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Cruise Ship Mysteries #24
Cruising Cold Turkey: A Cruise Ship Cozy Mystery Novel
It’s all hands on deck as Millie and crew desperately try to find a passenger who is hiding out and wreaking havoc on board the Siren of the Seas, and as each incident escalates, the cat and mouse game inches closer to becoming deadly.
Discover why so many fans love the "Original" Cruise Ship Cozy Mystery series by Hope Callaghan!
Recipe Included!
Millie has her hands full when Andy, the Siren of the Seas’ cruise director, is forced to take an emergency medical leave. Having filled in for him before, Millie readily agrees, reasoning that it’s only for one voyage and what could possibly go wrong?
Former reality television star, Harper Rothshield has skipped out of her rehab and convinced her boyfriend and friends to join her for a cruise on board Siren of the Seas. She vows to quit her bad habits and get her act together by going cold turkey.
Trouble starts not long after the ship leaves shore when the troubled woman causes a scene inside the ship’s nightclub. The woman goes missing and a series of acts of vandalism start occurring. Millie suspects the incidents are being caused by the missing woman, which is quickly confirmed when Harper engages in a cat and mouse game with the ship’s security.
Vandalism and destruction of the ship’s property are just the tip of the iceberg when they discover that some potentially lethal security devices are now missing.
Can Millie and the Siren of the Seas’ security crew catch the ticking time bomb before she explodes?
Find out what happens when you grab your copy of Cruising Cold Turkey today!
Discover why so many fans love the "Original" Cruise Ship Cozy Mystery series by Hope Callaghan!
Recipe Included!
Millie has her hands full when Andy, the Siren of the Seas’ cruise director, is forced to take an emergency medical leave. Having filled in for him before, Millie readily agrees, reasoning that it’s only for one voyage and what could possibly go wrong?
Former reality television star, Harper Rothshield has skipped out of her rehab and convinced her boyfriend and friends to join her for a cruise on board Siren of the Seas. She vows to quit her bad habits and get her act together by going cold turkey.
Trouble starts not long after the ship leaves shore when the troubled woman causes a scene inside the ship’s nightclub. The woman goes missing and a series of acts of vandalism start occurring. Millie suspects the incidents are being caused by the missing woman, which is quickly confirmed when Harper engages in a cat and mouse game with the ship’s security.
Vandalism and destruction of the ship’s property are just the tip of the iceberg when they discover that some potentially lethal security devices are now missing.
Can Millie and the Siren of the Seas’ security crew catch the ticking time bomb before she explodes?
Find out what happens when you grab your copy of Cruising Cold Turkey today!
- GenresCozy Mystery
320 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 15, 2023
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Hope Callaghan is an American author who loves to write clean fiction books, especially Christian Mystery and Cozy Mystery books.
She has written more than 70 mystery books (and counting) in six series.
Born and raised in a small town in West Michigan, she now lives in Florida with her husband. She is the proud mother of 3 wonderful children.
When she's not doing the thing she loves best - writing books - she enjoys cooking, traveling and reading books.
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★ AMAZON BESTSELLING AUTHOR ★
★ 2017 Mom's Choice Award ★
Hope Callaghan is an American author who loves to write clean fiction books, especially Christian Mystery and Cozy Mystery books.
She has written more than 70 mystery books (and counting) in six series.
Born and raised in a small town in West Michigan, she now lives in Florida with her husband. She is the proud mother of 3 wonderful children.
When she's not doing the thing she loves best - writing books - she enjoys cooking, traveling and reading books.
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January 29, 2023
Another great adventure with Millie and the crew of Siren of then Seas! It’s so much fun to follow along with Millie and the team as they adventure, have fun, work and solve mysteries. This book is just as great as all the others. Full of action, adventure and good clean fun. I enjoy the small elements of God sprinkled in. Hope Callaghan has created a series that brings so much happiness and joy when reading. This is one of my most favorite series and once I start reading I can’t stop. Loved this so much.
June 11, 2023
Brought tears to my eyes.
