Death on Shady Bridge (Secret Sleuth, #5)

A cold case murder heats upFar from the publishing world that once defined her, Sheila Mackey's plan to escape to a quiet life in small-town Kentucky keeps hitting bumps in the road ... and some of those bumps are dead bodies.Sheila and her friend, Clara, are in for their toughest inquiry yet, when they take on investigating a death that's colder than a cold case, because few in Haines Tavern, Kentucky, think it was a murder in the first place. Suicide? Accident? Murder? They're determined to bring peace of mind to the dead woman's friends.At the same time, Sheila is finding it harder and harder to protect her secret past, especially from Teague O'Donnell, who's shifting from a fellow dog-lover to possibly much more.~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~This whodunit with humor is the fifth book in USA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn's cozy mystery series, Secret Sleuth, which begins with a murder on a transatlantic cruise in Death on the Diversion. In Death on Torrid Avenue and later books, accidental investigator Sheila Mackey returns to dry land in the Midwest, where mysteries abound in her new Kentucky home. Secret Sleuth seriesDeath on the DiversionDeath on Torrid AvenueDeath on Beguiling WayDeath on Covert CircleDeath on Shady BridgeDeath on Carrion Lane Death on the Diversion is such an enjoyable story, reminiscent of Agatha Christie's style, with a good study of human nature and plenty of humor. Great start to a new series! - 5-star review Death on Torrid Avenue is told with a lot of humor and the characters are good company. I thoroughly enjoyed myself and am looking forward to the next story. - 5-star review More cozy mystery from Patricia McLinn:Caught Dead in Wyoming seriesSign OffLeft HangingShoot FirstLast DitchLook LiveBack StoryCold OpenHot RollReaction ShotBody Brace While the mystery itself is twisty-turny and thoroughly engaging, it's the smart and witty writing that I loved the best. -- Diane Chamberlain, New York Times bestselling author Colorful characters, intriguing, intelligent mystery, plus the state of Wyoming leaping off every page. -- Emilie Richards, USA Today bestselling author If you like mystery with romance and a bit of humor, try also:Proof of InnocencePrice of InnocenceRide the River: Rodeo Knights (includes cameos from Caught Dead in Wyoming characters)Bardville, Wyoming seriesA Stranger in the FamilyA Stranger to LoveThe Rancher Meets His Match About the AuthorUSA Today bestselling author Patricia McLinn spent more than 20 years as an editor at the Washington Post after stints as a sports writer (Rockford, Ill.) and assistant sports editor (Charlotte, N.C.). She received BA and MSJ degrees from Northwestern University.McLinn is the author of more than 50 published novels, which are cited by readers and reviewers for wit and vivid characterization. Her books include mysteries, romantic suspense, contemporary romance, historical romance and women's fiction. They have topped bestseller lists and won numerous awards.Now living in northern Kentucky, McLinn loves to hear from readers through her website and social media.