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- Lou Thatcher is haunted by ghosts-friendly ghosts-but when she finds herself involved in a murder investigation, she's in for the fright of a lifetime in this new cozy mystery, perfect for fans of Amanda Flower and Ellen Byron.
- About the Author: Ava Burke lives in Northwest Arkansas with her family and a menagerie of animals.
- 272 Pages
- Fiction + Literature Genres, Mystery & Detective
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"Lou Thatcher is haunted by ghosts-friendly ghosts-but when she finds herself involved in a murder investigation, she's in for the fright of a lifetime in this new cozy mystery."--Provided by publisher.Book Synopsis
Lou Thatcher is haunted by ghosts-friendly ghosts-but when she finds herself involved in a murder investigation, she's in for the fright of a lifetime in this new cozy mystery, perfect for fans of Amanda Flower and Ellen Byron. Tallulah "Lou" Thatcher has a gift: she can see dead people. But in New Orleans, Louisiana, this is not a drawback. On the contrary, her ability to see ghosts helps her host viral ghost tours through the historic Garden District. When rival tour guide Adam Brandt-who accused her of faking her encounters to undercut his business-is found murdered, Lou is the only one who can see him . . . his ghost, that is. It's no secret Adam and Lou were feuding and with the absence of a suspect, she's the only one with a clear motive. After detective Dylan Finch, Lou's longtime crush, reveals the murder weapon was a ceremonial dagger from Lou's shop, she's officially declared the prime suspect. Determined to prove her innocence, Lou starts investigating right away. Weaving her way through Adam's business partnerships, friendships, and kinships, Lou must uncover who wished to see him dead before the killer tries to silence her forever.Review Quotes
Praise for Haunting and Homicide
"An engrossing combination of twisty mystery, ghost lore, and tales of the beautiful Garden District."
--Kirkus Reviews "Fans of Ellen Byron's cozies will appreciate this new series centered on an atmospheric, haunted New Orleans."
--Library Journal "Plot twists, well-drawn characters--both corporeal and ghostly--details of running a ghost-tour business, and the spooky New Orleans setting add up to a satisfying series starter that will appeal to fans of Cleo Coyle's supernatural Haunted Bookshop cozies."
--Booklist "An entertaining introduction to Lou's complicated and enjoyably spooky life as a sleuth in New Orleans."
--Bookpage "Ava Burke's first in this wonderful series centers in New Orleans and has everything. Ghosts, weird family, romance, awkwardness, small business woes, enemies, mystery and of course, murder!"
--The Colorado Sun "The backdrop of New Orleans shines in this fun and chaotic tale."
--First Clue "Deftly blending a ghost story within the context of a cozy mystery format author Ava Burke's "Haunting and Homicide" is a uniquely original suspense thriller of a read."
--Midwest Book Review "Vivid writing brings the story and setting to life and makes for a true literary escape."
--Kings River Life "A fun ghostly time will be had by all who read this book."
--Red Carpet Crash "Ava Burke combines all of my favorite mystery elements--from ghosts to tarot readings and New Orleans in her debut mystery, Haunting and Homicide. The book opens with an emotional bang--and the introduction to Kenneth the ghost. And it continues apace with engaging characters and a story with teeth. Highly recommended!"
--Carolyn Haines, USA Today bestselling author of the Sarah Booth Delaney mystery series "Burke's vivid writing, likeable (and a few detestable) characters, fabulous plotting, and super ending make this a thoroughly enjoyable read. Well-done indeed!"
--Fran Stewart, national bestselling author of the ScotShop Mysteries, the Biscuit McKee mystery series, and the non-fiction After I Die: What My Executor Will Need to Know "A moody and atmospheric paranormal mystery in the pitch-perfect setting of New Orleans, which proudly bills itself as the most haunted city in America. Helmed by empathetic ghost tour guide Lu Thatcher and filled with a winning combination of heart and spooky doings, Haunting and Homicide is a ghost of a great read."
--Ellen Byron, Agatha Award-winning author of the Cajun Country and Vintage Cookbook Mysteries
"Fans of ghosts and New Orleans won't want to miss this smartly written first in a new mystery series."
--Molly MacRae, author of the Haunted Shell Shop Mystery series
"Don't miss this high-spirited debut cozy featuring a New Orleans ghost tour guide who sees spirits and even helps one find his killer!"
--Allison Brook, author of the Haunted Library series
About the Author
Ava Burke lives in Northwest Arkansas with her family and a menagerie of animals. When she's not writing, she's usually reading, but she also enjoys hiking, kayaking, and horseback riding.Dimensions (Overall): 8.3 Inches (H) x 5.6 Inches (W) x 1.1 Inches (D)
Weight: .75 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 272
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Mystery & Detective
Publisher: Crooked Lane Books
Theme: Paranormal, cozy
Format: Hardcover
Author: Ava Burke
Language: English
Street Date: January 21, 2025
TCIN: 91953883
UPC: 9781639109289
Item Number (DPCI): 247-23-0184
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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- 9 days ago
Haunting and Homicide by Ava Burke is the debut of A Ghost Tour Mysteries. The author takes the time to establish the main character, Tallulah “Lou” Thatcher, and secondary characters (Lou’s grandmother for example. I like the entertaining ghosts. I enjoyed the descriptions of the places Lou visits on her ghost tour in New Orleans and while she was investigating. I also enjoyed the depictions of Lou’s shop and her grandmother's house where Lou resides. The whodunit has Lou finding her nemesis dead, and she finds herself to be the prime suspect. Lou asks questions from the living and the dead. She manages to get herself into trouble several times while searching for the truth. The grandmother’s boyfriend was an interesting addition. I did not feel that a love interest was needed for Lou especially after she kept going on about her crush on her best friend’s brother. The story got off to a good start, but then it slowed down as Lou went about her day-to-day life. There were repetitive details that included information about Lou’s parents, details about the ghosts, and intel about the murder. Haunting and Homicide is a cute story, and I will pick up the next book in A Ghost Tour Mysteries. Haunting and Homicide is a spirted tale with a troublesome tour host, a gammy grandma, a departed rival, a dapper detective, an unexpected visitor, and a precious puppy.