I have read them, in order, and love this series...this was wonderful...it's like I know these people, so thrilled I red it. I so very much recommend them all. Thanks for such great reads!
I have read them, in order, and love this series...this was wonderful...it's like I know these people, so thrilled I red it. I so very much recommend them all. Thanks for such great reads!
August 22, 2025
Awesome
I loved the cruise ship books. Hope Callaghan really knows how to write a book that has mystery, funny and love story.
I loved the cruise ship books. Hope Callaghan really knows how to write a book that has mystery, funny and love story.
April 10, 2023
Fun break from hardcore drama, enjoyable!
I have read this entire series of books. Always enjoyed the characters, the antics and the storylines in each book. The criminals think they can outsmart the ship's security team, and Millie, like the trouble maker aboard this cruise, trying to turn the ship into a reality show to boost her career, will it work? Plus a change in characters' roles onboard the ship adds to the story. All in all a good, fun read, but not as good as the others I don't think.
I have read this entire series of books. Always enjoyed the characters, the antics and the storylines in each book. The criminals think they can outsmart the ship's security team, and Millie, like the trouble maker aboard this cruise, trying to turn the ship into a reality show to boost her career, will it work? Plus a change in characters' roles onboard the ship adds to the story. All in all a good, fun read, but not as good as the others I don't think.
April 8, 2023
Great series!!!!
Millie and her friends are a hoot!!! Book 24 was a very good mystery. It wasn't until I was halfway through the series did I realize each book ended with at !east one recipe. The recipe is after the the author's bio etc. Easy read with a cozy mystery and including Bible verses!! A+
Millie and her friends are a hoot!!! Book 24 was a very good mystery. It wasn't until I was halfway through the series did I realize each book ended with at !east one recipe. The recipe is after the the author's bio etc. Easy read with a cozy mystery and including Bible verses!! A+
April 1, 2023
I really miss cruising...
Granted, my cruises have never been that adventurous. But I do miss the oceans, ships, port calls.....and reading my indulgent fun mysteries while lounging on the deck!
Granted, my cruises have never been that adventurous. But I do miss the oceans, ships, port calls.....and reading my indulgent fun mysteries while lounging on the deck!
January 20, 2023
This Cruise was a dilly for Millie!
Any follower of Millie's Cruise Ship Mysteries, will not want to miss this story. Hope Callaghan is the Queen of the cozy mysteries series! I really think I got so interested in this series is that I have from the first book put myself in Millie's shoes. Her past is simular to mine, married for many years, then divorced and I sure understand her leaving Michigan for an adventure down by Florida in a warm climate, with just herself to depend on.....along the way, Millie fell in love and married Nic, her prince charming and I was blessed to have met mine in church, not a cruise ship, i too am married to the man of my dreams. I think there is a little bit of Millie in each of us. Although I enjoy every series Hope writes, my favorite is Millie & Nic's adventures at sea. Onboard, Millie is asst. cruise director and Nic is the Captain of the ship. In "Cruising Cold Turkey" Andy, the cruise director, was having health problems. A big meeting by the cruise ship brass, with the entertainers was called to report that Andy & his fiance Cat, would be gone for this cruise so that Andy could see the doctors in Miami. First off, everyone was very concerned for Andy and then they realized that left them without their very loved cruise director for this week. The big brass quickly assured the entertainers that they had a good replacement for him. The captain, Nic looked towards his wife Millie and said, "they would be in great hands with Millie, asst. Cruise Director for the duration of this trip."
Of course, there was the usual problems that Millie handled. She still had her job to do entertaining the guests but now with Andy's extra work it would make for a busy cruise. That was a major understatement, you have to read along to find out who was trying to destroy the ship, and how elusive this person turned out to be. This story has just the right amount of mystery, hi-jinx, romance and the descriptions of the cruise and the gorgeous islands.
This is such an excellent read. I can't wait to see where Millie's next adventure will be!
