until an old man's dying last words reveal a shocking secret about the past that will change everything.
Pour yourself a glass of Chardonnay and be transported to the gulf coast of Florida as you get lost in this fast-paced novel filled with intrigue, romance and a touch of humor. It's the perfect beach read for any season.
425 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 8, 2022
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August 21, 2025
An intriguing journey from beginning to end
I love a great mystery, especially when there is a compelling romance thrown in! The characters are well developed and each has a unique and distinct voice. The author’s vivid imagery made me feel as though I was alongside them on their bumpy ride. And there are plenty of bumps in the roads along Coral Bay. The plot twists kept me engaged and I was eager to see what surprises I would find in the next chapter. Definitely a good read!
I love a great mystery, especially when there is a compelling romance thrown in! The characters are well developed and each has a unique and distinct voice. The author’s vivid imagery made me feel as though I was alongside them on their bumpy ride. And there are plenty of bumps in the roads along Coral Bay. The plot twists kept me engaged and I was eager to see what surprises I would find in the next chapter. Definitely a good read!
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