Mrs. Morris and the Mermaid - (A Salem B&b Mystery) by Traci Wilton (Paperback)

About the Book

"B&B owner Charlene Morris expects Salem's first annual mermaid parade will make quite a splash, until a high-profile murder threatens to sink the whole event. Charlene and her handsome spectral friend, Dr. Jack Strathmore, are thrilled that their Salem, Massachusetts, B&B is overflowing with mermaids in advance of the town's newest attraction--a mermaid parade! Retired Hollywood actress Trinity Powers has even agreed to appear on the lead float to commemorate her breakout role as the eponymous mermaid in the blockbuster cult classic, Sirena. The parade also features Trinity's rival, an up-and-coming ingénue, who stars in the film's recent (and somewhat controversial) reboot. Though their rabid fan clubs seem ready to tear each other--and the festivities--apart, the vying actresses are keeping it cool, for now. But when Charlene discovers a mermaid murdered, she realizes a killer is out to steal the show. With the help of Jack and Detective Sam Holden, Charlene plunges into the case, determined to stop a killer from striking again."--

Book Synopsis

B&B owner Charlene Morris expects Salem's first annual mermaid parade will make quite a splash, until a high-profile murder threatens to sink the whole event . . .

Charlene and her handsome spectral friend, Dr. Jack Strathmore, are thrilled that their Salem, Massachusetts, B&B is overflowing with mermaids in advance of the town's newest attraction--a mermaid parade! Retired Hollywood actress Trinity Powers has even agreed to appear on the lead float to commemorate her breakout role as the eponymous mermaid in the blockbuster cult classic, Sirena. The parade also features Trinity's rival, an up-and-coming ingénue, who stars in the film's recent (and somewhat controversial) reboot. Though their rabid fan clubs seem ready to tear each other--and the festivities--apart, the vying actresses are keeping it cool, for now . . .

But when Charlene discovers a mermaid murdered, she realizes a killer is out to steal the show. With the help of Jack and Detective Sam Holden, Charlene plunges into the case, determined to stop a killer from striking again . . .

Review Quotes

Praise for Traci Wilton's first Salem B&B Mystery series

"Traci Wilton turns in a different small-town experience with Mrs. Morris and the Ghost. The mystery itself is quite clever...Charlene is an intriguing character to anchor a series." --Mystery Scene on Mrs. Morris and the Ghost

"Reminiscent of "The Ghost and Mrs. Muir" but with a mystery bent...The chemistry between the characters is great and this looks the start of a beautiful friendship--and series!" --The Parkersburg News and Sentinel on Mrs. Morris and the Ghost

"This is the perfect book for a cozy reader who likes a paranormal twist along with a little romance. Add in the gorgeous setting of Salem during Halloween, and it's the perfect package." --CriminalElement.com on Mrs. Morris and the Ghost

"This is a charming, light-hearted paranormal mystery that features a vulnerable, relatable heroine and a ghost who both enhances and complicates her life." --Kings River Life Magazine on Mrs. Morris and the Witch

About the Author

Traci Wilton is a pseudonym of Traci Hall and Patrice Wilton. Patrice Wilton is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of more than twenty books, some indie-published and some published by Amazon/Montlake. Traci Hall is the USA Today bestselling author of more than 50 books, published independently as well as by Medallion Press and Samhain Publishing. Visit them online at PatriceWilton.com.