Any follower of Millie's Cruise Ship Mysteries, will not want to miss this story. Hope Callaghan is the Queen of the cozy mysteries series! I really think I got so interested in this series is that I have from the first book put myself in Millie's shoes. Her past is simular to mine, married for many years, then divorced and I sure understand her leaving Michigan for an adventure down by Florida in a warm climate, with just herself to depend on.....along the way, Millie fell in love and married Nic, her prince charming and I was blessed to have met mine in church, not a cruise ship, i too am married to the man of my dreams. I think there is a little bit of Millie in each of us. Although I enjoy every series Hope writes, my favorite is Millie & Nic's adventures at sea. Onboard, Millie is asst. cruise director and Nic is the Captain of the ship. In "Cruising Cold Turkey" Andy, the cruise director, was having health problems. A big meeting by the cruise ship brass, with the entertainers was called to report that Andy & his fiance Cat, would be gone for this cruise so that Andy could see the doctors in Miami. First off, everyone was very concerned for Andy and then they realized that left them without their very loved cruise director for this week. The big brass quickly assured the entertainers that they had a good replacement for him. The captain, Nic looked towards his wife Millie and said, "they would be in great hands with Millie, asst. Cruise Director for the duration of this trip."
Of course, there was the usual problems that Millie handled. She still had her job to do entertaining the guests but now with Andy's extra work it would make for a busy cruise. That was a major understatement, you have to read along to find out who was trying to destroy the ship, and how elusive this person turned out to be. This story has just the right amount of mystery, hi-jinx, romance and the descriptions of the cruise and the gorgeous islands.
This is such an excellent read. I can't wait to see where Millie's next adventure will be!
March 23, 2023
Reaking trouble
I like the fact that millie didn't stand for being thrown under the bus. That she didn't give up on catching the whole group and shutting them down with the help of all the crew members and her friends.
I like the fact that millie didn't stand for being thrown under the bus. That she didn't give up on catching the whole group and shutting them down with the help of all the crew members and her friends.
March 19, 2023
Fantastic Cozy Cruise Ship Mystery
I love Cozy Cruise Ship mysteries & this is one of the best. Hope Callaghan does such a great job with this genre. I've read every book in this series, most of them twice. She does such a good job with all the characters that they feel like old friends. I highly recommend this book and the entire series. Hope, please keep writing this series as long as you can!
I love Cozy Cruise Ship mysteries & this is one of the best. Hope Callaghan does such a great job with this genre. I've read every book in this series, most of them twice. She does such a good job with all the characters that they feel like old friends. I highly recommend this book and the entire series. Hope, please keep writing this series as long as you can!
January 20, 2023
Crusin' for an escape!
There's a passenger n board who's determined to make a name for herself... no matter who it hurts ...and she has Millie in her sites!!! Andy, the ship's cruise Director, is out on medical leave leaving Millie to step in and fill his very large shoes! This schedule keeps her busy attending her own events as well as overseeing all other cruise activities. Shortly after they leave port, an incident in one of the cruise line's bars puts Millie face to face with a former reality show participant with an entitlement attitude. After that, mayhem breaks loose with several incidents including 2 stolen scooters, a vandalized spa,swimming pool and theatre stretching security to it's limits trying to apprehend the culprit behind this dangerous situation!
Though the ending is a bit anticlimactic, Millie and the crew endear you the entire way through this adventure. Big changes are ahead for this crew and you can bet Millie will be in the thick of it!
There's a passenger n board who's determined to make a name for herself... no matter who it hurts ...and she has Millie in her sites!!! Andy, the ship's cruise Director, is out on medical leave leaving Millie to step in and fill his very large shoes! This schedule keeps her busy attending her own events as well as overseeing all other cruise activities. Shortly after they leave port, an incident in one of the cruise line's bars puts Millie face to face with a former reality show participant with an entitlement attitude. After that, mayhem breaks loose with several incidents including 2 stolen scooters, a vandalized spa,swimming pool and theatre stretching security to it's limits trying to apprehend the culprit behind this dangerous situation!
Though the ending is a bit anticlimactic, Millie and the crew endear you the entire way through this adventure. Big changes are ahead for this crew and you can bet Millie will be in the thick of it!
