Discover the captivating Wharf Rat Mystery Series, a collection of cozy mysteries that will transport you to the charming coastal town of Shell Bay. Perfect for fans of the classic elements of the cozy mystery genre with unique maritime and culinary twists.
Follow amateur sleuth Sarah Cooper as she navigates the picturesque streets of Shell Bay, unraveling mysteries and murders that threaten the tranquility of this tight-knit community. With a colorful cast of quirky characters, including the lovable Wharf Rats, Sarah's loyal group of friends and fellow sleuths, these novels offer a perfect blend of intrigue, humor, and heart.
Each book in the series features an intriguing mystery, complete with red herrings, surprising plot twists, and satisfying conclusions. From the quaint shops and bustling marina to the cozy cafes and hidden coves, the Wharf Rat Mystery Series brings the charm and atmosphere of coastal life to vivid detail.
Book One - Murder At the Marina
Sarah Cooper has retired to Sea Breeze Marina in Shell Bay to live her dream.
Detective Sergeant Linda Jenkins has been demoted and transferred to Shell Bay - and it's a nightmare.
Their lives are turned upside down when Sarah finds the body of Commodore Hiscocks lying in a pool of blood in the Marina. (4.2 rating)
Book Two - Death on the Dock
Who knew that living at a marina could be so deadly?
Sarah Cooper's tranquil afternoon at Sea Breeze Marina in the sleepy coastal town of Shell Bay is disrupted when a fisherman discovers a partial dead body in a crab trap. The gruesome find not only rattles Sarah and her fellow Wharf Rats but also shatters the dreams of Joseph Jackson, a talented chef who had finally realized his ambition of opening a seafood restaurant on the dock. (4.7 rating)
Book Three - Body in the Boathouse
Who knew that living at a marina could be so deadly?
Sarah Cooper's tranquil afternoon at Sea Breeze Marina in the sleepy coastal town of Shell Bay is disrupted when a fisherman discovers a partial dead body in a crab trap. The gruesome find not only rattles Sarah and her fellow Wharf Rats but also shatters the dreams of Joseph Jackson, a talented chef who had finally realized his ambition of opening a seafood restaurant on the dock. (4.8 rating)
Book Four - Corpse in the Café
Death is on the menu at Shell Bay!
When the body of renowned food critic Augustus Finch is found stabbed to death in the Bean Express café, the sleepy coastal town of Shell Bay is thrown into turmoil. Detective Inspector Linda Jenkins must navigate a web of suspects, from disgruntled restaurant owners to rival food critics, to uncover the truth behind the murder. (4.2 rating)
Book Five - Murder at the Museum
The sleepy coastal town of Shell Bay is buzzing with excitement as the long-awaited grand opening of the Shell Bay Museum approaches. The star attraction? A groundbreaking dinosaur exhibit curated by the town's very own paleontologist prodigy, Dr. Evelyn Sinclair. But when strange lights are spotted in the museum's windows after dark, whispers of supernatural activity threaten to derail the festivities. (Recent Release)
Book Six - Body in the Bunker
Tee off with the Wharf Rats in their sixth mystery adventure, "Body in the Bunker"!
Mayor Gordon Godson is driving full swing into his latest tourism scheme: revamping Shell Bay's neglected golf course. But when the newly-arrived golf pro, Andy Hayworthy, is found dead in a hazardous bunker, Gordon's plans land in the rough. With his wife, social media influencer Maria Godson, taking private lessons from the victim, the mayor quickly becomes the prime suspect. (Brand New!)
Corpse Under the Christmas Tree - Bonus Novella
oin amateur sleuth Sarah Cooper and her quirky crew of friends, the Wharf Rats, as they navigate the joys and challenges of the holiday season in the charming coastal town of Shell Bay. When the annual Carol Concert preparations turn deadly with the discovery of a corpse under the giant Christmas tree in the Church foyer, Detective Inspector Linda Jenkins and the Wharf Rats put their holiday plans on hold to catch a killer.