March 11, 2023
Another wonderful book with Millie and the team on Siren of the Seas!
I have read this entire series twice and was so excited when I was notified by Kindle that Hope Callaghan had this new book out! I totally enjoyed it and as always with this series ended up finishing it with a happy smile:)
I have read this entire series twice and was so excited when I was notified by Kindle that Hope Callaghan had this new book out! I totally enjoyed it and as always with this series ended up finishing it with a happy smile:)
January 23, 2023
Adventure on the high seas.
Cruising Cold Turkey was another fun filled adventure with the Siren of the Seas crew.
Solving they mystery of a missing passenger, and multiple crimes of vandalism, aboard the ship is a frustrating task for Millie and the crew, all the while shouldering deep concern for Andy, the ships cruise director, who has been hospitalized for tests to determine the reason for a mysterious illness.
Hope Callaghan has given us another installment in the Millie's Cruise Ship Mysteries Series, #24 , for our enjoyment. I like reading of the interaction of characters, and how the friendship of the crew members brings them together to solve problems that arise.
Cruising Cold Turkey was another fun filled adventure with the Siren of the Seas crew.
Solving they mystery of a missing passenger, and multiple crimes of vandalism, aboard the ship is a frustrating task for Millie and the crew, all the while shouldering deep concern for Andy, the ships cruise director, who has been hospitalized for tests to determine the reason for a mysterious illness.
Hope Callaghan has given us another installment in the Millie's Cruise Ship Mysteries Series, #24 , for our enjoyment. I like reading of the interaction of characters, and how the friendship of the crew members brings them together to solve problems that arise.
February 24, 2023
Another thumbs up👍 for Millie
The Siren of the Seas with Millie and the crew are off on a new adventure. Andy is having health problems so Millie is acting cruise director for this cruise. They have a troubled passenger who causes a scene in on of the bars. Harper has argument with Millie about what happened in the bar and threatens Millie. Harper disappears, no one can find her. Her boyfriend and her two friends don't know where she is, she just checked herself out of rehab half thru her treatment and is off her meds. Another fun adventure for Millie and her friends. Loved the story and this series, can't wait to read next one.
The Siren of the Seas with Millie and the crew are off on a new adventure. Andy is having health problems so Millie is acting cruise director for this cruise. They have a troubled passenger who causes a scene in on of the bars. Harper has argument with Millie about what happened in the bar and threatens Millie. Harper disappears, no one can find her. Her boyfriend and her two friends don't know where she is, she just checked herself out of rehab half thru her treatment and is off her meds. Another fun adventure for Millie and her friends. Loved the story and this series, can't wait to read next one.
January 17, 2023
Reality TV Star Harper Rothshield goes Cold Turkey and mayhem explodes on the Siren of the Sea in her wake. With a delightful cast of characters – the familiar cruise staff and Harper’s friends (Bryce Bridges, Kimberly Frye, and Sierra Geldman) as red herrings, will newly appointed Cruise Director Millie handle whatever is thrown her way? Author Hope Callaghan crafted another page turning mystery based on her personal cruising the seas experience. Millie, master sleuth through friendships and fun solves the case. Amit’s Lemon Pound Cake Recipe is included.
January 21, 2023
Cruising Cold Turkey: Not a Brilliant Idea!
For an addicted has-been reality show star, leaving rehab and going on a Caribbean cruise leads to property damage and chaos onboard. Millie Armati and friends are up for the challenge.
While filling in for the ailing Cruise Director, Millie is already stretched thin. When one of the passengers starts causing major trouble and goes into a game of hide and seek, things quickly get out of hand for the Siren of the Seas crew.
Will Millie and friends catch the perp before someone is injured and untold damage occurs? Read on!
For an addicted has-been reality show star, leaving rehab and going on a Caribbean cruise leads to property damage and chaos onboard. Millie Armati and friends are up for the challenge.
While filling in for the ailing Cruise Director, Millie is already stretched thin. When one of the passengers starts causing major trouble and goes into a game of hide and seek, things quickly get out of hand for the Siren of the Seas crew.
Will Millie and friends catch the perp before someone is injured and untold damage occurs? Read on!
January 22, 2023
Havoc aboard the Siren of the Seas!
I have read and enjoyed every single one of the books in this series! Andy is off board this cruise for tests and Millie is temporarily filling in. But right off she encounters an out of control guest who decides to take her displeasure out on Millie! The whole crew and security staff are on the alert to catch her, but she manages a reign of destruction! Another great read. I received a free copy of this book, highly recommend it and write this review voluntarily!
I have read and enjoyed every single one of the books in this series! Andy is off board this cruise for tests and Millie is temporarily filling in. But right off she encounters an out of control guest who decides to take her displeasure out on Millie! The whole crew and security staff are on the alert to catch her, but she manages a reign of destruction! Another great read. I received a free copy of this book, highly recommend it and write this review voluntarily!
March 7, 2023
Fun and exciting with warm characters you wished you could meet in real life.
I love the characters and the setting...a cruise ship with ports of call to dream vacation locations. With Millie on board with her fellow sidekicks there's always going to be a good mystery and a lot of surprises.
I love the characters and the setting...a cruise ship with ports of call to dream vacation locations. With Millie on board with her fellow sidekicks there's always going to be a good mystery and a lot of surprises.
January 18, 2023
Millie is at it again with her friends. She has the uncanny ability to find herself in the midst of another adventure aboard a beautiful cruise ship with her beloved Nic at the helm. Enjoy this easy and fun read!
As an ARC reader, I leave my unsolicited positive review. Don't "miss the boat" and have an enjoyable visit with some new characters. Be ready to have a smile on your face as you turn the last page.
As an ARC reader, I leave my unsolicited positive review. Don't "miss the boat" and have an enjoyable visit with some new characters. Be ready to have a smile on your face as you turn the last page.
January 20, 2023
A wonder to read
The newest adventure will keep you on your toes and wondering what could possibly happen next. Millie and friends are faced with a clever and cunning set of problems. Of course the are relentless in meeting the challenge. I couldn't put it down. It is an entertaining and outstanding book. I can't wait for the next book. Get comfortable and dive into this boom cold turkey.
The newest adventure will keep you on your toes and wondering what could possibly happen next. Millie and friends are faced with a clever and cunning set of problems. Of course the are relentless in meeting the challenge. I couldn't put it down. It is an entertaining and outstanding book. I can't wait for the next book. Get comfortable and dive into this boom cold turkey.
January 27, 2023
Hope Callaghan does it again
I love the Millie books so much. She has great adventures and saves some interesting mysteries along the way. The characters in the book are great and I look forward to each one. I always grab Hope's books as soon as they come out and hate to see the last page. Anyone who likes a good, clean, fun mystery will want to read these. Keep it up Hope, you're my favorite writer!
I love the Millie books so much. She has great adventures and saves some interesting mysteries along the way. The characters in the book are great and I look forward to each one. I always grab Hope's books as soon as they come out and hate to see the last page. Anyone who likes a good, clean, fun mystery will want to read these. Keep it up Hope, you're my favorite writer!
February 4, 2023
Ms. Callaghan’s books never disappoint! This time a “missing” passenger hides out on ship, causing chaos and vandalism. It’s up to Millie and the crew to corral the culprit and restore order before the incidents become more dangerous. This series is delightful, with well developed characters, a fun setting and exceptional storytelling. Highly recommended, as are all books by this author. I enjoyed this book and am looking forward to the next in the series.
January 18, 2023
A Maniac, Money and Thankfully No Murder! 🤪
I have loved Hope Callaghan’s books from the very beginning. This Has to be the best one yet, well you think after book 24 she’d get it right! 🤣😂🤣😂
Not that she got it wrong before mind you. I love the Millie series and thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I couldn’t put it down and finished it in a night. You’ve been warned.
I have loved Hope Callaghan’s books from the very beginning. This Has to be the best one yet, well you think after book 24 she’d get it right! 🤣😂🤣😂
Not that she got it wrong before mind you. I love the Millie series and thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I couldn’t put it down and finished it in a night. You’ve been warned.
January 20, 2023
Wonderful
Millie and her friends have their work cut out on this cruise. They have a passenger on board that is causing a lot of mayhem. She goes into hiding and it is up to Millie and the crew to find her before it's too late. These books are really wonderful, no swearing or gore. Well worth five stars. I hope there will be more books.
Millie and her friends have their work cut out on this cruise. They have a passenger on board that is causing a lot of mayhem. She goes into hiding and it is up to Millie and the crew to find her before it's too late. These books are really wonderful, no swearing or gore. Well worth five stars. I hope there will be more books.
January 22, 2023
I want to cruise with Millie
I’ve enjoyed all these Cruise Ship mysteries and this one did not disappoint. In fact, it was a welcome change from the normal “solve the murder” mysteries. If I could go on a cruise with Millie, her handsome husband, and her friends, I’d sign up ln a heartbeat! Since I can’t, I’ll look forward to her next adventure.
I’ve enjoyed all these Cruise Ship mysteries and this one did not disappoint. In fact, it was a welcome change from the normal “solve the murder” mysteries. If I could go on a cruise with Millie, her handsome husband, and her friends, I’d sign up ln a heartbeat! Since I can’t, I’ll look forward to her next adventure.
January 27, 2023
Cruising Cold Turkey
Hope Callaghan has truly outdone herself on this mystery. Whew I thought they would never figure this one out. Twists and turns were everywhere. If you Enjoy reading Great books that are Funny, Mysterious and Sad this book will definitely be the one for you. I Highly recommend this whole series and especially this Author.
Hope Callaghan has truly outdone herself on this mystery. Whew I thought they would never figure this one out. Twists and turns were everywhere. If you Enjoy reading Great books that are Funny, Mysterious and Sad this book will definitely be the one for you. I Highly recommend this whole series and especially this Author.
February 2, 2023
I just love Millie and the crew! I’ve read all 24 books and have enjoyed them all. I love that her and Nic get to go on dates and read about their adventures. I would love to take a cruise. I would probably not leave the ship because of all the guns stuff that have planned. I hope the series continues. I would recommend Hope’s books to anyone. Her cozy mysteries are the best!
February 4, 2023
Another Gripping Fun Read
Millie is at it again with another mystery adventure that will glue you to your seat until you' re finished with it. Her wit and savvy detecting skills are always ahead of those who want to join her on her journeys. It is always so hard to say goodbye to her and her team while waiting for the next book in the series.
Millie is at it again with another mystery adventure that will glue you to your seat until you' re finished with it. Her wit and savvy detecting skills are always ahead of those who want to join her on her journeys. It is always so hard to say goodbye to her and her team while waiting for the next book in the series.
February 6, 2023
A recipe for disaster
A former reality tv star skips out of rehab and books a cruise. What could go wrong!? Millie and the gang have their hands full trying to stop the passenger from destroying property and ship - all while worrying about the health and well-being of one of their own.
Light cozy read
A former reality tv star skips out of rehab and books a cruise. What could go wrong!? Millie and the gang have their hands full trying to stop the passenger from destroying property and ship - all while worrying about the health and well-being of one of their own.
Light cozy read
February 18, 2023
Hope Callaghan devotees are always excited when a new Millie story comes out. In this one, Andy is offloaded with health problems and Millie steps up to act as Cruise Director while he is in hospital. A passenger with mental health problems causes chaos on board, destroying property and hiding from staff.
January 18, 2023
Millie’s job well done
As usual Millie has almost more than she can handle thrown at her as Andy takes week off to see a doctor. As a bonus an escape the room is thrown in. Lots of fun, mayhem and excitement awaits you in the latest cruise ship book.
As usual Millie has almost more than she can handle thrown at her as Andy takes week off to see a doctor. As a bonus an escape the room is thrown in. Lots of fun, mayhem and excitement awaits you in the latest cruise ship book.
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